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Job title : Senior Analyst, Legal Compliance

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg Deadline : September 12, 2025 Quick Recommended Links

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Primary Responsibilities :

Support daily AML operational reviews of activity on the Mastercard Network by coordinating follow-up actions, monitoring case progress, and ensuring alignment with global and regional AML standards.

Track and monitor the status of unusual activity cases, escalations and follow-ups across the EEMEA region, maintaining visibility and driving timely completion of outstanding items.

Liaise daily with internal teams and stakeholders to gather inputs and ensure smooth execution of AML compliance processes.

Coordinate communications with customers related to AML / Sanctions documentation, clarifications and other required follow-ups, ensuring timely and professional responses.

Maintain and update internal trackers, dashboards and documentation to support program oversight, reporting requirements, and audit readiness; contribute to ongoing data quality checks and documentation accuracy in support of monitoring activities and compliance reviews.

Assist with the preparation of materials for internal governance processes, such as risk working groups, case reviews, and management reporting cycles.

Support the tracking and coordination of regulatory data requests, ensuring proper documentation, follow-up, and alignment with Mastercard policies.

Support in updating risk control platforms to reflect accurate statuses on cases, Customer changes and product updates

Support in coordinating global due diligence exercises and tracking ongoing remedial actions

Work system alerts driven by unusual activity, sanctions, PEPs, adverse media

Support in key data initiatives across AML and Compliance function, through system tuning; trend analytics; data integrity checks; reporting and tracking

Support in managing data requests from law enforcement and internal stakeholders

Support in providing input to periodic AML Program Risk Assessment

Support in establishing and maintaining AML Compliance Program tracking and metrics to identify trends and establish action items for program preservation and enhancements; provide regular reporting to Global VP and SVP AML, Sanctions, and Exports Control Officer

Support management reporting, presentations, and metrics processes

Education and Required Skills and qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree required, JD or advanced degree.

5-7 years of relevant experience in AML compliance, banking / financial operations or similar role within financial services or fintech.

Strong understanding of core AML concepts, regulatory obligations, and sanctions compliance frameworks (e.g., FATF, OFAC, EU AML directives).

Proven ability to manage task tracking, case coordination and follow-ups in a fast-paced and regulated environment.

Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Experience with suspicious activity monitoring program and case investigations.

Comfortable liaising across departments and working collaboratively with diverse internal stakeholders.

Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced matrix environment or as a team player and function effectively in a dynamic, fast paced environment while handling multiple projects and consistently meeting deadlines

Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to summarize updates and draft clear, professional responses.

Fluency in English required; additional EEMEA region language skills (Arabic, Turkish, etc.) are highly desirable.

High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism when handling sensitive information.

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Temp Legal & Compliance Practitioner

Reference: SSC000564-AK-1
A well-established public entity is seeking to appoint a Temp Legal & Compliance Practitioner.

Duties & Responsibilities

Qualifications and Experience:

• LLB degree.
• Minimum 5 years post-admission experience.
• Admission as an attorney or advocate of the High Court (admitted legal practitioner).
• Experience in drafting and vetting a variety of complex agreements.
• Advanced knowledge of SCM legislation, policies, and processes applicable in the public sector or entity.
• Positive attitude.
• Innovative thinking skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Knowledge of legal platforms.
• Compliance Management will be an added advantage.

Please note that if you have not received a response within 14 days of submitting your application, your application was unsuccessful.

