51 Regulatory Affairs Specialist jobs in South Africa

Job Summary

In this high profile role, the Regulatory Affairs Specialist I will be an integral part of an expanding regulatory affairs team that is responsible for maintaining and documenting our mission critical domestic and international regulatory filings and registrations. From coordinating with international regulatory team members on product changes to maintaining up-to-date information on domestic regulatory requirements, the incumbent will be a key person in making it happen. The incumbent's medical device regulatory expertise, organizational ability, and multi-tasking skills will be rewarded with opportunities for career growth and advancement in a company that makes a difference in people's lives.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Support the regulatory team managing international and domestic filings/registrations;


• Coordinate with international regulatory team members on product changes and regulatory notification / approval requirements;


• Assist in maintaining product list on Certificate of Foreign Government;


• Maintain up-to-date knowledge on international and domestic regulatory requirements;


• Generate and maintain product compliance checklists;


• Provide regulatory support to the OEM Deployment group;


• Work with QA and Engineering in generating risk analysis, FMEA, and FTA reports;


• Submit document change orders (DRO/agile) for approvals;


• As requested by supervisor, represent RA department in project meetings and provide regulatory guidance;


• Update RA responsible quality system procedures as required (SQP/SOP's);


• Performs other duties or special projects as assigned;
  
  
  
  • Computer Proficiency with MS Office (Word/Excel/Access/Outlook);
  
  

Minimum & Preferred Qualifications and Experience

Minimum Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;


• Excellent prioritizing, organizational, and interpersonal skills;


• Excellent documentation skills including record maintenance/tracking and understand document traceability;


• A detail-oriented individual with a "can do" attitude;


• Ability to work in a team environment as well as individually with minimal supervision;


• Ability to work in a fast-paced , Project Team environment, with multiple tasks/projects;

Preferred Qualifications

• Some previous work experience in a medical device Class II/ III environment;


• Experience in patient monitor systems, hospital-based products, software or electronic device products;
  
  
  
  • Knowledge of regulatory submission requirements for FDA Class II medical devices, and equivalent classification requirements for international submission;
  
  
  • Experience with FDA/GMP requirements for medical device;
  
  
  • Experience in Quality Systems, per ISO 13485;
  
  


• Experience with the UL/ETL certification process;
  
  
  
  • Experience interacting with regulatory bodies, such as the Notified Body;
  
  

Education

BA/BS Degree is required, preferably in life sciences, engineering or business

This position primarily works in an office environment. It requires frequent sitting, standing and walking. Daily use of a computer and other computing and digital devices is required. May stand for extended periods when facilitating meetings or walking in the facilities. Some local travel is necessary, so the ability to operate a motor vehicle and maintain a valid Driver's license is required.

The physical demands of the position described herein are essential functions of the job and employees must be able to successfully perform these tasks for extended periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made for those individuals with real or perceived disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job described.

Job Description

Make an impact with NTT DATA. Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible.

We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society.

Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it's a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

This role is primarily to support the development, implementation and monitoring of the Inc. Group Compliance program.

You will be working across jurisdictions and engage with global stakeholders.

You should have a passion for compliance and corporate ethics.

This role involves conducting research, monitoring compliance activities, and assisting in the development and implementation of regulatory compliance policies, procedures and processes.

This role is instrumental in assisting the company with adhering to regulatory requirements and industry standards, ensuring that it operates within the bounds of applicable laws and regulations while minimizing legal risks and promoting ethical conduct.

1. Stays updated on relevant global and/or regional laws, regulations, and industry standards that affect the IT sector and supports with analyzing and interpreting regulatory changes and assesses their impact on the organization.
2. Assists in monitoring the company's compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
3. Assists with the tracking of compliance initiatives, conducting compliance audits/risk assessments, and reviewing documentation.
4. Assists in the development, review, and updating of compliance policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure alignment with legal and regulatory requirements.
5. Contributes to the identification and assessment of potential compliance risks and vulnerabilities.
6. Assists in the development of mitigation plans associated with compliance risks and vulnerabilities.
7. Assists in the preparation of compliance reports and documentation for internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies and auditors.
8. Participates in the development and delivery of compliance training programs to educate employees on compliance standards, regulations, and best practices.
9. Maintains accurate records and documentation related to compliance activities and initiatives.
10. Assists in the development and management of incident response plans for compliance-related breaches or violations.

