Senior Retirement Fund Governance Lead

Recruit-It; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruit-It in Gauteng is seeking a senior governance professional with at least 5 years' experience in retirement or related financial services to drive fund governance and regulatory compliance. The role involves engaging with Trustees/Boards, interpreting the Pension Funds Act requirements, and translating legislation into practical business solutions.

You will advise senior management and the Board, ensuring adherence to statutory obligations and effective governance across the fund

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ relevant experience within retirement/pension/fund governance or related financial services.
• Experience in senior roles such as Principal Officer, Fund Secretary or governance/compliance.
• Strong understanding of retirement fund governance and regulatory requirements.
• Working knowledge of the Pension Funds Act and FSCA requirements.
• Experience engaging with Trustees/Boards, administrators and service providers.
• Ability to interpret legislation and translate into practical business requirements.
• Strong governance, risk management, analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Skills

Retirement fund governance

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder management

Communication

Independent decision-making

Analytical thinking

Education

BCom – Finance

Employee Benefits

Retirement Fund Management

Risk Management or Compliance

Related financial services qualification

Job description

Recruit-It in Gauteng is seeking a senior governance professional with at least 5 years' experience in retirement or related financial services to drive fund governance and regulatory compliance. The role involves engaging with Trustees/Boards, interpreting the Pension Funds Act requirements, and translating legislation into practical business solutions.

You will advise senior management and the Board, ensuring adherence to statutory obligations and effective governance across the fund