Senior Compliance Leader — Hybrid, FAIS/AML Expert

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Life insurance

Annual bonus

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Compliance Officer to lead regulatory compliance, risk assessments, and implementation of AML/CTF programs within a financial services setting. You will drive policy development, training, and regulatory reporting across the business.

The role requires deep knowledge of FAIS, FICA, POPIA, and related laws, with a proactive approach to addressing compliance challenges and providing practical business solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Law or Finance with strong regulatory knowledge.
• Postgraduate qualification in compliance is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain comprehensive compliance policies and procedures aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular compliance risk assessments and internal audits to identify non-compliance.
• Monitor regulatory changes and update compliance frameworks accordingly.
• Investigate potential compliance breaches and perform root cause analysis.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs for staff.
• Advise business units on compliance matters and new product initiatives.
• Manage regulatory reporting requirements and liaise with regulators as needed.
• Oversee AML and CTF program implementation and effectiveness.
• Maintain records of compliance activities and prepare reports for management.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Internal audits

AML/CTF

Regulatory reporting

Policy development

Training delivery

Stakeholder advisory

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law/Finance

Postgraduate compliance qualification

Job description

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, seeks a Senior Compliance Officer to lead regulatory compliance, risk assessments, and implementation of AML/CTF programs within a financial services setting. You will drive policy development, training, and regulatory reporting across the business.

The role requires deep knowledge of FAIS, FICA, POPIA, and related laws, with a proactive approach to addressing compliance challenges and providing practical business solutions.