1. Familiarity with legal and regulatory frameworks relevant to the IT industry, including anti-bribery and corruption laws, data protection laws, export controls, and industry-specific regulations.
2. Analytical skills to interpret and apply legal and regulatory requirements.
3. Effective written and verbal communication skills to convey compliance information to team members and stakeholders.
4. Attention to detail to ensure accurate documentation and adherence to compliance standards.
5. Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
6. Aptitude for identifying compliance challenges and proposing potential solutions.
7. Possesses high ethical standards and integrity, with a commitment to promoting a culture of compliance and ethics.
8. Has data analysis skills to assist in compliance monitoring and reporting.
9. Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
10. Has organizational and time management skills, together with effective planning and problem-solving skills.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in law, business, compliance, or a related field. Relevant certifications in compliance.

1. Basic/moderate level of knowledge of relevant laws and regulations, including anti-bribery and corruption, data protection laws, antitrust regulations, export controls, and industry-specific regulations.
2. Moderate level of experience in compliance, legal, or regulatory roles within the IT industry or a related field.
3. Moderate level of experience with compliance auditing, reporting, and documentation.
4. Moderate level of experience working within a global matrixed organization, preferably within the IT services industry.

Hybrid Working

NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success.

We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future.

As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies.

Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity.

We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world.

NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo.

NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment.

We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category.

Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us.

Job Title: Compliance Specialist

Location: Gauteng, Johannesburg

Application Deadline: August 31, 2025

1. Embed the Compliance Manual and related tools within the business unit to ensure regulatory risks are identified, measured, and mitigated with appropriate controls.
2. Conduct testing and analysis of key controls and provide independent assessments of their adequacy and effectiveness to stakeholders.
3. Prepare and present compliance initiatives and reports at management and risk committees.
4. Provide compliance risk advice and solutions on new initiatives, projects, emerging risks, and operational challenges.
5. Perform compliance risk assessments on critical suppliers and vendors.
6. Establish good relationships with assurance partners such as Internal & External Audit to benefit the business unit.

• LLB degree and/or relevant compliance qualification or certification.
• Operational or compliance experience in facilities and/or hospitality industry is beneficial.
• Ability to handle challenges related to facilities (campus and residential properties) and hospitality management (catering).
• Excellent stakeholder relationship skills both within and outside the business unit.

• Opportunities to network and collaborate.
• A challenging work environment different from the banking industry.
• Opportunities for innovation in solving business challenges.

Application End Date: July 30, 2025

Overview:

Our client, an independent global asset manager is seeking a Compliance Specialist to join their team. The Compliance team provides advice and support to senior management and the business to help ensure that the activities of the company are at all times conducted within the spirit of all applicable rules and regulations. The Compliance team also conducts ongoing monitoring of business activities to identify, at an early stage, any deviations from procedures or any issues that may breach the letter or spirit of applicable rules and regulations. The global team consists of 37 persons based in London, Cape Town, Guernsey, Luxembourg, New York, Hong Kong and Singapore. The team is diverse and management encourages cross regional participation and collaboration.

Responsibilities:

• Regulatory Compliance Advisory (FAIS, CISCA and Related Frameworks)
  • Provide subject matter expertise on regulatory requirements arising from the FAIS Act, CISCA, FICA, Regulation 28 and applicable Board Notices and subordinate legislation
  • Assess and interpret proposed or amended regulation, participate in industry working groups, and provide detailed feedback on business impacts
  • Support new product and business change initiatives by evaluating compliance requirements across FSP categories I, II and III and CIS Management Companies
  • Provide guidance on internal controls, policies and procedures that reflect regulatory expectations and practical implementation

• Compliance Monitoring, Risk Management and Automation
  • Provide subject matter expertise and oversight support to the Compliance Monitoring Team and relevant SMEs in the development and maintenance of Compliance Risk Management Plans (CRMPs) and Compliance Monitoring Plans (CMPs)
  • Ensure the adequacy, accuracy and regulatory alignment of CRMPs and CMPs through expert input and cross-review, particularly in areas relating to FAIS, CISCA and investment compliance risks
  • Collaborate with the Monitoring Team to analyse and interpret breach trends and risk themes emerging from monitoring activities, providing regulatory context and escalation where required
  • Champion opportunities for improved compliance monitoring through automation, system enhancements and process refinement

