Compliance Officer

Placements24; Queenstown; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Leave policy

Professional development

Job security

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a vigilant Compliance Officer to join its financial services team in Queenstown. This office-based role ensures adherence to laws, regulations and internal policies, developing and monitoring compliance programs while collaborating with management to uphold ethical conduct.

The ideal candidate holds a related bachelor’s degree with proven compliance experience in financial services and strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a compliance or legal role within the financial services industry.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant financial regulations (e.g., FAIS Act, FICA, POPIA).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and investigative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• High ethical standards and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company's compliance program and policies.
• Conduct regular compliance risk assessments and internal audits.
• Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations and advise management on necessary adjustments.
• Investigate potential compliance breaches and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs for employees.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and external auditors as required.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Investigative skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

Our client is seeking a vigilant and knowledgeable Compliance Officer to join their financial services team in Queenstown. This critical role ensures that the company adheres to all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring compliance programs, mitigating legal and regulatory risks. This is an office-based position where you will work closely with management and various departments to maintain the highest standards of ethical conduct and regulatory adherence within the Eastern Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company's compliance program and policies.
• Conduct regular compliance risk assessments and internal audits.
• Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations and advise management on necessary adjustments.
• Investigate potential compliance breaches and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs for employees.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and external auditors as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a compliance or legal role within the financial services industry.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant financial regulations (e.g., FAIS Act, FICA, POPIA).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and investigative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• High ethical standards and integrity.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses.
• Opportunity to work in a stable role ensuring organizational integrity.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Generous leave policy and other statutory benefits.
• Professional development opportunities to stay current with compliance changes.
• A key role within a respected financial institution.