Remote Senior Compliance Officer

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Senior Compliance Officer to drive regulatory excellence in a fully remote role. You will design and oversee compliance programs, interpret South African regulations, and guide internal teams with strategic risk management.

You will partner with senior management to implement robust controls, conduct risk assessments, and lead regulatory reporting while advancing the organization's integrity and governance standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Law, Finance, Compliance or related field required.
• 7+ years in a senior compliance role within financial services or similar.
• Expert knowledge of South African financial regulations and compliance frameworks.
• Strong analytical, communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee enterprise-wide compliance programs.
• Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities.
• Apply FICA, POPIA, AML, KYC requirements to business practices.
• Advise senior management on compliance best practices and risks.
• Manage regulatory reporting and liaise with regulators.
• Lead investigations and recommend corrective actions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Law, Finance, Compliance

7+ years experience in senior compliance role (financial services)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Compliance Officer for a fully remote position, supporting their operations. This role is paramount in ensuring the organization uphms standards and navigates the complex regulatory landscape of the financial services industry. You will lead compliance initiatives, develop robust policies, and provide expert guidance to internal teams. This is an exceptional opportunity to drive compliance excellence from anywhere, working with a forward-thinking company that values integrity and professional expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee comprehensive compliance programs across the organization.
• Conduct in-depth risk assessments and audits to identify and mitigate potential compliance vulnerabilities.
• Interpret and apply complex regulatory requirements (e.g., FICA, POPIA, AML, KYC) to business practices.
• Advise senior management and business units on compliance best practices and emerging risks.
• Manage regulatory reporting and act as a key liaison with financial regulatory bodies.
• Lead investigations into alleged compliance violations and recommend corrective actions.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Law, Finance, Compliance, or a related field.
• Significant experience (7+ years) in a senior compliance role within the financial services sector.
• Expert knowledge of South African financial regulations and compliance frameworks.
• Proven ability to develop and implement effective compliance strategies.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and leadership skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• The flexibility of a fully remote work environment, offering excellent work-life balance.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
• Exposure to high-level strategic decision-making regarding compliance.
• Work with a dynamic and globally recognized financial services provider.