• Internal Reporting, Governance and Integration Projects
  • Prepare high-quality reports for governance forums including Boards
  • Monitor developments impacting licensed entities and ensure reporting frameworks meet all regulatory reporting obligations
  • Support regulatory inspections and internal/external audit engagements

• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Engage effectively with Legal, Investment, Product, Risk and Operations Teams, offering practical guidance on complex regulatory queries
  • Maintain relationships with external stakeholders including Industry Bodies and Regulators
  • Represent Compliance in internal working groups and external industry forums, ensuring alignment with regulatory direction and industry best practice

Requirements:

• Bachelors in law, Business, or a related field
• Regulatory Certifications: RE1, RE3 and RE4
• CPrac (SA) designation or equivalent preferred
• 8-10 years’ experience in financial services compliance with a strong focus on asset management
• Demonstrable experience advising on and implementing compliance frameworks under FAIS, CISCA, FICA and related laws
• Proven background in implementing monitoring frameworks and supporting regulatory engagement
• Advanced analytical, reporting and legislative interpretation skills
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities, including report drafting for executive audiences
• Familiarity with compliance system implementation and data driven compliance reporting
• Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships and support business delivery through sound compliance advice

Skills and Attributes:

• The ability to ‘approach and own’ and continuously look for opportunities to develop
• Driven by results
• Intellectual curiosity
• High conviction and be comfortable sharing opinions
• Ability to analyse, interpret and assimilate information

At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare access and equity for all. You’ll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation in a more connected, compassionate world.

Responsibilities may include the following and other duties may be assigned:

• Implement and manage development, implementation, administration of compliance policies, procedures, and practices to ensure alignment with legal and ethical standards of the organization
• Drive employee communication and training programs to support the elements of the companywide compliance program
• Maintain current knowledge of laws for financial, advertising and marketing reporting, regulations, and industry guidance that impact the company's compliance program. Understand and collaborate on a wide range of competing business priorities, market challenges, and tailor risk-based compliance solutions accordingly
• Foster strategic partnerships with multiple key internal and external high-level stakeholders, including executive leadership, to ensure local and regional compliance program deliverables are met. Demonstrate ability to identify key risks and the related controls with operating unit processes and design control test steps to address key risks
• Create and manage effective action plans in response to audit discoveries and compliance violations. Support global Compliance Audit & Monitoring Team, including project management, test design, testing and key control identification
• Participate in creation of periodic metrics, dashboards, and reporting of monitoring results as needed
• Implement and manage development of channel compliance program in the territory based on global channel compliance program, ensure transparency requirements are met.

Required Knowledge and Experience:

• 5 years of experience in compliance
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects or tasks simultaneously
• Good communication skills and proactive attitude towards stakeholders
• Fluent in English and one European language
• High analytical skills
• Good knowledge of legal requirements and procedures.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

We lead global healthcare technology and boldly attack the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions.
Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people.
We are engineers at heart— putting ambitious ideas to work to generate real solutions for real people. From the R&D lab, to the factory floor, to the conference room, every one of us experiments, creates, builds, improves and solves. We have the talent, diverse perspectives, and guts to engineer the extraordinary.

Learn more about our business, mission, and our commitment to diversity here

Ozow is a leading fintech company that's redefining digital payments in South Africa and beyond. We're dedicated to making payments more accessible, secure, and convenient for both businesses and consumers. As a fast-growing player in the financial technology sector, Ozow fosters a culture of innovation, diversity, and inclusivity. We believe in pushing the boundaries of what's possible and are committed to making a positive impact on the world through our payment solutions.

More about this Ozow fantastic position

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Merchant Compliance Specialist to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will ensure that our merchant partners comply with all relevant regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry standards. This role is critical in maintaining trust, mitigating risks, and fostering a culture of compliance within our organization.

You are an ideal candidate if you have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in compliance, risk management, or a similar role within the fintech or financial services industry.
• Strong knowledge of South African regulatory requirements (e.g., FICA, POPIA) and international standards.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Exhibits a discerning approach to evaluating information and making decisions, ensuring accuracy, quality, and relevance in their work.
• Proficiency in compliance monitoring tools and software is a plus.

