Remote In-House Counsel - Compliance & Regulatory Affairs

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Performance-based bonuses

Medical aid and retirement benefits

Remote position with flexibility

Professional development and access to

industry conferences

Job summary

Placements24 invites an experienced In-House Counsel to lead regulatory compliance for a fast-growing technology firm based near Rustenburg, North West. This fully remote role requires strong SA corporate law knowledge and ability to craft robust compliance programs across functions.

You will monitor regulatory changes, advise on data privacy (POPIA), manage audits, and train staff to foster a culture of compliance while balancing the needs of a dynamic business.

Qualifications

• Qualified SA lawyer with LLB and admission to the High Court.
• 6+ years of relevant legal experience, preferably in-house or in a regulatory-focused environment.
• Strong ability to develop and implement compliance programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain compliance programs across the business.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess impact on operations.
• Provide legal advice on compliance to all departments.
• Lead internal investigations and coordinate regulatory audits.
• Draft and review policies and contractual clauses related to compliance.
• Manage relationships with regulators and external counsel.
• Promote a culture of compliance through training and awareness.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Corporate law

Legal research

Policy drafting

Stakeholder management

Education

LLB

Admitted Attorney

Tools

Legal research tools

Job description

Placements24 invites an experienced In-House Counsel to lead regulatory compliance for a fast-growing technology firm based near Rustenburg, North West. This fully remote role requires strong SA corporate law knowledge and ability to craft robust compliance programs across functions.

You will monitor regulatory changes, advise on data privacy (POPIA), manage audits, and train staff to foster a culture of compliance while balancing the needs of a dynamic business.