Insurance Compliance Manager

Pathfinders Consulting Pty (LTD); Sandton; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathfinders Consulting Pty (LTD) in Sandton is seeking an Insurance Compliance Manager to strengthen oversight and embed a culture of accountability across operations.

The role develops, monitors, and reports on compliance programmes ensuring adherence to the Companies Act, FAIS, Insurance Acts, FIC Act and AML, guiding decision-makers with transparency and integrity. Collaborative engagement with Legal, Risk and Operations is essential to investigate breaches and uplift governance.

Qualifications

• A degree in law or related field with a Compliance Management Certificate.
• 5–7 years’ insurance compliance experience, including at least 2 years in a management role.
• Solid knowledge of FAIS, Insurance Acts, FIC Act, AML, and the broader regulatory landscape.
• Collaborative mindset with confidence to engage senior stakeholders and regulators.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain a Compliance Monitoring Programme across the business.
• Review, update, and embed policies, procedures, and Codes of Conduct to align with regulatory requirements.
• Advise senior management on compliance risks, regulatory updates, and governance matters.
• Partner with Legal, Risk, and Operational teams to investigate and resolve compliance breaches.
• Conduct ongoing training and awareness programmes to build a compliance-conscious workforce.
• Drive the reporting of compliance results, identifying trends and recommending corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Investigative skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

BCom (Law / General) or LLB

Compliance Management Certificate

Job description

Pathfinders Consulting Pty (LTD) | Full time

Insurance Compliance Manager

Sandton, South Africa | Posted on 10/13/2025

Are you a compliance professional who thrives on structure, integrity, and driving good governance across complex environments? Our client, a respected player in the financial services industry, is seeking a Compliance Manager to strengthen oversight and embed a culture of accountability across their operations.

The Opportunity

You’ll play a key role in developing, monitoring, and reporting on compliance programmes that ensure full adherence to the Companies Act, FAIS, the Insurance Acts, FIC Act, and related legislation. This role goes beyond ticking boxes — it’s about influencing culture, guiding decision-makers, and ensuring the business operates with transparency and ethical intent.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain an effective Compliance Monitoring Programme across the business.
• Review, update, and embed company policies, procedures, and Codes of Conduct to align with changing regulatory requirements.
• Advise senior management on compliance risks, regulatory updates, and governance matters.
• Partner with Legal, Risk, and Operational teams to investigate and resolve compliance breaches.
• Conduct ongoing training and awareness programmes to build a compliance-conscious workforce.
• Drive the reporting of compliance results, identifying trends and recommending corrective actions.

Requirements

What You’ll Bring

• A BCom (Law / General) or LLB degree, plus a Compliance Management Certificate (Compliance Institute SA or equivalent).
• 5–7 years’ insurance compliance experience, including at least 2 years in a management role.
• Solid knowledge of FAIS, Insurance Acts, FIC Act, AML, and the broader financial regulatory landscape.
• A collaborative mindset with the confidence to engage senior stakeholders and regulators.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and communication skills.

What Sets You Apart

You see compliance as an enabler of business growth, not a barrier. You’re known for building trust, influencing change, and helping organisations uphold their reputation through integrity and governance excellence.

Type: Permanent

If you’re ready to shape the compliance culture within a forward-thinking financial services environment, we’d love to hear from you.