118 Compliance Programs jobs in South Africa

A leading Development Finance Institution is seeking a Manager: Public Sector Policy  to lead policy research, analysis, and advocacy in support of the organisation’s mandate to transform and support South Africa’s agricultural sector. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to shaping national and sectoral policy while enabling access to finance for emerging and commercial farmers.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research and monitor public and sector policy trends affecting agriculture and development finance.

• Analyse the legislative and regulatory environment and advise on implications for the institution.

• Develop strategic policy positions and ensure alignment with national objectives (e.g., the NDP).

• Advocate for the organisation’s policy positions with relevant stakeholders and government departments.

• Drive thought leadership through academic and policy partnerships, and stakeholder engagement.

• Contribute to internal strategy through insight-led reporting and presentations to senior leadership.

• Identify policy opportunities for innovation and institutional responsiveness.

Minimum Requirements

• Postgraduate qualification in Public Policy, Development Studies, Economics, or a related field.

• 8–10 years’ experience in a policy research or strategy role, preferably in a development finance, public sector, or agricultural environment.

• Strong stakeholder engagement and lobbying experience.

• Deep understanding of public sector frameworks, government relations, and legislative processes.

Key Competencies

? Policy Research & Analysis
? Public Sector and Government Relations
? Strategic Thinking & Advocacy
? Report Writing & Presentations
? Thought Leadership
? Stakeholder Engagement
? Agricultural or Development Finance Sector Knowledge

Be part of a mission-driven organisation influencing sustainable agriculture, economic inclusion, and national development goals. Lead meaningful policy conversations, shape the future of the sector, and engage with top-level decision-makers.

Job title : Senior Analyst, Legal Compliance

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

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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: SSC -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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Temp Legal & Compliance Practitioner Reference: SSC -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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Legal Compliance Advisor at Famous Brands

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Introduction

To identify, evaluate, manage, monitor, and report any compliance risks to the Head of Legal, BUs and S&E Working Group using the organization's regulatory compliance mechanisms as well as to assist the Legal dept in ensuring compliance by the organization with applicable laws and regulations by providing compliance services.

Duties & Responsibilities

Regulatory Compliance Management

• Ensure overall statutory compliance by the business (supply chain, manufacturing, logistics, finance, procurement, property & leasing)
• Ensure the effective implementation of the Legal and Regulatory Compliance Framework and assist management in all aspects of compliance activities.
• Ensure effective implementation of compliance monitoring plans, and conduct regular assessments to monitor levels of compliance by the business
• Keep abreast of all regulatory developments and changes that may potentially impact the organization and engaging with relevant stakeholders on a timely basis to ensure business readiness
• Ensure ongoing compliance risk management by advising business on all relevant legal compliance risks and ensure regular assessment of the effective implementation of risk mitigation steps
• Providing advice to business on compliance with all legislation in particular POPIA, FICA, CPA, & NCA
  
  

Reporting

• Prepare and draft legal compliance reports of all monitoring activities and attending to the distribution thereof and presenting at Social and Ethics Working Group on a quarterly basis
• Prepare quarterly legal and regulatory compliance reports to the Social and Ethics Committee
  
  

General Legal Advice, Management and Support

• Ensuring Statutory compliance in respect of the rest of the business portfolio (supply chain, manufacturing, logistics, finance, procurement, property & leasing) by vetting and advising on legal matters
• Assist in drafting legal opinions and reviewing and drafting agreements and policies
• Consulting with various business units in relation to legal compliance matters.
• Providing general legal advisory support to the business overall on various legal matters, including new projects and contract matters
  
  

Desired Experience & Qualification

Formal Education

• Minimum Bachelor's degree in law or LLB
  
  

Admission as an attorney

Experience

• A minimum of two years' post qualification experience in a corporate legal environment
• Experience in corporate and commercial work, contracts and contract management
• Experience in compliance or risk audits and reporting
  
  

Extensive Corporate statutory and regulatory knowledge

Seniority level

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type Full-time

Job function

• Job function Legal
• Industries Food and Beverage Services

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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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Executive Head of Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs

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SUMMARY:

A prestigious multinational company is seeking a hands-on, commercially minded, and versatile generalist to step into the role of Executive Head of Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs. This role requires a leader who can take charge of key legal, compliance, and public affairs functions, ensuring strategic alignment and risk management across the organisation.

Recruiter:

PlaceTalent

Job Ref:

JHB /CB

Date posted:

Tuesday, July 1, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

A prestigious multinational company is seeking a hands-on, commercially minded, and versatile generalist to step into the role of Executive Head of Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs. This role requires a leader who can take charge of key legal, compliance, and public affairs functions, ensuring strategic alignment and risk management across the organisation.

POSITION INFO:

Education:

• Relevant legal qualification (e.g., Bachelor of Laws)
• Completion of articles and board examinations
• Admitted as an attorney or advocate
• Ongoing legal training and updates from law firms and corporate lawyers’ associations
  
  

Skills/Experience required:

• 10+ years of relevant experience as a practicing legal counsel.
• At least 5 years in a senior role, leading a team of legal counsels.
• Understanding of the South African property sector and its legislation
• Awareness of commercial impacts on business operations
  
  

Job Description:

