Property Compliance Officer

FROGG Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

FROGG Recruitment is looking for a compliance officer in Cape Town to ensure adherence to FICA/KYC regulations and manage compliance across property transactions. This role involves conducting risk assessments and collaborating with sales teams to meet documentation standards.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of compliance frameworks, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage high-risk cases effectively. Join us in driving compliance excellence!

Qualifications

• Experience in compliance and regulatory frameworks.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Review, validate and approve FICA/KYC packs prior to lodgement.
• Ensure full compliance across property transactions in line with the FIC Act.
• Conduct risk assessments and manage high-risk cases.

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Review, validate and approve FICA/KYC packs prior to lodgement.

• Ensure full compliance across property transactions in line with the FIC Act and internal policies.

• Conduct risk assessments, manage high‑risk cases and escalate where required.

• Perform sanctions/TFS screening and adverse‑media checks.

• Identify and verify beneficial ownership and complex ownership structures.

• Maintain accurate compliance registers, trackers and reporting logs.

• Track and manage FIC‑reportable transactions (including identification and handling of Section 29 matters where applicable).

• Ensure proper record‑keeping and an auditable trail for all compliance activities.

• Assist in preparing compliance summaries and reports for senior management and audits.

• Work closely with sales/agent teams to ensure documentation is complete and timelines are met.

• Proactively identify incomplete or non‑compliant submissions and resolve issues before escalation.

• Enforce internal submission standards and deadlines.

• Liaise with attorneys, conveyancers and external stakeholders to close compliance gaps.