Your role and responsibilities:

• Facilitate the onboarding process for new merchants, ensuring all required documentation is submitted and verified in line with regulatory and company standards.
• Conduct thorough research and due diligence on prospective and existing merchants, including verifying business legitimacy and assessing associated risks.
• Analyse corporate structures and ownership details to ensure transparency and compliance.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of merchants’ operational processes and business models to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Collaborate with merchants' post-integration to ensure smooth operations and adherence to compliance requirements.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging issues, and risks that could impact merchant compliance.
• Identify and proactively address potential risks by recommending adjustments to policies or practices.
• Utilize and manage compliance monitoring tools to track merchant activities and detect potential compliance violations.
• Ensure merchants comply with financial services regulations, including corporate and individual Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements.
• Evaluate merchants’ compliance with relevant financial and regulatory requirements, conducting periodic reviews to mitigate risks.
• Partner with internal teams (e.g., legal, risk, and operations) to implement robust compliance procedures.
• Act as an intermediary between merchants and the company to resolve compliance-related issues efficiently.
• Generate reports summarising compliance performance and recommend improvements.

Your skills and competencies:

• Communication: You speak and write clearly and articulately without being overly verbose or talkative. You know when and how much information to communicate. You maintain this standard in all forms of written communication.
• Data-driven: You have experience utilising data from across the business to drive insights and better decision making.
• Flexibility/adaptability: You adjust quickly to changing priorities and conditions. You cope effectively with complexity and change.
• Follow-through on commitments: You live up to verbal and written agreements, regardless of personal cost. You focus on key priorities.
• High standards: You expect personal performance and team performance to be nothing short of the best.
• Innovation: You generate new and innovative approaches to problems.
• Problem solving: You are able to solve problems by analysing situations and applying critical thinking in order to resolve problems. You are able to decide on courses of action and implement the solutions developed in order to overcome problems and constraints.
• Teamwork: You reach out to peers and cooperate with supervisors to establish an overall collaborative working relationship.

During the interview process you will meet with the People team, the hiring manager, and relevant C-Suite. Be prepared to complete a technical assessment that will showcase your skills.

In office perks:

• Healthy breakfast, lunches and snacks.
• Monthly team connects.

Perks for South African based employees:

• Medical aid subsidy (permanent staff).
• Group Risk Insurance (permanent staff).
• Generous paid annual leave.
• Learning and Development opportunities.
• Quarterly team building.
• Community initiatives.
• Employee gifting.
• Access to cutting edge technology.

Our Employee Value Proposition:

Join Ozow and become part of an elite force that challenges the ordinary and achieves the extraordinary. If you're driven to make an impact, embrace challenges, and seek unparalleled opportunities for growth, your journey starts here.

Compliance:

As a fintech company, we prioritize data security and compliance. Due to the sensitive nature of our work, we require individuals with a high level of integrity and trustworthiness to ensure adherence to financial regulations and industry standards.

Ready to be exceptional? Apply now!

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REQ 138402 - Michelle Thabethe

Location: Sandton

Job Family

Risk, Audit and Compliance

Career Stream

Regulatory Compliance

Leadership Pipeline

Manage Self: Professional

Job Purpose

• To consult, advise and report to the Group regarding relevant domestic and international legislation; compliance and governance to ensure adherence to relevant codes; regulations and rules thereby minimising risk to and protecting the reputation of Nedbank.
  
  

