Legal Officer - Compliance

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Hybrid work

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks a diligent Legal Officer focused on Compliance to ensure adherence to South African laws across the business. You will develop, implement, and monitor compliance programs, conducting risk assessments and advising staff on regulatory matters.

The role offers a hybrid work arrangement, opportunities for professional development, and a supportive team environment focused on ethical conduct and legal integrity within the Paarl community.

Qualifications

• Law degree or relevant qualification in law or compliance.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a legal or compliance role.
• Solid understanding of South African corporate law and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for training and advising staff.
• Experience working in a hybrid capacity is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage effective compliance programs and policies.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to identify potential compliance gaps.
• Monitor changes in relevant legislation and regulations and advise on necessary adjustments.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on compliance matters and ethical conduct.
• Investigate reported compliance issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of compliance activities and prepare regular reports for management.

Skills

Legal compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Risk assessment

Policy development

Training staff

Analytical thinking

Education

Law degree (LLB/JD)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a diligent and organized Legal Officer with a focus on Compliance to join their team in Paarl . This role is essential for maintaining the company's adherence to all legal and regulatory requirements across its operations. You will be responsible for developing, implementing, and monitoring compliance programs, conducting risk assessments, and providing guidance to staff on regulatory matters. Working within the beautiful Paarl valley, you will contribute to fostering a culture of ethical conduct and legal integrity, ensuring the company operates smoothly and responsibly within its industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage effective compliance programs and policies.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to identify potential compliance gaps.
• Monitor changes in relevant legislation and regulations and advise on necessary adjustments.
• Provide training and guidance to employees on compliance matters and ethical conduct.
• Investigate reported compliance issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Maintain accurate records of compliance activities and prepare regular reports for management.

Requirements

• Law degree or relevant qualification in law or compliance.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a legal or compliance role.
• Solid understanding of South African corporate law and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for training and advising staff.
• Experience working in a hybrid capacity and familiarity with the Paarl business community are advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-related incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications in compliance.
• A supportive team environment focused on ethical business practices.
• Enjoy working in the scenic and vibrant region of Paarl .