Hybrid Compliance Lead for Banking Regulation & Risk

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, is seeking a diligent Compliance Officer to join our client’s team. This hybrid role balances in-office collaboration with remote focus, ensuring strict adherence to FAIS, FICA, POPIA, and other regulations.

The successful candidate will develop, implement, and maintain a robust compliance program across the organization. You will lead audits, risk assessments, investigations, and staff training, liaise with regulators and external auditors, and report

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 5+ years in a compliance role within banking/finance.
• Deep understanding of SA financial regulations (FAIS, FICA, POPIA) and regulatory reporting.
• Experience leading audits, risk assessments, investigations, and staff training.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the company's compliance program, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations (FAIS, FICA, POPIA) and assess their impact on the business.
• Conduct regular compliance audits and risk assessments to identify potential non-compliance.
• Investigate compliance breaches and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on compliance matters and best practices.
• Prepare and submit regulatory reports to relevant authorities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date compliance records.
• Advise management on compliance risks and mitigation strategies.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and external auditors.
• Promote a culture of compliance throughout the organization.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Audit & risk assessment

KYC/AML

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law/Finance

Tools

Compliance software

Job description

Placements24 in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, is seeking a diligent Compliance Officer to join our client’s team. This hybrid role balances in-office collaboration with remote focus, ensuring strict adherence to FAIS, FICA, POPIA, and other regulations.

The successful candidate will develop, implement, and maintain a robust compliance program across the organization. You will lead audits, risk assessments, investigations, and staff training, liaise with regulators and external auditors, and report