• Advise business on best practice for regulatory compliance by ensuring the business is educated on the regulatory landscape and by creating awareness around compliance implication of daily duties.
• Understanding, positioning and articulating for legislative change.
• Support the central function by assisting in developing of policies, procedures, frameworks and tools with specific focus on relevant risk legislation, for the benefit of the larger organisation.
• Define governance frameworks and ensure good governance practice.
• Advise and support the Group to ensure regulatory compliance standards are met and risks are mitigated.
• Identify, define and agree on the regulatory universe applicable for each relevant Business Unit, mitigating risks.
• Provide regulatory support and expertise in the formulation and completion of compliance risk management plans (CRMP's).
• Advise and support business in terms of applicability of legislation and in so doing, mitigate risk.
• Ensure that compliance risk as well as all other impacted risks are adequately identified and in so doing, guide the business in terms of addressing such risk.
• Guide business to ensure that business policies contain the right content addressing legislative requirements thereby working toward an effective and adequate control environment
• Advise business of changes in legislation and identify potential impact of these changes on the business.
• Influence the enhancement of business processes and methodologies specific to the area.
• Support and empower the Group to prevent compliance breaches and reputational risk from occurring, which could result in financial penalties.
• Create and strengthen awareness of the business compliance risk management in relation to evolving regulatory landscape.
• Promote and facilitate cross Cluster engagement, manage and improve business efficiencies.
• Engage with stakeholders on findings of compliance risk and control assessments to ensure action plans adhere to regulatory standards.
• Enable management to make informed decisions and prevent compliance breaches.
• Ensure that stakeholder relationships are effectively managed.
• Obtain buy-in for developing new and/or enhanced processes that will improve the functioning of stakeholders' businesses.
• Stay abreast of developments in field of expertise, ensuring personal and professional growth.
• Understand and embrace the Nedbank vision and values, leading by example.
• Manage performance through training, development and addressing poor performance through relevant channels.
• Educate self-regarding business, through engagement, meetings, procedures and policy awareness.
• Contribute to a culture of transformation by participating in Nedbank culture building initiatives, business strategy, and CSI.
  
  

• LLB
  
  

• Compliance Practitioner (SA) / CPrac (SA) / Admitted Attorney
  
  

• Relevant regulatory and compliance experience in relation to the following areas – inter alia Banks Act, Financial Intelligence Centre Act, National Credit Act,
• Managed risk and compliance
• Interpretation of legislation
• Checking accuracy of business feedback in response to evolving regulatory landscape
• Regulatory Reporting
• Industry engagements
  
  

• 5-10 years in a Compliance/ Legal/ Governance role
  
  

• Relevant Governance controls and regulatory knowledge
• Corporate Governance and Compliance
• Compliance reporting
• Policy and Procedural Knowledge
  
  

• 360° Decision Making
• Influencing
• Building Trusting Relationships
• Managing Work
• Quality Orientation
• Stress Tolerance
  
  

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Legal

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Risk, Audit and Compliance

Regulatory Compliance

Manage Self: Professional

• To consult, advise and report to the Group regarding relevant domestic and international legislation; compliance and governance to ensure adherence to relevant codes; regulations and rules thereby minimising risk to and protecting the reputation of Nedbank.

• Advise business on best practice for regulatory compliance by ensuring the business is educated on the regulatory landscape and by creating awareness around compliance implication of daily duties.
• Understanding, positioning and articulating for legislative change.
• Support the central function by assisting in developing of policies, procedures, frameworks and tools with specific focus on relevant risk legislation, for the benefit of the larger organisation.
• Define governance frameworks and ensure good governance practice.
• Advise and support the Group to ensure regulatory compliance standards are met and risks are mitigated.
• Identify, define and agree on the regulatory universe applicable for each relevant Business Unit, mitigating risks.
• Provide regulatory support and expertise in the formulation and completion of compliance risk management plans (CRMP's).
• Advise and support business in terms of applicability of legislation and in so doing, mitigate risk.
• Ensure that compliance risk as well as all other impacted risks are adequately identified and in so doing, guide the business in terms of addressing such risk.
• Guide business to ensure that business policies contain the right content addressing legislative requirements thereby working toward an effective and adequate control environment
• Advise business of changes in legislation and identify potential impact of these changes on the business.
• Influence the enhancement of business processes and methodologies specific to the area.
• Support and empower the Group to prevent compliance breaches and reputational risk from occurring, which could result in financial penalties.
• Create and strengthen awareness of the business compliance risk management in relation to evolving regulatory landscape.
• Promote and facilitate cross Cluster engagement, manage and improve business efficiencies.
• Engage with stakeholders on findings of compliance risk and control assessments to ensure action plans adhere to regulatory standards.
• Enable management to make informed decisions and prevent compliance breaches.
• Ensure that stakeholder relationships are effectively managed.
• Obtain buy-in for developing new and/or enhanced processes that will improve the functioning of stakeholders' businesses.
• Stay abreast of developments in field of expertise, ensuring personal and professional growth.
• Understand and embrace the Nedbank vision and values, leading by example.
• Manage performance through training, development and addressing poor performance through relevant channels.
• Educate self-regarding business, through engagement, meetings, procedures and policy awareness.
• Contribute to a culture of transformation by participating in Nedbank culture building initiatives, business strategy, and CSI.

