Compliance and Corporate Governance Manager

Gijima Holdings; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Midrand is seeking a Compliance Manager to oversee corporate governance, compliance, and risk management. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in regulatory frameworks, strong analytical skills, and a deep understanding of compliance standards. You will be responsible for implementing governance best practices, managing compliance risks, and ensuring adherence to legal standards. This role requires strategic problem-solving and excellent stakeholder engagement abilities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in corporate governance, legal compliance, or risk management.
• In-depth expertise in ISO standards and King IV principles.

Responsibilities

• Maintain compliance with King IV governance principles.
• Oversee regulatory reporting and client/vendor compliance.
• Conduct internal investigations on fraud and corruption.

Skills

Compliance

Risk Management

Governance

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Law Degree

Masters Degree in Compliance

Tools

ISO 9001

ISO 14001

ISO 45001

POPIA

GDPR

CCPA

Job description

• Degree : Law, Finance, Compliance, Risk Management, Internal Audit or related field.
• Advanced Degree (Preferred) : Masters Degree in Compliance, Corporate Governance, Business Administration (MBA), or a related discipline.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Corporate Compliance & Governance : 7+ years of experience in corporate governance, legal compliance, or risk management in ICT, financial services, or regulated industries.
• Regulatory & Industry Knowledge : In-depth expertise in ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, OHSA, CIDB, PSIRA, SARS customs, and King IV corporate governance principles.
• Internal Audit & Risk Management : Hands-on experience in auditing, risk control frameworks, and governance risk compliance (GRC) management.
• SHEQ & Occupational Health & Safety : Experience in SHEQ audits, environmental compliance, and workplace health and safety laws.
• Fraud Prevention & Investigations : Proven ability to implement fraud prevention strategies, conduct investigations, and liaise with forensic auditors.
• Commercial & Legal Compliance : Ability to evaluate risks in tender submissions, assess vendor compliance, and oversee legal compliance frameworks.

KEY SKILLS AND CAPABILITIES REQUIRED

Skill requirements consist of the following :

• Deep knowledge of compliance, governance, and risk frameworks
• Strong analytical, auditing, and risk management skills
• Strategic problem-solving and policy development
• Excellent stakeholder engagement & regulatory liaison abilities
• Experience managing complex multi-site SHEQ & risk environments
• Proven ability to implement governance best practices
• Ability to navigate legal & regulatory landscapes effectively

TECHNICAL AND LEGAL CERTIFICATIONS

• Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP)
• Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM)
• Certified Risk & Compliance Management Professional (CRCMP)
• Corporate Governance Certification (ICSA Chartered Governance Institute or equivalent)
• Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP)
• Lead Auditor Certification (ISO 9001, 14001, or 45001)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Corporate Governance & Company Secretarial Functions

• King IV Compliance : Maintain documentation for compliance with King IV governance principles.
• Board Support : Prepare Declaration of Interest Forms, maintain Board and Audit & Risk Committee (ARC) charters, and compile meeting minutes.
• Delegation of Authority (DOA) : Manage DOA letters, templates, and acting registers.
• Regulatory Reporting : Update CIPC records (director appointments, auditors, company secretary, etc.) and respond to minority shareholder inquiries.
• King IV Implementation : Oversee rollout of new corporate governance requirements.

Compliance & Regulatory Risk Management

• Legal & Industry Compliance : Ensure adherence to PSIRA, CIDB, SARS customs, OHSA, and sector-specific regulations, and Gijima Internal compliance.
• Client & Vendor Compliance : Oversee due diligence questionnaires, vendor onboarding, and contractual risk assessment.
• Policy & Procedure Management : Develop and maintain a compliance policy register and implement governance frameworks.
• Implement Compliance risk management Plans
• Alignment with Group Risk Management on Compliance Risks (Serve as a Compliance Risk Champion)

Data Privacy and IT Security Compliance

• Implement data security policies and access controls, ensuring compliance with POPIA, GDPR, CCPA, and other regulatory standards.
• Work closely with the IT security team to protect data against breaches, leaks, and unauthorized access.
• Develop and maintain data encryption, masking, and anonymization strategies to safeguard sensitive data.
• Monitor data usage, access logs, and compliance adherence, ensuring auditability and governance.
• Implement role-based access control (RBAC) and identity management solutions to protect enterprise-wide data assets.
• Alignment with Group Risk Management on Data Privacy and IT Security Compliance Risks (Serve as a Data Privacy and IT Security Compliance Risk Champion)

Fraud Prevention & Ethical Business Conduct

• Fraud Investigations : Conduct internal investigations on fraud, corruption, and unethical practices.
• Hotline Management : Liaise with Deloitte Hotline to ensure timely resolution of reported issues.
• Anti-Corruption Policies : Implement and enforce Fraud Prevention and Ethical Tendering Policies.
• Anti-Corruption and Fraud Awareness
• Alignment with Group Risk Management on Ethical and Fraud Risks (Serve as an Ethical and Fraud Risk Risk Champion)

ISO Audit SHEQ (Safety, Health, Environment & Quality) Compliance

• ISO & Occupational Health Compliance : Ensure compliance with ISO 14001, and 45001 standards.
• SHE Audits & Incident Management : Conduct SHE audits, safety inspections, and investigations into workplace accidents.
• Health & Safety Training : Develop training programs for OHSA legal appointments and compliance with SHEQ requirements.
• Client-Specific Health & Safety Compliance : Manage Health & Safety files, site safety plans, and emergency preparedness reports.
• Alignment with Group Risk Management and Health and Manager on ISO 14K and 45k (Serve as a Ethical and Fraud Risk Champion)

Commercial and Contract Compliance

• Contract & Bid Compliance : Evaluate contractual risks in commercial bids, and compliance with legal and industry standards.

Management Representation Letters (MRL) & Corrective Actions

• MRL Reporting : Oversee the MRL process, compile reports, and track corrective actions.
• Executive Approvals : Obtain EXCO approval for corrective action plans.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Creativity and innovation
• Effective communication
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Strategic thinking and vision
• Integrity
• Dependable

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