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**Our Purpose**
_Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential._
**Title and Summary**
Senior Analyst, Legal Compliance
Senior Analyst, Legal Compliance
The Senior Analyst, AML/Sanctions Compliance plays a key supporting role within the EEMEA AML Compliance team, contributing to the effective coordination and execution of Mastercard's AML and Sanctions program. The role is responsible for monitoring the status of ongoing cases and reviews, ensuring timely follow-up on actions related to unusual activity, regional escalations, customer communications, and maintaining accurate statistics on trackers.
The Senior Analyst will assist in managing incoming and outgoing communications with customers, help track regulatory data requests, provide logistical and administrative support to the wider team whilst providing input and support on regional initiatives. The position requires a high level of organization, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively across multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced and regulated environment.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Support daily AML operational reviews of activity on the Mastercard Network by coordinating follow-up actions, monitoring case progress, and ensuring alignment with global and regional AML standards.
- Track and monitor the status of unusual activity cases, escalations and follow-ups across the EEMEA region, maintaining visibility and driving timely completion of outstanding items.
- Liaise daily with internal teams and stakeholders to gather inputs and ensure smooth execution of AML compliance processes.
- Coordinate communications with customers related to AML/Sanctions documentation, clarifications and other required follow-ups, ensuring timely and professional responses.
- Maintain and update internal trackers, dashboards and documentation to support program oversight, reporting requirements, and audit readiness; contribute to ongoing data quality checks and documentation accuracy in support of monitoring activities and compliance reviews.
- Assist with the preparation of materials for internal governance processes, such as risk working groups, case reviews, and management reporting cycles.
- Support the tracking and coordination of regulatory data requests, ensuring proper documentation, follow-up, and alignment with Mastercard policies.
- Support in updating risk control platforms to reflect accurate statuses on cases, Customer changes and product updates
- Support in coordinating global due diligence exercises and tracking ongoing remedial actions
- Work system alerts driven by unusual activity, sanctions, PEPs, adverse media
- Support in key data initiatives across AML and Compliance function, through system tuning; trend analytics; data integrity checks; reporting and tracking
- Support in managing data requests from law enforcement and internal stakeholders
- Support in providing input to periodic AML Program Risk Assessment
- Support in establishing and maintaining AML Compliance Program tracking and metrics to identify trends and establish action items for program preservation and enhancements; provide regular reporting to Global VP and SVP AML, Sanctions, and Exports Control Officer
- Support management reporting, presentations, and metrics processes
Education and Required Skills and qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required, JD or advanced degree.
- 5- 7 years of relevant experience in AML compliance, banking/financial operations or similar role within financial services or fintech.
- Strong understanding of core AML concepts, regulatory obligations, and sanctions compliance frameworks (e.g., FATF, OFAC, EU AML directives).
- Proven ability to manage task tracking, case coordination and follow-ups in a fast-paced and regulated environment.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with a strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Experience with suspicious activity monitoring program and case investigations.
- Comfortable liaising across departments and working collaboratively with diverse internal stakeholders.
- Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced matrix environment or as a team player and function effectively in a dynamic, fast paced environment while handling multiple projects and consistently meeting deadlines
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to summarize updates and draft clear, professional responses.
- Fluency in English required; additional EEMEA region language skills (Arabic, Turkish, etc.) are highly desirable.
- High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism when handling sensitive information.
List desirable or additional capabilities:
- Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills
- Knowledge of banking/financial operations, transaction processing and/or payments-related industry experience is a plus
- Experience working in or with high-risk jurisdictions, including exposure to complex cross-border compliance risks.
- ACAMs certification(s) preferred
**Corporate Security Responsibility**
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
+ Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
+ Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
+ Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
+ Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.

Our client is a rapidly growing South African company specializing in developing Fintech solutions for the property management industry.

They are committed to developing the most advanced end-to-end property management ecosystem.The industry they operate in is highly regulated and as their company is growing, their legal team inSomerset Westis looking for aLegal, Risk and Compliance Officerto join the team and ensure their organization operates within the compliance frameworks specific to their industry.You will develop and implement robust legal, risk management, and compliance strategies, ensuring the company's software solutions and business practices meet all regulatory requirements and mitigate associated risks.

This role requires an understanding of the relevant regulations, risk management principles, and compliance best practices within the prop-tech space.Key Responsibilities : Legal The drafting of basic service level agreements, commercial contractual arrangements, non-disclosure agreements, and other legal documents.

Coordination and liaison with outside legal counsel on complex legal matters, legal opinions, and agreements.

Risk Identify, define, and quantify risks in all business areas. Conduct regular audits and risk assessments of their software products and business processes to identify potential risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.

Create awareness and make recommendations on the mitigation and management of identified risks. Foster effective relationships with regulatory authorities and other relevant stakeholders to stay informed of industry developments and establish productive partnerships.

Compliance Ensure continued, proactive compliance and adherence to all regulatory authorities and stakeholder requirements from a compliance perspective.

Continuously monitor and report on the compliance status. Make recommendations and provide guidance to ensure adherence to regulations.

Investigate and address compliance-related incidents, breaches, or concerns and develop corrective action plans as necessary.

