Regulatory Compliance Specialist — Risk & Training Lead

Sanlam; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanlam Life and Savings (SLS) is seeking a Compliance Officer to support the Compliance Manager in building and maintaining an effective compliance framework across the Sanlam Group Risk and Sanlam Corporate Investments units.

You will identify regulatory requirements, perform risk assessments, develop monitoring plans, and provide training and guidance to business areas. Strong communication, advisory and project involvement are essential for success.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of compliance experience in insurance/investment environments.
• LLB, BCom (Law) or relevant legal qualification.
• Applicable regulatory exams.
• Experience in providing compliance advice, monitoring activities and managing regulatory risk.
• CPrac designation would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing and maintaining the compliance framework and processes.
• Conduct compliance monitoring and risk assessments.
• Develop and maintain compliance monitoring plans and reports.
• Provide regulatory guidance and training to business areas.
• Engage with industry bodies and comment on regulatory developments.
• Involve in key regulatory projects to provide proactive guidance.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Decision making

Team collaboration

Negotiation skills

Education

LLB

BCom (Law)

Job description

Sanlam Life and Savings (SLS) is seeking a Compliance Officer to support the Compliance Manager in building and maintaining an effective compliance framework across the Sanlam Group Risk and Sanlam Corporate Investments units.

You will identify regulatory requirements, perform risk assessments, develop monitoring plans, and provide training and guidance to business areas. Strong communication, advisory and project involvement are essential for success.