• Legal Leadership: Oversee company’s legal function, ensuring risk mitigation and alignment with business strategy.
• Contract Management: Negotiate, draft, review, and enforce contracts; manage the contract repository and approval processes.
• Dispute Resolution: Develop strategies to prevent and resolve legal disputes efficiently, guiding business units on solutions.
• Compliance & Governance: Ensure adherence to South African and international regulations (e.g., FCPA, OFAC), manage statutory requirements, and provide company secretarial support.
• Risk & Reporting: Oversee compliance reporting, governance, and REIT obligations while staying updated on legislative changes.
• HSEQ & Facilities: Manage health, safety, environmental, and quality (HSEQ) functions, including office management and regulatory compliance.
• Mergers & Acquisitions Support: Assist the Regional M&A team with due diligence and legal implementation of acquisitions.
• Stakeholder Management & Public Affairs: Manage external stakeholders, influence policies, communicate sustainability objectives, and implement public affairs strategies. Handle media relations and mitigate reputational risks.
• Financial Management: Manage the legal budget, oversee debt collection, and enforce contractual obligations.
• People Management: Inspire and lead the team, oversee recruitment and development, ensure performance management, promote a culture of learning, and drive staff engagement. Foster diversity, equity, and inclusion, and ensure fair recognition and reward.
  
  

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• Seniority level Executive

Employment type

• Employment type Full-time

Job function

• Job function Legal
• Industries Advertising Services

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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: Provide strategic legal counsel and guidance on medical malpractice and RAF claims. Manage and lead a team of lawyers, paralegals, and legal support staff. Represent the company in negotiations, mediations, and litigation proceedings. Stay abreast of legal developments and emerging trends in medical malpractice and RAF law. Develop and implement effective legal strategies to mitigate risk and protect the company's interests. Compliance and Risk Management: Develop, implement, and oversee a comprehensive compliance and risk management program. Identify, assess, and mitigate legal, operational, and financial risks across the organization. Ensure adherence to all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards. Conduct regular compliance audits and risk assessments. Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders across departments. Desired Experience & Qualification Your Qualifications: Legal Expertise: Admitted attorney with a minimum of 10 years of experience specializing in medical malpractice and/or RAF claims. Experience working for a multinational organization, in country division head. Proven track record of success in managing complex legal cases and achieving favorable outcomes. In-depth knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and legal precedents. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Leadership and Management: Demonstrated leadership qualities with the ability to motivate and inspire a team. Experience in managing and mentoring legal professionals. Excellent delegation and time management skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Compliance and Risk Management: Understanding of best practices in compliance and risk management. Experience in developing and implementing compliance programs. Strong analytical and risk assessment skills. We Offer Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunity to lead a dynamic and dedicated team. Work in a challenging and fast-paced environment. Make a significant impact on the success of our company. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Executive Head of Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs Join to apply for the Executive Head of Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs role at Executive Placements.com - The JOB Portal Executive Head of Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs Join to apply for the Executive Head of Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs role at Executive Placements.com - The JOB Portal Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. SUMMARY:A prestigious multinational company is seeking a hands-on, commercially minded, and versatile generalist to step into the role of Executive Head of Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs. This role requires a leader who can take charge of key legal, compliance, and public affairs functions, ensuring strategic alignment and risk management across the organisation. Recruiter:Place TalentJob Ref:JHB /CBDate posted:Tuesday, July 1, 2025Location:Johannesburg, South AfricaSUMMARY:A prestigious multinational company is seeking a hands-on, commercially minded, and versatile generalist to step into the role of Executive Head of Legal, Compliance, and Public Affairs. This role requires a leader who can take charge of key legal, compliance, and public affairs functions, ensuring strategic alignment and risk management across the organisation.POSITION INFO:Education:Relevant legal qualification (e.g., Bachelor of Laws) Completion of articles and board examinations Admitted as an attorney or advocate Ongoing legal training and updates from law firms and corporate lawyers’ associations Skills/Experience required:10+ years of relevant experience as a practicing legal counsel. At least 5 years in a senior role, leading a team of legal counsels. Understanding of the South African property sector and its legislation Awareness of commercial impacts on business operations Job Description:Legal Leadership: Oversee company’s legal function, ensuring risk mitigation and alignment with business strategy. Contract Management: Negotiate, draft, review, and enforce contracts; manage the contract repository and approval processes. Dispute Resolution: Develop strategies to prevent and resolve legal disputes efficiently, guiding business units on solutions. Compliance & Governance: Ensure adherence to South African and international regulations (e.g., FCPA, OFAC), manage statutory requirements, and provide company secretarial support. Risk & Reporting: Oversee compliance reporting, governance, and REIT obligations while staying updated on legislative changes. HSEQ & Facilities: Manage health, safety, environmental, and quality (HSEQ) functions, including office management and regulatory compliance. Mergers & Acquisitions Support: Assist the Regional M&A team with due diligence and legal implementation of acquisitions. Stakeholder Management & Public Affairs: Manage external stakeholders, influence policies, communicate sustainability objectives, and implement public affairs strategies. Handle media relations and mitigate reputational risks. Financial Management: Manage the legal budget, oversee debt collection, and enforce contractual obligations. People Management: Inspire and lead the team, oversee recruitment and development, ensure performance management, promote a culture of learning, and drive staff engagement. Foster diversity, equity, and inclusion, and ensure fair recognition and reward. Please apply directly, by clicking on the apply button or visit for more exciting opportunities.If you have not had any response in one week, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your CV will be kept on file for any further suitable positions.Seniority level Seniority level Executive Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Legal Industries Advertising Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Executive Placements.com - The JOB Portal by 2x Get notified about new Head of Legal Compliance jobs in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa . Executive Head: Group Public Policy & Regulatory Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 2 days ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 2 days ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 1 week ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 3 days ago Bryanston, Gauteng, South Africa 2 days ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 3 days ago Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa 6 days ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr