Compliance Officer

CA Financial Appointments; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in South Africa is seeking a Compliance Officer to ensure adherence to regulatory frameworks such as FAIS and FICA. The ideal candidate will have a BCom Law or LLB qualification with 3-4 years' experience in compliance. This position offers competitive salary and the chance to work across multiple branches with costs covered for travel.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive compliance team

Travel costs covered

Qualifications

• 3-4 years' experience in financial services compliance.
• Solid understanding of FAIS, FICA, and related legislation.
• RE 1 certification and FSCA-registered CAT 1 Compliance Officer.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and implement the Compliance Risk Management and Monitoring Plan.
• Compile compliance reports for internal teams, clients, and regulators.
• Review marketing materials per Board Notice 92 standards.

Skills

FAIS compliance

FICA compliance

Regulatory reporting

Education

BCom Law or LLB qualification

Job description

Overview

Ready to make your mark in a leading financial services environment? We're looking for a confident and registered Compliance Officer to join a well-established team driving compliance excellence across South Africa.

This role offers a mix of head-office responsibility and regional impact ideal for someone who enjoys variety, independence, and the chance to make real contributions across branches in Kimberley, PE, Bloem, and beyond.

About the role

As a Compliance Officer, you'll ensure key regulatory frameworks (FAIS, FICA, and more) are implemented, maintained, and monitored across the business. You'll manage compliance projects end-to-end and advise on risk while keeping stakeholders and the regulator aligned through clear reporting and expert guidance.

What you'll be doing

• Maintain and implement the Compliance Risk Management and Monitoring Plan
• Compile compliance reports for internal teams, clients, and regulators
• Interpret and apply new legislation across the business
• Review marketing materials per Board Notice 92 standards
• Manage FAIS compliance processes and key individual / rep registers
• Support and advise on TCF (Treating Customers Fairly) outcomes

What we're looking for

• BCom Law or LLB qualification (essential)
• RE 1 certification
• FSCA-registered CAT 1 Compliance Officer (CAT 2 preferred)
• 3-4 years' experience in financial services compliance
• Solid understanding of FAIS, FICA, and related legislation
• Own vehicle and valid driver's license, must be willing to travel across the country (fully compensated)

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity to work across multiple branches, variety and visibility
• Supportive compliance team with room to grow
• Travel costs covered for regional visits

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