Legal And Compliance Officer

Ananzi; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 25 000 - 45 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Compliance Administrator to support their Legal and Compliance department. This role is perfect for recent law graduates eager to dive into the world of compliance and regulatory frameworks. You will gain valuable insights while assisting with compliance reporting, risk management, and internal controls. This dynamic position offers a chance to work collaboratively in a team, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about compliance, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Recent graduate with a law degree and completed legal articles.
• Interest in compliance-related certifications is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support compliance tasks and regulatory reporting.
• Assist with investigations into compliance breaches.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Legal Research

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Law Degree (LLB)

Legal Articles Completion

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Hiring: Compliance Administrator

Location: Rosebank

Department: Legal and Compliance

Job Summary

This position is ideal for a recent graduate who has completed their articles or is a newly admitted attorney, with a strong interest in compliance.

The Compliance Administrator will support the team in ensuring that the company adheres to all regulatory requirements and internal policies. You will assist with various compliance tasks, regulatory reporting, and risk management efforts while gaining valuable exposure to compliance frameworks in a dynamic business environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Regulatory Compliance Support
2. Compliance Reporting and Documentation
3. Risk Management
4. Assist with investigations into potential compliance breaches, including gathering relevant documentation and preparing summaries of findings
5. Internal Controls and Audits
6. Training and Awareness
7. Legal and Compliance Administration

Skills and Qualifications

Education

• A Law degree (LLB or equivalent) is required
• Completion of legal articles or recent admission as an attorney
• Additional qualifications or interest in compliance-related certifications (e.g., CCEP) is a plus

Experience

• Recent legal or compliance-related experience
• Exposure to regulatory frameworks, compliance procedures, or legal research

Knowledge

• Basic understanding of compliance laws, regulations, and corporate governance practices
• Familiarity with legal risk management and regulatory reporting requirements is a plus

Skills

• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other office software

Personal Attributes

• Analytical: A strong ability to analyze and interpret legal and regulatory materials
• Proactive: Motivated to take initiative, learn, and improve compliance processes
• Collaborative: Enjoys working in a team environment and supporting the broader compliance function
• Ethical: High level of integrity and an understanding of the importance of compliance in a business setting

If you are passionate about compliance and eager to apply your legal knowledge in a compliance-focused role, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in compliance to J Ljbffr.