Senior Compliance and AML Officer - Remote SA

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Generous leave

Professional growth opportunities

Retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Legal Officer for a fintech client. The role is remote from anywhere in South Africa, focusing on compliance and risk management, AML/CTF, POPIA/PAIA, and data privacy.

You will develop and oversee the company’s compliance framework and engage with regulators and internal teams. You must be admitted as an attorney or a qualified compliance professional with 7+ years' experience in financial services or fintech, and be capable of working independently in a remote

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney or qualified compliance professional with 7+ years in legal/compliance.
• Deep knowledge of SA financial regulations, AML/CTF, POPIA and PAIA.
• Experience developing and implementing compliance programs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain the company’s compliance program across SA regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and identify compliance gaps.
• Deliver staff training on compliance policies and procedures.
• Monitor regulatory changes and update policies accordingly.
• Investigate breaches and recommend corrective actions.
• Manage relationships with regulators and respond to inquiries.
• Oversee AML/CTF efforts and data privacy measures.
• Advise senior management on legal/compliance risks of new products.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

AML/CTF

Data privacy

Remote work

Governance

Education

Admitted Attorney

Compliance professional certification

Tools

Compliance software

Virtual collaboration tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Legal Officer for a fintech client. The role is remote from anywhere in South Africa, focusing on compliance and risk management, AML/CTF, POPIA/PAIA, and data privacy.

You will develop and oversee the company’s compliance framework and engage with regulators and internal teams. You must be admitted as an attorney or a qualified compliance professional with 7+ years' experience in financial services or fintech, and be capable of working independently in a remote