Senior Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Morae Global; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading compliance firm is seeking a Senior Regulatory Compliance Specialist for a contract position. The role involves managing inquiries, conducting investigations, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to uphold regulatory excellence. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in compliance roles and strong analytical and communication skills. This position is fully remote with a contract length of 3-6 months, offering competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in legal, compliance, or investigative roles required.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance management practices.
• Experience conducting investigations and managing sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Manage inquiries and complaints related to legal and compliance matters.
• Conduct investigations of reported concerns with evidence collection.
• Develop and maintain compliance policies and procedures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Collaboration skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Business, or related field

Professional certification (e.g., Paralegal Certification)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Compliance tracking systems

Job description

Senior Regulatory Compliance Specialist (Contract)

Remote

Morae Global Corporation seeks to find the best and the brightest people – those who understand what it takes to deliver top-quality solutions for our clients.

The Senior Regulatory Compliance Specialist – Legal and Compliance plays a critical role in upholding the organization’s commitment to integrity, accountability, and regulatory excellence. This position is responsible for managing and resolving inquiries, complaints, and investigations related to compliance and legal matters, including market conduct examinations.

The Senior Specialist will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and thorough resolution of issues while identifying trends, recommending process improvements, and enhancing policies and procedures. The role requires strong analytical abilities, sound judgment, and exceptional communication skills to foster a culture of transparency and ethical conduct across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Inquiry & Complaint Management

• Receive, document, and evaluate incoming inquiries and complaints related to legal and compliance matters.
• Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant responses in accordance with internal protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain detailed and organized records for tracking, reporting, and audit purposes.

Investigation & Resolution

• Conduct thorough investigations of reported concerns, including evidence collection, fact-finding, and interviews.
• Collaborate with Legal, Claims, Underwriting, and other departments to determine appropriate resolutions.
• Draft clear and comprehensive investigation summaries, reports, and recommendations for corrective actions or policy updates.
• Uphold confidentiality and ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal standards.

Compliance Monitoring & Reporting

• Identify patterns, trends, and emerging risks from inquiries and investigations.
• Assist in developing, refining, and maintaining compliance policies, procedures, and controls.
• Prepare reports, metrics, and presentations for leadership, regulatory agencies, and audit reviews.
• Support internal audits, regulatory examinations, and compliance assessments.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Legal, Claims, Underwriting, and other business units to ensure consistent handling of compliance issues.
• Provide expert guidance and support to business units on compliance-related matters.
• Participate in training, education, and awareness initiatives to promote a strong culture of compliance and ethics.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Legal Studies, Business, Public Administration, or a related field required.
• Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., Paralegal Certification, Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional) preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in legal, compliance, or investigative roles.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, compliance management practices, and corporate governance.
• Demonstrated experience conducting investigations and managing sensitive or confidential information.

Skills & Competencies:

• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• High ethical standards, professionalism, and discretion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and case management or compliance tracking systems.
• Strong collaboration skills and ability to work effectively across departments and functional areas.

Other Requirements:

• Infrequent travel may be required.

Contract Details

• Full-time: ~40 hours per week
• Contract length: 3-6 months minimum with potential for renewal
• Work setup: Remote; must be authorized to work in the U.S.

About Morae Global

Morae Global is a dynamic, high-growth organization that provides an integrated suite of solutions to corporate law departments and law firms, and partners with leading software and services providers, both within and outside the legal industry. We are a young company but are made up of seasoned professionals in the legal industry, with a focus on building productive long-term relationships with employees and clients in an environment where collaboration is encouraged, knowledge is shared freely, and diversity of thought, cultures, communities, and points of view is embraced. Our team has the vision to create an effective solution for any business problem and the experience to execute that vision. Our privacy policy can be found here https://www.morae.com/privacy-policy