Law Enforcement Liaison – Payments/Fintech (Hybrid)

Black Pen Recruitment; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive fintech company in Johannesburg is seeking a Law Enforcement Liaison Officer to serve as the primary contact with South African law enforcement. This role involves supporting criminal investigations, building relationships with law enforcement agencies, and training internal teams on legal processes. Candidates should be former SAPS officers with experience in financial and cybercrime investigations, and a comprehensive understanding of South African legal frameworks. The position offers a hybrid work model with a focus on high integrity and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Former SAPS officer with experience in financial and cybercrime investigations.
• Proven experience working with South African law enforcement and intelligence bodies.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Act as the liaison between our client and law enforcement officers.
• Assist with responses to enquiries from law enforcement officials.
• Build and maintain trusted working relationships with law enforcement agencies.
• Educate teams on procedures for dealing with law enforcement.
• Report intelligence on relevant crime trends to the Fraud Team.
• Refine internal protocols for handling external law enforcement engagement.

Skills

Experience in financial and cybercrime investigations

Strong knowledge of South African legal frameworks

Proactive and solution-focused

Strong attention to detail

High integrity and professionalism

Job description

A progressive fintech company in Johannesburg is seeking a Law Enforcement Liaison Officer to serve as the primary contact with South African law enforcement. This role involves supporting criminal investigations, building relationships with law enforcement agencies, and training internal teams on legal processes. Candidates should be former SAPS officers with experience in financial and cybercrime investigations, and a comprehensive understanding of South African legal frameworks. The position offers a hybrid work model with a focus on high integrity and professionalism.