• LLB

• Compliance Practitioner (SA) / CPrac (SA) / Admitted Attorney

• Relevant regulatory and compliance experience in relation to the following areas – inter alia Banks Act, Financial Intelligence Centre Act, National Credit Act,
• Managed risk and compliance
• Interpretation of legislation
• Checking accuracy of business feedback in response to evolving regulatory landscape
• Regulatory Reporting

• 5-10 years in a Compliance/ Legal/ Governance role

• Relevant Governance controls and regulatory knowledge
• Corporate Governance and Compliance
• Compliance reporting
• Policy and Procedural Knowledge
• Building Trusting Relationships
• Managing Work
• Quality Orientation
• Stress Tolerance

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REQ 138402 - Michelle Thabethe

Location: Sandton

Closing Date: 18 March 2025

Job Family: Risk, Audit and Compliance

Career Stream: Regulatory Compliance

Leadership Pipeline: Manage Self: Professional

To consult, advise and report to the Group regarding relevant domestic and international legislation; compliance and governance to ensure adherence to relevant codes; regulations and rules thereby minimising risk to and protecting the reputation of Nedbank.

• Advise business on best practice for regulatory compliance by ensuring the business is educated on the regulatory landscape and by creating awareness around compliance implication of daily duties.
• Understanding, positioning and articulating for legislative change.
• Support the central function by assisting in developing of policies, procedures, frameworks and tools with specific focus on relevant risk legislation, for the benefit of the larger organisation.
• Define governance frameworks and ensure good governance practice.
• Advise and support the Group to ensure regulatory compliance standards are met and risks are mitigated.
• Identify, define and agree on the regulatory universe applicable for each relevant Business Unit, mitigating risks.
• Provide regulatory support and expertise in the formulation and completion of compliance risk management plans (CRMP's).
• Advise and support business in terms of applicability of legislation and in so doing, mitigate risk.
• Ensure that compliance risk as well as all other impacted risks are adequately identified and in so doing, guide the business in terms of addressing such risk.
• Guide business to ensure that business policies contain the right content addressing legislative requirements thereby working toward an effective and adequate control environment.
• Advise business of changes in legislation and identify potential impact of these changes on the business.
• Influence the enhancement of business processes and methodologies specific to the area.
• Support and empower the Group to prevent compliance breaches and reputational risk from occurring, which could result in financial penalties.
• Create and strengthen awareness of the business compliance risk management in relation to evolving regulatory landscape.
• Promote and facilitate cross Cluster engagement, manage and improve business efficiencies.
• Engage with stakeholders on findings of compliance risk and control assessments to ensure action plans adhere to regulatory standards.
• Enable management to make informed decisions and prevent compliance breaches.
• Ensure that stakeholder relationships are effectively managed.
• Obtain buy-in for developing new and/or enhanced processes that will improve the functioning of stakeholders' businesses.
• Stay abreast of developments in field of expertise, ensuring personal and professional growth.
• Understand and embrace the Nedbank vision and values, leading by example.
• Manage performance through training, development and addressing poor performance through relevant channels.
• Educate self-regarding business, through engagement, meetings, procedures and policy awareness.
• Contribute to a culture of transformation by participating in Nedbank culture building initiatives, business strategy, and CSI.

• LLB

• Compliance Practitioner (SA) / CPrac (SA) / Admitted Attorney

• Relevant regulatory and compliance experience in relation to the following areas – inter alia Banks Act, Financial Intelligence Centre Act, National Credit Act.
• Managed risk and compliance.
• Interpretation of legislation.
• Checking accuracy of business feedback in response to evolving regulatory landscape.
• Regulatory Reporting.
• Industry engagements.

• 5-10 years in a Compliance/ Legal/ Governance role.

• Relevant Governance controls and regulatory knowledge.
• Corporate Governance and Compliance.
• Compliance reporting.
• Policy and Procedural Knowledge.

• 360° Decision Making.
• Influencing.
• Building Trusting Relationships.
• Managing Work.
• Quality Orientation.
• Stress Tolerance.

Please contact the Nedbank Recruiting Team at +27 860 555 566