Compliance Officer - Financial Services

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Híbrido; ZAR 800.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Fully remote position

Flexible hours

Health benefits

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Compliance Officer for a fully remote role in South Africa. You will develop, implement, and monitor compliance programs to keep the company aligned with financial regulations while supporting business units across a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in financial services, deep FAIS, FICA, POPIA, AML/KYC knowledge, and strong analytical and communication skills to guide stakeholders at all levels.

Formación

• A relevant degree in Law, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in compliance within the financial services industry.
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations such as FAIS, FICA, POPIA, and AML/KYC requirements.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing compliance programs.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive compliance management system for the financial services sector.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on the business, ensuring timely implementation of necessary adjustments.
• Conduct regular compliance audits and risk assessments to identify potential areas of non-compliance.
• Investigate compliance breaches and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on compliance policies and procedures.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports to relevant authorities accurately and on time.

Conocimientos

Regulatory knowledge

Risk assessment

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Educación

Law/Finance degree

Herramientas

Compliance software

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is looking for a seasoned and proactive Compliance Officer with expertise in Financial Services to join their team, working remotely from anywhere in South Africa . This critical role will ensure the company adheres to all relevant financial regulations, industry standards, and internal policies. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring compliance programs, conducting risk assessments, and providing guidance to business units to maintain the highest standards of integrity and regulatory adherence in a fast-paced, evolving industry, ensuring the company operates ethically and within legal frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive compliance management system for the financial services sector.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on the business, ensuring timely implementation of necessary adjustments.
• Conduct regular compliance audits and risk assessments to identify potential areas of non-compliance.
• Investigate compliance breaches and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on compliance policies and procedures.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports to relevant authorities accurately and on time.

Requirements

• A relevant degree in Law, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in compliance within the financial services industry.
• In-depth knowledge of financial regulations such as FAIS, FICA, POPIA, and AML/KYC requirements.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing compliance programs.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote position offering maximum flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and certifications.
• A chance to significantly shape the compliance framework of a growing financial services entity.