Senior Regulatory Specialist

NedBank; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 1 000 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Compliance Manager to support the Head of Compliance in managing regulatory risks. This role involves coordinating compliance functions, advising on governance, and ensuring the implementation of compliance strategies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in legal and regulatory compliance, with a strong focus on risk management and team development. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will help shape the future of compliance within the organization and drive shareholder value.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Legal/Regulatory/Compliance, 2 years at Management level.
• Advanced Diplomas or National 1st Degrees required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing the Compliance function and monitoring risks.
• Mentor staff and contribute to a culture of transformation.

Skills

Legal/Regulatory/Compliance experience

Change management

Client service management

Diversity management

Employee training/development

Financial Accounting Principles

Governance, Risk and Controls

Operations planning

Principles of project management

Strategic planning

Education

Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees

Post Graduate Diploma: Compliance

LLB

Job description

Requisition Details & Talent Acquisition Contact

REQ: 138309 - Michelle Thabethe

Location: Sandton

Job Family

Risk, Audit and Compliance

Career Stream

Regulatory Compliance

Leadership Pipeline

Manage Managers

Job Purpose

To assist the Head of Compliance with the coordination, facilitation, and management of the Compliance function for the Division through monitoring, reporting, and developing networks; providing advice to minimise regulatory, reputational, and compliance risk and endeavour to avert potential litigations/penalties and ultimately increase shareholder value for the bank.

Job Responsibilities

• Assist the Head of Compliance to set annual budget for Business Unit/Cluster compliance function.
• Assist managers within the Business Unit to monitor risks related to governance and compliance by providing guidance or offering expert advice to governance and compliance officers.
• Ensure transformational targets are met. Contribute to a culture of transformation by participating in Nedbank culture building initiatives, business strategy, and CSI.
• Participate in developing, implementing, and addressing issues raised in culture surveys to improve results.
• Manage performance of staff by implementing performance agreements and ensuring a clear vision.
• Mentor and coach staff on identified performance gaps.
• Motivate staff to perform and contribute to the success of the business by creating an environment of teamwork through engaging with staff (sharing information) and encouraging participation in decision-making processes.

Essential Qualifications - NQF Level

• Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees

Preferred Qualification

• Post Graduate Diploma: Compliance, Advanced Diplomas/National 1st Degrees
• LLB

Preferred Certifications

• Compliance Institute of South Africa (CISA) - preferred, not essential

Minimum Experience Level

• 5 years Legal/Regulatory/Compliance experience of which 2 years at Management level
• SME on Banks Act

Technical / Professional Knowledge

• Change management
• Client service management
• Diversity management
• Employee training/development
• Financial Accounting Principles
• Governance, Risk and Controls
• Operations planning
• Principles of project management
• Relevant regulatory knowledge
• Strategic planning

Behavioural Competencies

• Decision Making
• Work Standards
• Applied Learning
• Communication
• Adaptability
• Driving for results