Legal Officer - Compliance

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Shape compliance culture

Collaborative environment in Kimberley

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, Canada is seeking a dedicated Legal Officer focused on Compliance to join their team. The role ensures adherence to laws, regulations, and internal policies across operations, with responsibility for developing and implementing compliance programs, risk assessments, monitoring regulatory changes, and guiding business units to uphold corporate integrity.

The candidate will hold an LLB or equivalent, bring 4+ years of compliance experience, and demonstrate strong

Qualifications

• LLB degree or equivalent qualification in Law or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in legal compliance or a related role.
• Solid understanding of South African regulatory frameworks (e.g., POPIA, FICA).
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex legal and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the company's compliance program .
• Monitor changes in relevant legislation and regulations and assess their impact.
• Conduct internal audits and risk assessments to identify compliance gaps.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on compliance policies and procedures.
• Investigate potential compliance breaches and recommend corrective actions.

Education

LLB degree or equivalent qualification in Law or a related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated Legal Officer focused on Compliance to join their team in Kimberley . This role is critical in ensuring the company adheres to all relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies across its operations. You will be responsible for developing and implementing compliance programs, conducting risk assessments, monitoring regulatory changes, and providing guidance to business units to maintain the highest standards of corporate integrity in the Northern Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the company's compliance program .
• Monitor changes in relevant legislation and regulations and assess their impact.
• Conduct internal audits and risk assessments to identify compliance gaps.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on compliance policies and procedures.
• Investigate potential compliance breaches and recommend corrective actions.

Requirements

• LLB degree or equivalent qualification in Law or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in legal compliance or a related role.
• Solid understanding of South African regulatory frameworks (e.g., POPIA, FICA).
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex legal and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for professional development in compliance.
• The chance to shape the compliance culture of the organization.
• A collaborative and ethical work environment in Kimberley .