Compliance Officer - Financial Regulations

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 420.000 - 540.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Comprehensive medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Learning & certifications

Exposure to regulatory challenges

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Compliance Officer to join their fully remote legal and compliance team. The role focuses on ensuring adherence to financial regulations, developing, implementing, and monitoring programs, and guiding regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least four years in compliance within financial services, strong analytical skills, and the ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.
• 4+ years in a compliance role within financial services.
• Knowledge of local and international financial regulations (e.g., FICA, POPIA, AML, KYC).
• Experience with risk assessment methodologies and audits.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive compliance policies and procedures.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on operations.
• Conduct regular internal audits and risk assessments to identify gaps.
• Investigate and resolve breaches and prepare reports.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and external auditors as required.

Kenntnisse

Regulatory knowledge

Audit & risk assessment

Remote work management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Investigative skills

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, or related field

Tools

Compliance management systems

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and knowledgeable Compliance Officer to join their fully remote legal and compliance team. This role is essential for ensuring the organization adheres strictly to all relevant financial regulations and industry standards. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring compliance programs, conducting internal audits, and providing guidance on regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate possesses a keen eye for detail, strong ethical judgment, and the ability to manage compliance initiatives effectively within a remote work setting, contributing to the company's integrity and operational soundness.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive compliance policies and procedures.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on the organization's operations.
• Conduct regular internal audits and risk assessments to identify potential compliance gaps.
• Investigate and resolve compliance breaches and prepare necessary reports.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on compliance matters and regulatory requirements.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and external auditors as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a compliance role within the financial services sector.
• In-depth knowledge of local and international financial regulations (e.g., FICA, POPIA, AML, KYC).
• Experience with compliance management systems and risk assessment methodologies.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional certifications.
• Exposure to diverse regulatory challenges and strategic compliance initiatives.
• A culture that prioritizes ethical conduct and regulatory adherence.