Lead Compliance Officer

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive base salary with incentives

Health insurance and retirement fund

Generous leave allowance

Professional development support

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Compliance Officer for our client in Centurion, Gauteng. The role oversees the regulatory compliance framework within the financial sector, leading a team and developing strategies to align with FAIS, FICA, and POPIA requirements.

The position requires strong leadership and ethical standards and offers scope to influence compliance at a major financial institution. The successful candidate will manage audits, stakeholder relationships, and regulatory

Qualifications

• Law degree or related field qualification.
• 7+ years of experience in compliance, legal, or audit roles within the Banking & Finance industry.
• Strong knowledge of South African financial regulations (FAIS, FICA, POPIA).

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the company's comprehensive compliance program.
• Conduct regular compliance audits and risk assessments to identify non-compliance.
• Interpret and advise on impact of new or changing laws and regulations on the business.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs for employees across all levels.
• Investigate and resolve compliance breaches and regulatory issues.
• Represent the company in dealings with regulatory authorities and external auditors.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Education

Law degree

Job description

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Lead Compliance Officer to oversee and strengthen their regulatory compliance framework in Centurion . This senior position is crucial for ensuring adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies within the financial sector. You will lead a team, develop compliance strategies, and act as a key liaison with regulatory bodies. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of financial regulations, exceptional leadership qualities, and a commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards in Gauteng .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the company's comprehensive compliance program.
• Conduct regular compliance audits and risk assessments to identify potential areas of non-compliance.
• Interpret and advise on the impact of new or changing laws and regulations on the business.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs for employees across all levels.
• Investigate and resolve compliance breaches and other regulatory issues.
• Represent the company in dealings with regulatory authorities and external auditors.

Requirements

• Law degree, Finance, or related field qualification.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in compliance, legal, or audit roles within the Banking & Finance industry.
• In-depth knowledge of South African financial regulations (e.g., FAIS, FICA, POPIA).
• Proven experience in managing a compliance team and developing compliance strategies.
• Strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Benefits

• Attractive base salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement fund contributions.
• Generous leave allowance and professional development support.
• Opportunity to lead compliance efforts in a significant financial institution in Gauteng .
• Dynamic and ethical work environment.