Head of Legal & Compliance

CareerCare-SA; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading South African organization is seeking a strategic Head of Legal & Compliance in Centurion. This pivotal role involves overseeing legal and regulatory functions, ensuring the company operates within South African law. Candidates must possess an LLB or equivalent law degree, with 8-10 years of relevant experience in the financial services or insurance industry. Strong expertise in compliance and contract management is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of legal/compliance experience required.
• Senior-level experience within financial services or insurance industry is essential.
• Deep expertise in the South African regulatory landscape (FSCA, POPIA, FICA) required.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal guidance on contracts, risk management, and disputes.
• Ensure compliance with FSCA, POPIA, and FICA regulations.
• Liaise with regulators and manage all audits and regulatory submissions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with clients and partners.
• Lead projects to identify compliance gaps and implement solutions.

Skills

Legal guidance

Contract management

Risk management

Negotiation skills

Regulatory compliance

Education

LLB or equivalent law degree

Job description

Head of Legal & Compliance required in Centurion.

Our Client, a leading South African organization, has evolved from a specialized consultancy into a dynamic, multi-service provider. They are seeking a strategic Head of Legal & Compliance to lead all legal and regulatory functions.

This pivotal role will ensure the company operates with integrity and within the full framework of South African law.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Providing expert legal guidance on contracts, risk management, and disputes, including client and insurer binder agreements.
• Ensuring full compliance with key regulations like FSCA, POPIA, and FICA, while maintaining all company policies and risk registers.
• Acting as the primary liaison with regulators and managing all external audits and regulatory submissions.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of contracts with clients, suppliers, and partners.
• Leading compliance projects to identify gaps and implement effective mitigating actions across the business.

Requirements:

• LLB or equivalent law degree with 8-10 years of legal/compliance experience.
• Proven senior-level experience within the financial services or insurance industry.
• Deep expertise in the South African regulatory landscape (FSCA, POPIA, FICA).
• A strong leader with exceptional contract management and negotiation skills.
• Solutions-driven with the ability to manage multiple complex priorities effectively.