Chief Legal, Compliance And Risk Officer

The Fair Labour Practice (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 80 000 - 150 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Chief Legal, Compliance and Risk Officer to join their senior executive team. This pivotal role involves shaping strategic objectives and ensuring compliant operations while fostering a culture of innovation. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in legal, compliance, and risk management, particularly within the financial services sector. You will lead initiatives to enhance governance frameworks, promote risk awareness, and provide legal counsel. Join a forward-thinking organization where your expertise will drive excellence and compliance in operations.

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa or equivalent.
• 8-10+ years in senior management within legal, compliance, and risk functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the Fund's Legal, Risk, Compliance, and Governance Framework.
• Serve as the primary legal representative in Tribunal matters.

Skills

Legal Expertise

Compliance Management

Risk Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Postgraduate qualifications in Corporate Law

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Chief Legal, Compliance and Risk Officer

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Organization: The Fair Labour Practice (Pty) Ltd

Overview: As a key member of the senior executive team, reporting directly to the Principal Executive Officer (PEO), the Chief Legal, Compliance and Risk Officer (CLRO) will shape and execute the Fund's strategic objectives, ensuring effective, compliant operations and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead the review, development, implementation, and monitoring of the Fund's Legal, Risk, Compliance, and Governance Framework.
2. Promote risk awareness through regular training for staff and Trustees.
3. Serve as the primary legal representative in Tribunal matters and oversee PFA complaints.
4. Develop and manage a framework for member grievances and non-compliance issues.
5. Manage Section 14 transfers, ensuring regulatory compliance.
6. Provide legal counsel and oversee beneficiary investigations and liquidation support.
7. Ensure controls, policies, and procedures are effectively embedded and monitored.
8. Conduct compliance reviews and collaborate with audit functions.
9. Advise the PEO, Board, and senior management on legal and compliance issues.
10. Lead the preparation of legal documents and conduct legal research and analysis.
11. Review legal instruments, policies, and guidelines to improve operational efficiency.
12. Support the Principal Executive Officer on various matters and guide stakeholders on complex legal issues.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa or equivalent.
• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree.
• 8-10+ years in senior management within legal, compliance, and risk functions, preferably in financial services.
• Extensive experience in corporate and commercial law, investments, and regulatory compliance.
• Deep knowledge of the Retirement Funds Industry and relevant legislation.
• Proven stakeholder engagement skills at all levels.
• High proficiency in MS Office Suite.

Preferred Attributes:

• Postgraduate qualifications in Corporate Law, Commercial Law, Financial Services Law, Pension Law, Risk Management, or related fields.
• Experience with funds involving trade unions and complex stakeholder relationships.
• Strong leadership, strategic decision-making, and communication skills.
• Professional demeanor, credibility, and reliability.
• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and demonstrate continuous improvement.