Compliance Officer - Legal

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 650,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Support for professional certificates

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a diligent Compliance Officer to oversee legal and regulatory adherence in a fully remote capacity. You will develop and enforce comprehensive compliance programs, ensuring operations meet South African laws and ethical guidelines while collaborating with multiple departments.

The role requires at least 5 years in compliance or risk roles, a strong understanding of SA legislation, and superb analytical and communication skills to influence stakeholders remotely.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years in compliance, legal, or risk management.
• Strong knowledge of South African legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent analytical and investigative skills.
• Proven ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive compliance programs and policies.
• Monitor adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Conduct internal audits and risk assessments to identify potential compliance gaps.
• Investigate compliance issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare compliance reports for senior management and regulatory bodies.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on compliance matters and ethical conduct.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Investigative skills

Communication & interpersonal

Stakeholder influence

Remote work efficiency

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a diligent and proactive Compliance Officer to oversee legal and regulatory adherence for their operations, in a fully remote capacity. This role is essential for safeguarding the company against legal and financial risks by establishing and enforcing robust compliance policies. You will work closely with various departments to ensure all activities meet legal standards and ethical guidelines. This position offers a significant opportunity to impact the company's integrity and risk management framework, providing the flexibility and autonomy of a remote work setting to excel in your responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive compliance programs and policies.
• Monitor adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Conduct internal audits and risk assessments to identify potential compliance gaps.
• Investigate compliance issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare compliance reports for senior management and regulatory bodies.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on compliance matters and ethical conduct.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, or a related field; relevant professional certifications are a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in compliance, legal, or risk management roles.
• Strong knowledge of relevant South African legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and investigative skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage workload independently and effectively in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work opportunity with flexible hours.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings plan.
• Support for professional certifications and continuing education.
• A critical role in maintaining the ethical and legal standing of the organization.