Lead Compliance Officer

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.700.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Fully remote work across SA

Competitive salary with bonuses

Generous leave and sick leave

Professional development funding

Support with certifications and events

Work with a leading fintech

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 invites applications for a Lead Compliance Officer to guide regulatory adherence for a pioneering global fintech. This remote role is based in Cape Town, South Africa, and offers the chance to shape robust compliance frameworks for international and local regulations.

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years in compliance/risk, in fintech or financial services, with strong leadership and communication skills, and familiarity with local SA and international standards.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certifications (e.g., CAMS, CRCM) are highly desirable.

Aufgaben

• Develop, implement, and manage the company’s global compliance program aligned with FAIS, FICA, POPIA, GDPR, and other regulations.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and identify compliance vulnerabilities and risks.
• Establish and maintain internal controls and procedures to prevent and detect non-compliant behavior.
• Oversee implementation of policies and provide ongoing training to staff.
• Act as primary contact for regulatory bodies, auditors, and external experts.
• Investigate and resolve compliance breaches or issues.
• Prepare regular reports for senior management and the board on compliance status.
• Stay updated with changes in laws/regulations impacting fintech.
• Champion a culture of ethical conduct and compliance across the organization.

Kenntnisse

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Leadership

Communication

Policy development

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Law/Finance/Business Administration or related field

Desirable: CAMS or CRCM certifications

Tools

Compliance management software

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is a pioneering global fintech firm seeking an accomplished Lead Compliance Officer to spearhead their regulatory adherence initiatives. This is a critical, fully remote role based in Cape Town, Western Cape , offering the unique advantage of working from anywhere within South Africa. You will be at the forefront of developing and implementing robust compliance frameworks, ensuring our client operates with the highest integrity and adheres to all international and local financial regulations. This position demands a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the fintech landscape and a passion for building best‑in‑class compliance programs. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the company’s risk management strategies and fostering a culture of compliance across all departments, contributing significantly to the sustained trust and growth of our client in the digital financial services sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the company’s global compliance program, ensuring adherence to all applicable financial regulations (e.g., FAIS, FICA, POPIA, GDPR, etc.).
• Conduct regular risk assessments and identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk.
• Establish and maintain internal controls and procedures to prevent and detect fraudulent or unethical behavior.
• Oversee the implementation of compliance policies and provide ongoing training to employees.
• Act as the primary point of contact for regulatory bodies, auditors, and external compliance experts.
• Investigate and resolve any compliance breaches or issues that may arise.
• Prepare regular reports for senior management and the board on the status of the compliance program.
• Stay current with changes in laws and regulations impacting the financial technology industry.
• Champion a strong culture of ethical conduct and compliance throughout the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; relevant professional certifications (e.g., CAMS, CRCM) are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in compliance, risk management, or regulatory affairs, preferably within the fintech or financial services industry.
• In‑depth knowledge of South African financial regulations and international compliance standards.
• Proven ability to design, implement, and manage comprehensive compliance programs.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience managing teams.
• Experience working in a remote‑first environment, with excellent self‑discipline and time‑management skills.
• Proficiency in compliance management software and tools.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance‑based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility and work‑life balance.
• Generous annual leave and paid sick leave.
• Professional development opportunities, including funding for certifications and conferences.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic, innovative, and globally recognized fintech leader.
• Contribute to building a secure and trustworthy financial ecosystem from your home office in Cape Town or any other location.
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art remote work technology and support.