Settlement Operations Lead - Investor Services

Absa Group; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Absa Group in Sandton seeks a Settlements Manager for Investor Services. You will own the end-to-end custody settlements process, ensuring accuracy, regulatory compliance and timely delivery. Lead transaction authorization, monitor controls and drive process improvements across the team.

Ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Business/Commerce/Management Studies and at least 5 years in custody operations with strong knowledge of settlements and risk controls. Apply by 28 Oct 2026.

Qualifications

• A relevant diploma or NQF Level 6 is required.
• Minimum 5 years in custody operations with strong settlements knowledge.
• Solid understanding of SARB and Strate rules and risk controls.

Responsibilities

• Ensure end-to-end settlements are accurate, timely and compliant.
• Lead operational transactions, monitoring and incident resolution.
• Maintain governance, procedures and audit-ready records.
• Deliver reporting on performance, risks and KPIs.

Skills

Custody ops

Operational leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business/Commerce/Management Studies

Job description

Absa Group in Sandton seeks a Settlements Manager for Investor Services. You will own the end-to-end custody settlements process, ensuring accuracy, regulatory compliance and timely delivery. Lead transaction authorization, monitor controls and drive process improvements across the team.

Ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Business/Commerce/Management Studies and at least 5 years in custody operations with strong knowledge of settlements and risk controls. Apply by 28 Oct 2026.