Analyst Market’s, Issuers and Intermediaries’ Department

FSCA South Africa; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regulatory body in South Africa seeks an individual for the Markets, Issuers and Intermediaries Department. The role involves assisting in regulatory framework improvements, compliance monitoring, and stakeholder engagement. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical and financial skills, with a commitment to professional integrity.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical abilities and financial skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying shortcomings in the regulatory framework.
• Monitor compliance with the Financial Markets Act.
• Conduct inspections and investigations regarding Market Infrastructures.

Skills

Analytical Abilities

Diligence

Active Listening

Critical Thinking

Financial Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Independence

Innovative Thinking

Strategic Thinking

Job description

Purpose of the Job

The Markets, Issuers and Intermediaries Department of the FSCA is responsible for licensing and supervising market infrastructures (i.e., exchanges) operating within the South African financial markets in terms of the Financial Markets Act, 2012 (Act no 19 of 2012). The department has oversight responsibilities over public markets, authorised users, and issuers. The person appointed to this position will be stationed in the Market Integrity and Decision Sciences Division and will report to the Senior Manager: Public Markets, Issuers and Authorised Users.

Key Performance Areas

• Assist in identifying shortcomings and anomalies in the regulatory framework;
• Assist in proposing changes to the regulatory framework and help implement such changes;
• Assist in developing and maintaining an effective supervisory framework within the context of the approved legislation;
• Assist with monitoring compliance with the provisions of the Financial Markets Act and subordinate legislation;
• Assist in planning and conducting inspections;
• Liaise with stakeholders and provide regulatory guidance after consultation with the Senior Analysts and the Manager;
• Assist in conducting investigations regarding Market Infrastructures and ensure all relevant complaints are addressed;
• Apply risk assessment and risk management techniques.

Other Key Competencies

The applicant must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: strong analytical abilities, diligence, active listening, critical thinking, strong financial and numeracy skills, good communication skills (verbal and written), ability to work in a team, ability to work independently with minimal supervision, innovative and strategic thinking. The candidate must be confident and approach all tasks professionally.

The FSCA is committed to increasing the representation of marginalized groups in line with its transformation strategy. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Please note that communication will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates, and the FSCA reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.