Senior Compliance Lead, Financial Services - Soweto

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 850,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Compliance Officer for its client in Soweto, Gauteng. The role focuses on designing, implementing and monitoring regulatory compliance programs within a financial services group heavily involved in insurance products.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of FICA, POPIA and FAIS Act, strong analytical skills and a proactive risk-management approach. Based in Soweto, this position offers growth within a stable organization.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of South African financial services regulation (FICA, POPIA, FAIS Act).
• Ability to develop and implement compliance programs and conduct internal audits.
• Strong analytical, risk assessment, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and monitor compliance policies, procedures, and controls across the organization.
• Monitor adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards including FICA, POPIA, and FAIS.
• Conduct internal compliance audits and risk assessments to identify non-compliance areas.
• Provide guidance to business units on regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Assist in regulatory reporting to authorities (e.g., FSCA).
• Manage compliance queries from internal stakeholders and resolve issues.
• Deliver compliance training programs to employees at all levels.
• Stay updated on legislative changes affecting financial services and insurance sectors.
• Investigate breaches and recommend remediation actions.
• Liaise with regulators and auditors as required.

Skills

FICA knowledge

POPIA knowledge

FAIS Act knowledge

Analytical thinking

Regulatory reporting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, Commerce, Finance, or related field

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Compliance Officer for its client in Soweto, Gauteng. The role focuses on designing, implementing and monitoring regulatory compliance programs within a financial services group heavily involved in insurance products.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of FICA, POPIA and FAIS Act, strong analytical skills and a proactive risk-management approach. Based in Soweto, this position offers growth within a stable organization.