Compliance Officer - Legal

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Híbrido; ZAR 600.000 - 800.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Fully remote work

Health and wellness benefits

Professional certifications

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Compliance Officer to support Stellenbosch-based operations with a fully remote role. You will develop and monitor compliance programs, audit risks, and advise on mitigation strategies while staying aligned with South Africa’s regulatory landscape.

The ideal candidate holds a Law or related degree with 5+ years’ experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in compliance software and remote collaboration tools.

Formación

• A degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years’ experience as a Compliance Officer or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of SA legal/regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Proficiency with compliance management software.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, implement, and maintain compliance programs and policies.
• Conduct regular audits and risk assessments.
• Monitor legislation changes to ensure ongoing compliance.
• Provide training and guidance on compliance matters.
• Investigate concerns and report to senior management.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Reporting skills

Regulatory understanding

Compliance software

Virtual collaboration tools

Educación

Law degree

Business Administration degree

Herramientas

Compliance software

Collaboration tools

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and knowledgeable Compliance Officer to join their legal and compliance team, operating remotely and supporting their Stellenbosch -based operations. This role is essential for ensuring the company adheres to all relevant legal and regulatory requirements, industry standards, and internal policies. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring compliance programs, identifying potential risks, and advising on mitigation strategies. This is a fantastic opportunity for a compliance professional who thrives in a remote environment and can contribute to maintaining the highest ethical and legal standards for the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive compliance programs and policies across the organization.
• Conduct regular compliance audits and risk assessments to identify and address potential violations.
• Monitor changes in relevant legislation and regulations, ensuring the company remains compliant.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on compliance-related matters and best practices.
• Investigate compliance concerns and report findings and recommendations to senior management.

Requirements

• A degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience (5+ years) as a Compliance Officer or in a similar legal/regulatory role.
• Strong understanding of South African legal and regulatory frameworks relevant to the industry.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Proficiency in compliance management software and virtual collaboration tools.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based rewards.
• Fully remote work arrangement allowing for ultimate flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional certifications and continuous learning.
• A culture of integrity and excellence, fostering remote team cohesion.