Head of Financial Compliance – Durban | AML/FAIS Expert

Placements24; Durban; Presencial; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Excellent medical aid

Provident fund

Life insurance

Annual leave

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 invites applications for a Lead Financial Compliance Officer in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. You will lead a team of compliance professionals, oversee regulatory adherence across FAIS, FICA and AML/CFT, and act as the primary liaison with regulators.

The role is based in a modern Durban office within a prominent financial services provider. The ideal candidate has at least 6 years in financial compliance, strong leadership, analytical ability, and the capacity to translate complex

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Accounting or related field.
• Postgraduate qualifications or relevant professional certifications (e.g., CFERS, CAMS) are advantageous.
• Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in financial compliance, regulatory affairs, or internal audit within the financial services industry.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, implement and maintain compliance policies and procedures in line with FAIS, FICA, POPIA, AML/CFT.
• Lead, mentor and manage a team of compliance officers.
• Conduct internal audits and risk assessments to identify non-compliance and propose corrective actions.
• Serve as primary liaison with regulatory authorities and manage inspections and reporting.
• Oversee AML/CTF programs and deliver comprehensive compliance training for staff.
• Investigate potential breaches and advise on remediation strategies.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes and advise senior management on impact.

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Accounting or related field

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 invites applications for a Lead Financial Compliance Officer in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. You will lead a team of compliance professionals, oversee regulatory adherence across FAIS, FICA and AML/CFT, and act as the primary liaison with regulators.

The role is based in a modern Durban office within a prominent financial services provider. The ideal candidate has at least 6 years in financial compliance, strong leadership, analytical ability, and the capacity to translate complex