Compliance Specialist

Capitec Bank; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Capitec Bank is looking for a motivated compliance professional to oversee regulatory risks and guide business operations effectively. The ideal candidate should have a strong legal background with relevant experience in the financial services sector. This role promises a dynamic work environment and contributes to the bank's commitment to responsible operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4-5 years in financial services compliance/legal.
• Admitted Attorney required.
• Relevant Certification from Compliance Institute preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the bank in managing regulatory and compliance risks.
• Provide guidance and oversight for efficient operations.

Skills

Project management skills

Computer literacy

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Law

Honours Degree in Law

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Purpose Statement

• To assist the bank in managing its regulatory and compliance risk and to provide guidance and oversight to the business to operate in an efficient, responsible, and sustainable manner.

Experience

Minimum:

• 4-5 years of financial services compliance/legal experience
• Stakeholder management at all levels, including up to Exco
• Responsibility for oversight of legislation related to financial services generally

Ideal:

• Responsibility for oversight of legislation related to specific portfolios within financial services, such as credit insurance and funeral cover
• Experience with Capitec Bank products and services

Qualifications (Minimum)

• Bachelor's Degree in Law
• Admitted Attorney

Qualifications (Ideal or Preferred)

• Honours Degree in Law
• Relevant Certification from the Compliance Institute of Southern Africa

Knowledge

Minimum:

• Knowledge of FAIS, LTIA
• Law/legal practice
• Compliance and risk management
• Compliance monitoring methodology

Ideal:

• Knowledge of Capitec Bank products and services
• Business acumen, practices, and processes
• Stakeholder engagement practices
• Compliance software

Skills

• Project management skills (methodology-specific)
• Computer literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)
• Interpersonal and relationship management skills
• Planning, organizing, and coordination skills
• Problem-solving skills

Conditions of Employment

• Clear criminal and credit record
• A valid driver's license and own vehicle are required

Capitec is committed to diversity. All appointments will support our employment equity goals where feasible.