KYC & Regulatory Compliance Analyst

THE SKILLS MINE; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Compliance and Risk Management Specialist. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience in law practice or finance, particularly in KYC processes and compliance. Responsibilities include ensuring adherence to statutory requirements, processing client confirmations, and managing compliance documentation. Proficiency in compliance tools and a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in compliance and risk management.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks applicable to financial services.
• 3-5 years of experience in the law practice or financial environments.

Responsibilities

• Understand and apply regulatory and statutory requirements.
• Receive KYC and NBI requests, updating processing actions accordingly.
• Analyse details in the Firm Questionnaire for FICA purposes.
• Ensure all supporting documentation is complete.
• Process confirmations of ultimate beneficial owners and analyze related risks.
• Monitor compliance alerts and reports.

Skills

Compliance knowledge

KYC processes

Risk management

Financial processes understanding

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s or Diploma in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or Risk Management

Job description

A leading financial services firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Compliance and Risk Management Specialist. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience in law practice or finance, particularly in KYC processes and compliance. Responsibilities include ensuring adherence to statutory requirements, processing client confirmations, and managing compliance documentation. Proficiency in compliance tools and a strong understanding of regulatory frameworks are essential for success in this role.