Remote Senior Compliance Officer - Financial Services

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid and retirement savings

Remote work flexibility

Professional development opportunities

Home office stipend

Performance reviews and salary reviews

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a senior Compliance Officer to join a fully remote legal and compliance team. You will develop, implement, and maintain robust compliance programs across FICA, FAIS, POPIA, and AML/KYC standards, guiding the business from a remote-first position.

You will monitor regulatory changes, lead risk assessments, oversee licensing obligations, and train staff. The ideal candidate has 6+ years in compliance, a relevant degree, CAMS certification, and strong remote

Qualifications

• 6+ years of compliance experience in financial services or fintech.
• Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Strong knowledge of FICA, FAIS, POPIA, and AML/KYC standards.
• Certified CAMS or equivalent qualifications are a strong advantage.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the company's compliance framework.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess impact on operations.
• Lead AML and KYC processes and controls.
• Manage FICA and FAIS license compliance obligations.
• Liaise with regulators and prepare regulatory reports.
• Deliver compliance training to employees.
• Investigate breaches and recommend corrective actions.
• Advise on compliance implications of new products.
• Maintain up-to-date compliance documentation.
• Must be comfortable working entirely remotely.

Skills

Regulatory risk assessment

AML/KYC

Remote collaboration

Compliance program governance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law / Finance / Business Administration

Tools

CAMS (certification)

Job description

About the Role Our client, a leading global financial technology firm, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Compliance Officer to join their fully remote legal and compliance team. This position is integral to ensuring the company operates in strict adherence to all relevant financial services regulations, including FICA, FAIS, POPIA, and international AML/KYC standards. As a remote-first professional, you will play a key role in developing, implementing, and maintaining robust compliance programs. You will work closely with various departments, including legal, risk, and operations, to embed a strong culture of compliance throughout the organization. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic and growing fintech company, working entirely remotely.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the company's compliance framework and policies.
• Monitor regulatory changes and assess their impact on the business operations.
• Conduct regular compliance risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Oversee Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) processes and controls.
• Manage the company's FICA and FAIS license compliance obligations.
• Handle regulatory reporting requirements and liaise with financial regulators.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs to employees.
• Investigate potential compliance breaches and recommend corrective actions.
• Advise business units on compliance implications of new products and services.
• Maintain and update compliance-related documentation and records.
• Must be comfortable and proficient working entirely remotely.

Requirements

• Relevant Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in compliance, preferably within the financial services or fintech industry.
• In-depth knowledge of South African financial services regulations (FICA, FAIS, POPIA) and international AML/KYC standards.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing compliance programs.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, essential for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently, manage priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Professional certifications such as CAMS or relevant legal qualifications are a strong advantage.
• Experience with regulatory reporting and dealing with financial authorities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and attractive bonus structure.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement savings plan.
• Flexible remote work schedule with ample autonomy.
• Generous professional development opportunities, including funding for certifications and courses.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge financial technology.
• Supportive and collaborative virtual team environment.
• Company-provided equipment and home office stipend.
• Significant opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Annual performance reviews and salary adjustments.
• Employee assistance program and wellness initiatives.