Senior Compliance Officer — Hybrid, Growth & Impact

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Healthcare insurance

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a Senior Compliance Officer to drive regulatory compliance across a major financial services group. You will develop, implement, and monitor programs, perform risk assessments, and advise business units on regulatory requirements.

The role requires a law/finance/business background, 6+ years in financial services compliance, and strong knowledge of FAIS, FICA, and POPIA. A hybrid work model and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related field.
• Advanced degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., CCO, CRCM) are a significant advantage.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in compliance within the financial services sector.
• In-depth knowledge of FAIS, FICA, POPIA and compliance best practices.
• Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement robust compliance policies and procedures in line with current regulatory frameworks.
• Conduct regular compliance monitoring, risk assessments, and internal audits.
• Investigate potential compliance breaches and recommend corrective actions.
• Provide training and guidance to staff on compliance matters and regulatory changes.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and external auditors on compliance-related issues.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Internal audits

Training staff

Regulatory liaison

Policy development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law/Finance/Business

Advanced degree or certifications (CCO/CRCM)

Job description

Placements24 in Sandton seeks a Senior Compliance Officer to drive regulatory compliance across a major financial services group. You will develop, implement, and monitor programs, perform risk assessments, and advise business units on regulatory requirements.

The role requires a law/finance/business background, 6+ years in financial services compliance, and strong knowledge of FAIS, FICA, and POPIA. A hybrid work model and opportunities for professional development are offered.