Senior Insurance Compliance Leader - Hybrid

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Medical aid and retirement fund

Generous leave and development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Insurance Compliance Officer for our Randburg office. This hybrid role focuses on developing, implementing, and monitoring compliance programs to ensure operations meet South Africa's regulatory requirements.

You will advise business units on FAIS, FICA, and POPIA, conduct audits, and drive training. The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in insurance compliance and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in compliance, preferably in insurance or financial services.
• In-depth knowledge of South African insurance legislation and regulatory frameworks (e.g., FAIS, FICA, POPIA).
• Strong analytical, risk assessment, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with ability to influence stakeholders.
• Experience developing and delivering compliance training.
• Ability to work independently and in a hybrid work setting.
• Professional compliance qualifications (e.g., CCEP, CRM) are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company's compliance framework and policies.
• Monitor regulatory changes impacting the insurance industry and assess their impact on the business.
• Conduct regular compliance audits and risk assessments across various departments.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to business units on regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Investigate potential compliance breaches and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and deliver compliance training programs for employees.
• Prepare compliance reports for senior management and regulatory authorities.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies and external auditors.
• Stay abreast of industry developments and emerging compliance risks.
• Manage the company's response to regulatory inquiries and examinations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Regulatory knowledge

Risk assessment

Training delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Insurance Compliance Officer for our Randburg office. This hybrid role focuses on developing, implementing, and monitoring compliance programs to ensure operations meet South Africa's regulatory requirements.

You will advise business units on FAIS, FICA, and POPIA, conduct audits, and drive training. The ideal candidate has 5–7 years in insurance compliance and strong analytical and communication skills.