Head Of Legal & Compliance

Careercare-Sa; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent South African organization in Centurion is seeking a strategic Head of Legal & Compliance to oversee all legal and regulatory functions. The ideal candidate will have an LLB and 8-10 years of experience in legal/compliance roles within the financial services or insurance industry. Responsibilities include providing legal guidance on contracts, ensuring compliance with FSCA, POPIA, and FICA regulations, and acting as the liaison with regulators. Leadership skills and contract negotiation expertise are essential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal guidance on contracts and disputes.
• Ensure compliance with key regulations and company policies.
• Act as the primary liaison with regulators and manage audits.

Skills

Legal guidance

Risk management

Contract negotiation

Compliance management

Leadership

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.