Regulatory Compliance Lead, Financial Services

MANPOWER Group; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

MANPOWER Group in Gauteng seeks a Compliance Officer to develop and maintain an effective compliance management framework within the Financial Services sector. You will identify, assess, and mitigate regulatory risks and support governance structures with robust reporting.

The role requires a tertiary qualification in compliance or related field, 3–5 years' experience, and strong knowledge of FAIS, FICA, POPIA, and TCF. Excellent communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Compliance, Law, Risk Management, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years' compliance experience in Financial Services.
• Experience in compliance risk management, regulatory monitoring, and regulatory reporting.
• Knowledge of regulatory framework for Financial Services Providers (FAIS, FICA, POPIA, TCF).
• FSCA Phase 1 approval as Compliance Officer advantageous.
• Strong understanding of FAIS, FICA, POPIA, TCF and related requirements.
• Advanced reporting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain an effective compliance management framework.
• Conduct compliance monitoring, reviews, file sampling, and control testing.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate compliance and regulatory risks.
• Draft, review, and maintain compliance policies and procedures.
• Provide guidance and support on regulatory requirements and legislative changes.
• Manage compliance reporting and engage with governance structures.
• Deliver compliance training and awareness programmes across the business.
• Monitor adherence to applicable legislation, licence conditions, and internal policies.
• Maintain compliance registers, monitoring plans, and risk assessments.
• Support the business in creating practical controls that promote regulatory compliance and positive customer outcomes.

Skills

Compliance knowledge

Regulatory monitoring

Regulatory reporting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in Compliance, Law, Risk Management, Finance, or a related field

Job description

MANPOWER Group in Gauteng seeks a Compliance Officer to develop and maintain an effective compliance management framework within the Financial Services sector. You will identify, assess, and mitigate regulatory risks and support governance structures with robust reporting.

The role requires a tertiary qualification in compliance or related field, 3–5 years' experience, and strong knowledge of FAIS, FICA, POPIA, and TCF. Excellent communication skills are essential.