Compliance Administrator

Biz Community; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A compliance-focused company is seeking a Compliance Administrator in Cape Town to help ensure regulatory standards are met. Responsibilities include conducting compliance checks, maintaining accurate records, and supporting governance processes. Ideal candidates will have a certification in compliance and strong attention to detail. This role offers a chance to thrive in a structured environment focused on compliance and risk management.

Qualifications

• 12 months of compliance experience will be considered beneficial.
• A working understanding of compliance, legal, and regulatory frameworks (e.g., KYC, FICA, onboarding).
• Strong administrative skills and high attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily and weekly compliance checks on new merchant onboardings.
• Verify KYC and FICA documentation.
• Maintain and update compliance registers, trackers, and audit logs.

Skills

Highly organized

Attention to detail

Ability to work with confidential information

Self-motivated

Education

Certification in compliance or risk management

Job description

Purpose of role

The Compliance Administrator plays a key role in supporting the company’s commitment to operating in a compliant, ethical, and risk‑conscious manner. This role is responsible for conducting routine and ad‑hoc compliance checks, maintaining key administrative registers, and supporting various compliance, risk, and company secretarial functions. Through diligent and accurate work, the role ensures that the business remains audit‑ready, compliant with internal standards, and aligned with external regulatory requirements. You’ll thrive in this role if…

• You’re highly organized and take pride in maintaining accurate, up‑to‑date records.
• You enjoy working through checklists, processes, and documentation with consistency and precision.
• You have a keen eye for detail and can spot inconsistencies or missing information others may miss.
• You take initiative to follow up and close gaps, especially when dealing with compliance matters.
• You’re comfortable working with confidential information and understand the importance of discretion.
• You’re self‑motivated, able to manage recurring tasks without reminders, and meet deadlines consistently.
• You value routine but can also adapt quickly when processes or regulations change.
• You enjoy being part of a team that works to protect the business and ensure regulatory standards are met.

What you’ll do

• Conduct daily and weekly compliance checks on new merchant onboardings.
• Verify KYC and FICA documentation, validate bank‑out details, and ensure safe customer onboarding.
• Review and approve agent registration files and recertification documentation Compliance and risk support.
• Draft and populate compliance‑related template letters accurately and promptly.
• Maintain and update compliance registers, trackers, and audit logs.
• Assist with the collection, review, and organisation of vendor documentation and packs.
• Company secretary administration and support
• Provide support with the preparation and filing of company secretarial documents.
• Assist in maintaining statutory records and supporting governance processes.
• Coordinate and organise documentation for compliance‑related meetings or filings.

Qualifications and experience

• Certification in compliance or risk management.
• 12 months of compliance experience will be considered beneficial.
• A working understanding of compliance, legal, and regulatory frameworks (e.g., KYC, FICA, onboarding).
• Strong administrative skills and high attention to detail.
• Experience in compliance or audit support functions is advantageous.
• Ability to draft basic documents and populate templates accurately.
• Familiarity with maintaining registers and records for legal or regulatory purposes.