Senior Group Risk & Compliance Lead

Dixie Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a Group Risk & Compliance Manager in South Africa to oversee governance, compliance, and risk frameworks across multiple business units. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in a regulated environment, strong knowledge of relevant legislation, and will excel in stakeholder management. This senior role demands confidence, strategic problem-solving skills, and the ability to embed compliance practices throughout the organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in risk, compliance, or governance within a regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of the National Credit Act, POPIA, and SA regulatory requirements.
• Experience designing or improving risk and compliance systems at an organizational level.

Responsibilities

• Ensure group compliance with legal and regulatory obligations.
• Lead the Group’s risk-management framework and produce reports.
• Manage internal functions including Quality Assurance and audits.

Skills

Risk management

Compliance oversight

Legal documentation

Stakeholder management

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Degree in Law or Commerce

Additional studies in Risk or Compliance

Job description

A leading recruitment firm is looking for a Group Risk & Compliance Manager in South Africa to oversee governance, compliance, and risk frameworks across multiple business units. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in a regulated environment, strong knowledge of relevant legislation, and will excel in stakeholder management. This senior role demands confidence, strategic problem-solving skills, and the ability to embed compliance practices throughout the organization.