Compliance and Company Secretarial Officer

Frogg Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Compliance and Company Secretarial Officer in Cape Town. The role involves overseeing compliance frameworks with a strong focus on FICA, providing legal guidance, and ensuring statutory obligations are met. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and over 5 years of experience in compliance and governance. This position offers an attractive salary package depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of combined experience across compliance, including 3+ years focused on FICA.
• Professional compliance certifications such as ACAMS, ICA, CCEP are advantageous.
• Strong understanding of reporting procedures and record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee control systems and policies for compliance.
• Conduct FICA risk assessments and compliance audits; monitor regulatory changes.
• Prepare board/committee/AGM packs and draft agendas/minutes/resolutions.

Skills

Compliance expertise

FICA knowledge

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration

Certificate in FICA compliance

Company secretarial certificate or CGISA/CIS qualification

Job description

Compliance and Company Secretarial Officer – Cape Town.

Our Law firm client seeks the expertise of a Compliance and Company Secretarial Officer that will oversee the organisation’s compliance framework with a strong focus on FICA, while delivering end‑to‑end company secretarial and governance support.

The role spans policy design and assurance, regulatory reporting, stakeholder training, and board/committee governance (including CIPC filings and statutory records).

The incumbent will act as a key point of contact for regulators and clients on FICA and governance matters.

Salary Range: Up to R80 000 CTC (Depends on experience and qualifications).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years’ combined experience across compliance (including 3+ years focused on FICA) and company secretarial/governance.
• Certificate in FICA compliance.
• Company secretarial certificate or CGISA/CIS qualification – advantageous
• Law degree and/or admitted attorney – advantageous
• Professional compliance certifications (e.g., ACAMS, ICA, CCEP)
• In-depth knowledge of FICA/AML/CFT, the Companies Act, corporate governance, and CIPC requirements.
• Strong understanding of reporting procedures, record-keeping, and evidence/audit readiness.
• Excellent analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills; high attention to detail.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and training delivery skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Compliance (enterprise and legal)
  • Develop, implement, and oversee control systems, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with legal and internal requirements.
  • Provide legal/compliance guidance, conduct legal research, and monitor regulatory developments.
  • Perform compliance risk assessments, test control effectiveness, and drive remediation.
  • Prepare compliance reports and MI for senior management and the board; support audits and inspections.
• FICA/AML Compliance
  • Own the FICA framework and RMCP, ensuring alignment with legislation and guidance.
  • Conduct FICA risk assessments and compliance audits; monitor and implement regulatory changes.
  • Oversee KYC/EDD standards, sanctions/TFS screening controls, record-keeping, and quality assurance.
  • Investigate and resolve compliance breaches; elevate and report to authorities as required.
  • Design and deliver FICA/AML training and guidance to staff and clients; respond to FICA queries.
• Company Secretarial and Governance
  • Ensure clients comply with statutory obligations under the Companies Act and related regulations.
  • Maintain statutory registers (including beneficial ownership), prepare and file CIPC documents and annual returns.
  • Prepare board/committee/AGM packs; draft agendas, minutes, resolutions, and lodge required forms.
  • Advise on corporate governance principles and implement governance frameworks.
  • Keep abreast of legislative changes and brief stakeholders; train junior staff on governance updates.
• Regulatory and Stakeholder Engagement
  • Liaise with the FIC, CIPC, FSCA/Prudential Authority (as applicable), and external auditors.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Legal, HR, business units) to embed standards and resolve issues.