Requirements Bachelor's degree in Law, with certification in Risk Management, Compliance, or a related field.

A postgraduate degree would be an advantage.

Admitted attorney or advocate in South Africa with a valid practicing certificate.

Proven experience working in legal, risk management, and compliance roles.

Familiarity with risk management principles and methodologies.

Experience in developing and implementing compliance programs and policies.

Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and mitigate risks effectively.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with internal teams, external stakeholders, and regulatory authorities.

Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Professional certifications in risk management, compliance, or relevant fields within the banking industry would be an advantage.

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Compliance Officer • Cape Town, Western Cape

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R 2000 - R 23000 Monthly Basic Salary (Market related, Negotiable)

Our client based in Aeroton, Johannesburg, is seeking a Key Account Assistant to join their team.

Main Job Functions:

• Providing administrative support to the Key Accounts Manager(s)
• Set up for customer meetings
• Ordering & controlling of samples for shows and presentations
• General client administration duties
• Assist with queries of products not scanning in store
• Typing and distribution of minutes, general correspondence, deal sheets, allocations etc.
• Preparing of spreadsheets
• Set up of appointments for Key Accounts Departments
• Handling of general Key Accounts queries as requested
• Filing, faxing and e-mailing
• Action payment of expense claim forms
• Ordering of Stationery and Office requirements
• Organizing meals for presentations and meetings
• Sort and distributing of incoming and outgoing mail and overnight bags/boxes
• New store opening updating
• Updating and checking of customer report generators
• Maintain and update samples
• Taking messages and following up on queries
• Liaise with Advertising Company for customers advertised lines

Minimum Requirements:

• Have a minimum of two-years work experience.
• Must have tertiary qualification.
• Solid administration skills with advance Excel.
• Own reliable transport.
• Valid drivers’ license.

Attributes:

• Be presentable and have a pleasant but strong personality
• Have good verbal (English) and written communication skills
• Be able to work overtime when necessary
• Be prepared to go into the trade.
• High attention to detail
• Be able to handle pressure

Skills:

• Have good understanding of merchandising principles and standards
• Have good negotiation and people skills
• Have computer literacy (essential).
• Organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong administrative skills
• Excellent Excel skills

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Do you thrive in the dynamic world of legal risk management?

Are you a seasoned legal professional with a deep understanding of medical malpractice and road accident fund (RAF) claims? If you're a leader who can navigate complex legal landscapes and ensure organizational compliance, then we want to hear from you!

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Head of Legal, Compliance & Risk. In this critical role, you will lead our legal department, overseeing all legal and operational matters related to medical malpractice and RAF claims, while also establishing and maintaining a robust compliance and risk management framework for the organization.

Duties & Responsibilities

Your Responsibilities:

Legal Expertise:

1. Provide strategic legal counsel and guidance on medical malpractice and RAF claims.
2. Manage and lead a team of lawyers, paralegals, and legal support staff.
3. Represent the company in negotiations, mediations, and litigation proceedings.
4. Stay abreast of legal developments and emerging trends in medical malpractice and RAF law.
5. Develop and implement effective legal strategies to mitigate risk and protect the company's interests.

Compliance and Risk Management:

1. Develop, implement, and oversee a comprehensive compliance and risk management program.
2. Identify, assess, and mitigate legal, operational, and financial risks across the organization.
3. Ensure adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
4. Conduct regular compliance audits and risk assessments.
5. Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders across departments.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Your Qualifications:

Legal Expertise:

1. Admitted attorney with a minimum of 10 years of experience specializing in medical malpractice and/or RAF claims.
2. Experience working for a multinational organization, in country division head.
3. Proven track record of success in managing complex legal cases and achieving favorable outcomes.
4. In-depth knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and legal precedents.
5. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
6. Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Leadership and Management:

1. Demonstrated leadership qualities with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
2. Experience in managing and mentoring legal professionals.
3. Excellent delegation and time management skills.
4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Compliance and Risk Management:

1. Understanding of best practices in compliance and risk management.
2. Experience in developing and implementing compliance programs.
3. Strong analytical and risk assessment skills.

We Offer

1. Competitive salary and benefits package.
2. Opportunity to lead a dynamic and dedicated team.
3. Work in a challenging and fast-paced environment.
4. Make a significant impact on the success of our company.

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