Remote Compliance Counsel: Regulatory & Risk Expert

Placements24; Gauteng; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses based on performance

Remote work

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Legal Counsel specializing in compliance to shape global regulatory frameworks. The role offers autonomy to design programs across the organization and ensure adherence to South African and international laws, with emphasis on data protection and governance.

You will partner with internal teams, lead investigations, and guide risk management strategies while working fully remotely.

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney with extensive compliance/regulatory experience.
• Experience in data protection and corporate governance.
• Strong analytical and interpretive skills of laws.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage company-wide compliance programs.
• Monitor changes in laws and update policies.
• Conduct internal investigations and audits.
• Advise on data privacy, anti-bribery, sanctions.
• Train staff on compliance policies.
• Coordinate regulatory reporting with authorities.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Legal research

Stakeholder engagement

Remote collaboration

Education

Qualified Attorney (South Africa)

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Remote Legal Counsel specializing in compliance to shape global regulatory frameworks. The role offers autonomy to design programs across the organization and ensure adherence to South African and international laws, with emphasis on data protection and governance.

You will partner with internal teams, lead investigations, and guide risk management strategies while working fully remotely.