Legal Advisor - Compliance and Risk

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.200.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary package

Professional development and training

Retirement and medical aid

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 seeks a dedicated Legal Advisor in Pretoria to focus on compliance and risk management. You will advise on regulatory requirements, AML/KYC, and data privacy, while collaborating with compliance officers and senior management in a hybrid work setting.

The ideal candidate is admitted in SA as an attorney or advocate, with at least five years in financial services law, strong analytical and communication skills, and the ability to develop robust internal controls and risk frameworks.

Qualifikationen

• Admitted as an Attorney or Advocate in South Africa.
• Minimum of 5 years in compliance, risk management, or financial regulatory law.
• Strong knowledge of South African financial services legislation.
• Familiarity with AML/CFT, KYC, and POPIA regulations.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Aufgaben

• Provide legal guidance on compliance with financial services regulations (FAIS, FICA, POPIA, AML/CFT).
• Develop and review compliance policies and procedures.
• Assess regulatory risks for new products and services.
• Assist in regulatory examinations and inquiries.
• Conduct staff training on compliance and risk matters.
• Investigate potential compliance breaches and misconduct.
• Review contracts and third-party agreements for compliance and risk.
• Support development of risk management frameworks.
• Stay informed on evolving regulatory landscapes and advise accordingly.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of compliance programs.

Kenntnisse

Legal experience

Compliance knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

AML/KYC/POPIA

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Hybrid work adaptability

Time management

Office attendance in Pretoria

Ausbildung

Admitted Attorney/Advocate in SA

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a prominent financial services institution operating from **Pretoria**, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Legal Advisor to focus on Compliance and Risk Management. This hybrid role requires a balance of on-site engagement in our **Pretoria** headquarters for collaborative sessions and remote flexibility for focused work. You will be responsible for advising the business on regulatory compliance, risk mitigation strategies, and the development of robust internal controls. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of financial services regulations, anti-money laundering (AML), know-your-customer (KYC) requirements, and data privacy laws. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional looking to make a significant impact in a critical area of a leading financial entity. You will work closely with compliance officers, business units, and senior management to ensure adherence to legal and ethical standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal guidance on compliance with relevant financial services regulations, including but not limited to, FAIS, FICA, POPIA, and AML/CFT frameworks.
• Develop, implement, and review compliance policies and procedures to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Assess and advise on legal and regulatory risks associated with new products, services, and business initiatives.
• Assist in the management of regulatory examinations and inquiries, liaising with regulatory bodies as necessary.
• Conduct legal training for staff on compliance and risk-related matters.
• Investigate and advise on potential compliance breaches and misconduct.
• Review and advise on contracts and third-party agreements from a compliance and risk perspective.
• Support the development and implementation of robust risk management frameworks.
• Stay informed about evolving regulatory landscapes and proactively advise the business on potential impacts.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of the company's compliance and risk management programs.

Requirements

• Admitted as an Attorney or Advocate in **South Africa**.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant legal experience, with a strong focus on compliance, risk management, or financial regulatory law, preferably within the financial services sector.
• In-depth knowledge of South African financial services legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with AML/CFT, KYC, and data privacy regulations (e.g., POPIA) is essential.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to non-legal audiences.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment, demonstrating self-discipline and time management skills.
• Experience in risk assessment and mitigation strategies.
• Detail-oriented with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing potential issues.
• Must be able to attend the office in **Pretoria** as required by the hybrid model.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a challenging and rewarding field.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Exposure to a broad range of legal and compliance issues within the financial sector.
• Supportive team environment.
• Contribution towards retirement and medical aid.
• Wellness programs and employee assistance services.