Senior Compliance & Risk Counsel – Hybrid Finance

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybride; ZAR 900 000 - 1 500 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive remuneration package

Hybrid work model

Exposure to regulatory challenges in金融

Professional development

Résumé du poste

Placements24 seeks a Senior Legal Officer for a leading financial services institution in Vereeniging, Gauteng. The role focuses on compliance and risk management, developing and overseeing programs to ensure adherence to regulations such as FICA and POPIA, with a hybrid work model balancing in-office sessions in Vereeniging and remote work.

The successful candidate will provide legal guidance, manage regulatory inquiries, and train staff, contributing to risk mitigation and regulatory standing

Qualifications

• Admitted Attorney or Advocate with a minimum of 7 years of relevant legal experience, with a significant focus on compliance and risk management in financial services.
• Deep understanding of South African financial services legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing compliance programs.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex regulations clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in managing regulatory investigations is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in legal research and compliance management software.
• Must be comfortable working in a hybrid model, requiring regular presence in Vereeniging, Gauteng office.

Responsabilités

• Develop and implement robust compliance frameworks and policies relevant to the financial services industry.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits to identify potential areas of non-compliance or legal exposure.
• Provide expert legal advice on regulatory requirements, including FICA, POPIA, and other relevant legislation.
• Oversee the company's response to regulatory inquiries and investigations.
• Manage and mitigate legal risks associated with the company's operations and product offerings.
• Stay abreast of changes in financial services regulations and advise stakeholders on necessary adjustments.
• Train staff on compliance procedures and legal obligations.
• Assist in the development and review of commercial contracts from a compliance perspective.
• Manage relationships with regulatory bodies and external legal counsel.

Description du poste

Placements24 seeks a Senior Legal Officer for a leading financial services institution in Vereeniging, Gauteng. The role focuses on compliance and risk management, developing and overseeing programs to ensure adherence to regulations such as FICA and POPIA, with a hybrid work model balancing in-office sessions in Vereeniging and remote work.

The successful candidate will provide legal guidance, manage regulatory inquiries, and train staff, contributing to risk mitigation and regulatory standing