Compliance Officer

Job Description

Are you an experienced Compliance Officer with FSCA Phase 1 approval and deep regulatory experience in FAIS, FICA, and POPIA within an FSP environment?
Our client, a leading financial services provider based in Johannesburg, is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Compliance Officer to join their Compliance Department. Reporting directly to the Human Resource Executive, this key role is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and continuously enhancing an effective regulatory compliance framework across the FSP. If you excel at providing independent compliance oversight, conducting risk-based monitoring, and translating regulatory requirements into practical business controls and fair customer outcomes, this is an outstanding career opportunity!

Requirements:
• Qualifications & Registration: Relevant tertiary degree in Law, Compliance, Risk Management, or Finance; FSCA Phase 1 Compliance Officer approval essential.
• Financial Services Experience: Minimum 3 to 5 years’ relevant regulatory compliance experience within the financial services industry (FSP environment preferred).
• Regulatory Framework Expertise: In-depth knowledge of FAIS, FICA, POPIA, LTIA, PPR, FATCA, and Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) conduct principles.
• Compliance Framework & Monitoring: Proven track record in executing risk-based Compliance Risk Management Plans (CRMPs), annual monitoring programs, and SOP conformance testing.
• Governance & Policy Implementation: Demonstrated capability in drafting, reviewing, and operationalising governance frameworks, delegation of authority, and compliance policies.
• Regulatory Reporting & Liaison: Experienced in preparing comprehensive compliance reports for management/EXCO, coordinating FSCA notifications, and maintaining key risk registers.
• KI & Rep Oversight: Proven ability to monitor Representative competence, maintain registers, oversee financial soundness, and consult with operational managers.
• Language & Communication: English first language proficiency essential, with excellent written, verbal, and regulatory training/presentation skills.
• Personal Attributes: Assertive, self-driven, highly analytical, meticulous under pressure, and committed to promoting an ethical, customer-focused compliance culture.

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, apply now! Applicants are welcome to send their updated CV to: finance.careers@make-move.co.za or you are welcome to call our specialist team on: 010 900 3871.
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Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within one week, please consider your application as unsuccessful