Corporate Compliance Officer

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote working environment

Health, dental, and retirementBenefits

Generous vacation and personal leave

Professional development funding

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Corporate Compliance Officer for a fully remote global operation. The role focuses on building and maintaining robust compliance programs, executing risk assessments, and guiding the organization on AML, KYC, data privacy, and regulatory requirements.

You will work with legal, risk, and operations to foster a culture of integrity while reporting to senior leadership. Responsibilities include developing training programs, monitoring regulatory changes, coordinating with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• A Master's degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., CCEP, CRCM) is preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in corporate compliance, regulatory affairs, or risk management, preferably within the financial services sector.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory frameworks, including international compliance standards.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing compliance programs.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex regulations clearly.
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.
• Experience with compliance management software and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive corporate compliance programs and policies.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards, including data privacy, AML, and KYC.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs to employees at all levels.
• Investigate compliance breaches and manage disciplinary actions in coordination with HR.
• Monitor regulatory changes and update compliance procedures accordingly.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and external auditors during compliance reviews and inspections.
• Prepare regular compliance reports for senior management and the Board of Directors.
• Promote a strong ethical culture and awareness of compliance obligations throughout the organization.

Skills

Analytical skills

Investigative skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Remote work capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law/Business/Finance

Master's degree or professional certification (CCEP/CRCM)

Tools

Compliance management software

Reporting tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a multinational financial services provider operating entirely remotely, is actively searching for a dedicated and experienced Corporate Compliance Officer. This position is critical in ensuring the company adheres to all relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards across its global operations. The Compliance Officer will be responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining a robust compliance program, conducting risk assessments, and providing guidance on compliance matters. The successful candidate will work closely with various departments, including legal, risk management, and operations, to foster a culture of compliance throughout the organization. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape and drive compliance initiatives within a dynamic, fully distributed business environment. A strong understanding of financial regulations and a proactive approach to risk mitigation are essential for success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive corporate compliance programs and policies.
• Conduct regular risk assessments to identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards, including data privacy, anti-money laundering (AML), and Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs to employees at all levels.
• Investigate compliance breaches and manage disciplinary actions in coordination with HR.
• Monitor regulatory changes and update compliance procedures accordingly.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and external auditors during compliance reviews and inspections.
• Prepare regular compliance reports for senior management and the Board of Directors.
• Promote a strong ethical culture and awareness of compliance obligations throughout the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• A Master's degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., CCEP, CRCM) is preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in corporate compliance, regulatory affairs, or risk management, preferably within the financial services sector.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory frameworks, including international compliance standards.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing compliance programs.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex regulations clearly.
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.
• Experience with compliance management software and reporting tools.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package and potential for annual bonuses.
• Fully remote working environment, offering significant work-life flexibility.
• Opportunity to lead and shape the compliance function of a growing international company.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Generous vacation and personal leave allowances.
• Professional development support, including funding for certifications and training.
• A culture that values integrity, transparency, and employee well-being.
• Access to modern collaboration tools and a supportive virtual team.