Senior Data Integrity Controller

Kastelo; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in data integrity is looking for a detail-oriented individual to lead its Data Integrity Control team. You will ensure compliance, support client onboarding processes, and drive internal risk policy standards. The role requires strong management skills and a deep understanding of AML and KYC regulations.

Qualifications

• Experience in compliance, operations, or financial crime (2+ years preferred).
• Understanding of AML regulations and KYC requirements.
• Experience in managing teams and creating high-performance cultures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Data Integrity Control team and support daily operations.
• Oversee client onboarding processes and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Conduct employee training and facilitate skills development.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Team Management

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Management

Job description

We are looking for a diligent and detail-oriented individual to oversee and support our Data Integrity Control team. This role combines operational oversight with strategic compliance responsibilities.You'll be responsible for ensuring data integrity, client onboarding (specifically within a KYC capacity), and document control, while also taking the lead in driving our internal risk policy and onboarding standards.

Key Responsibilities

Team Support

• Lead and support a high-performing Data Integrity Controller team, ensuring clarity of roles, consistency of standards, and accountability in daily operations.
• Design and drive team development initiatives, including individual growth plans and structured feedback cycles.
• Facilitate employee onboarding, cross-training, and skills development across the team, with a particular focus on the organisation’s Risk Management and Compliance Programme (RMCP) processes and policies.
• Deliver regular team training to ensure consistent understanding and application of compliance procedures, data standards, and documentation protocols.
• Set and monitor clear performance goals, quality metrics, and productivity targets aligned with business and compliance objectives.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide coaching to support continuous improvement and staff engagement.
• Champion a culture of accountability, collaboration, and integrity.

Core Functional Oversight

• Oversee client onboarding processes, ensuring accurate client verification (KYC) and alignment with internal and regulatory standards.
• Monitor data quality control and lead resolution of any discrepancies or issues.
• Ensure efficient and compliant maintenance of client records and personal data across platforms.
• Supervise accurate and secure account creation and system access setup.
• Review and guide the team on data compilation, reconciliation, and analysis with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.

Required Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in a compliance, operations, or financial crime role, with at least 2 years in a similar position, is advantageous.
• Adequate understanding of AML regulations, client due diligence (CDD), and KYC requirements.
• Knowledge and/or previous experience in risk and compliance management is advantageous.
• Experience managing teams, coaching individuals, and creating a culture of high performance and continuous learning.
• Excellent attention to detail, data accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Strong communication skills, especially in compliance, training, and regulatory contexts.
• Tech-savvy with comfort in working across multiple internal systems and platforms.