Compliance Manager

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level benefits

Fully remote work arrangement

Health insurance

Retirement planning

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Compliance Manager to lead enterprise-wide compliance initiatives from a remote setting in South Africa. The role demands strategic oversight of policies, procedures, and risk controls to safeguard the organization against regulatory and reputational risks.

Your extensive experience in compliance and risk management, coupled with in-depth knowledge of SA corporate law, will drive the development of robust frameworks and training to ensure ethical standards

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years' experience in a compliance or risk management role.
• Extensive knowledge of South African corporate law, regulatory frameworks, and compliance best practices.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing compliance strategies and policies.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to excel in a remote work environment with self-discipline and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the company-wide compliance program.
• Oversee monitoring and assessment of compliance risks and controls.
• Ensure adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Conduct internal investigations and manage corrective action plans.
• Provide expert advice and training on compliance matters to all levels of staff.
• Liaise with external regulatory bodies and auditors as required.

Education

Tertiary qualification in Law or Business

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a seasoned and strategic Compliance Manager to lead their compliance efforts. This is a senior role, conducted entirely in a remote setting, allowing for flexibility and autonomy. You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining robust compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures across the organization. Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards, safeguarding the company against legal and reputational risks. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced compliance professional to drive compliance initiatives and foster a strong ethical culture from anywhere in South Africa .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the company-wide compliance program.
• Oversee the monitoring and assessment of compliance risks and controls.
• Ensure adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Conduct internal investigations and manage corrective action plans.
• Provide expert advice and training on compliance matters to all levels of staff.
• Liaise with external regulatory bodies and auditors as required.

Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Law, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years' experience in a compliance or risk management role, preferably within a regulated industry.
• Extensive knowledge of South African corporate law, regulatory frameworks, and compliance best practices.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing compliance strategies and policies.
• Strong leadership, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to excel in a remote work environment, demonstrating self-discipline and effective communication.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level benefits.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering ultimate flexibility.
• Significant opportunity for strategic impact and professional growth.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement planning.
• Chance to shape the ethical and legal landscape of a growing company.