Paralegal & Compliance Officer

Danone; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Compliance Officer to uphold ethical standards and ensure regulatory compliance. In this pivotal role, you will manage compliance risks and promote a culture of integrity within a fast-paced environment. You will interact with various departments, making a significant impact on the company's operations. This position offers the opportunity to develop your career while working with some of the most recognized brands globally. If you thrive in complexity and are passionate about compliance, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Innovative work environment

Engagement with well-known brands

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, or Business Administration required.
• Professional compliance certification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with national and international laws and internal policies.
• Manage compliance and legal risks to safeguard the company's integrity.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Integrity and Ethical Standards

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law

Professional certification in compliance

Tools

Compliance management software

Job description

Short Intro and About the Job

The Compliance Officer will ensure that Danone South Africa operates in full compliance with all national and international laws and regulations, as well as internal policies and procedures. This role is critical in safeguarding the company's integrity and reputation by managing compliance and legal risks and promoting a culture of ethical business practices.

About You

Qualification(s)

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certification in compliance (e.g., Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP), Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM), or equivalent) is highly desirable.

Experience and Skills

• Proven experience as a Compliance Officer or in a similar role, preferably within the dairy or food industry.
• Strong knowledge of industry-specific regulations and standards.
• Experience in conducting compliance audits and risk assessments.
• Skills and Competencies:
• Excellent understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities.
• High level of integrity and ethical standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in using compliance management software and tools.

About Us, We offer and What's next

Do things your way, the way you work, the way you develop, the way you progress, it’s up to you.

Working here you will need to enjoy a fast pace, complexity and it can get a little challenging. But it’s packed with opportunities. You’ll work with some of the best-known brands in the world, such as Nutriday, Yogisip, Inkomazi, etc. We absolutely guarantee that you can just be yourself.

Be innovative and entrepreneurial and the impact you could make might just amaze you. Join our movement for a healthier world. One planet one health BY You. For more information about Danone, our divisions and culture, please explore careers.danone.com.

We offer:

A job which could easily turn into a career in Danone. We believe everyone is born with superpowers, something which comes natural to you. We know this uniqueness is something which brings both excellence as well as energy, so we believe in all Danoner’s potential and when we build careers based on these superpowers and when we develop everyone’s potential to the fullest, magic happens. This is how we like to see Talent Management in Danone.

This is a highly visible position within Danone; you will interact with Internal - Marketing, Sales Supply chain, SSD and External - Suppliers, CO-packers. Challenge, innovate, convince and find alignment when needed. This role has no direct reports.