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Implement the compliance strategy aligned to the compliance monitoring plan to assist the client business in honouring their responsibility to comply with applicable regulatory requirements through directing the compliance function through identification, assessing, managing, monitoring and report on regulatory compliance risks facing the organisation.

This position shall further provide assurance that company policies and procedures are being complied with and that the organisation meets the regulatory and company's own standards and ensure that compliance support is aligned to business strategy.

Prudential Authority Specific Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with regulations issued by the Prudential Authority.

• Stay abreast of Prudential Authority directives and guidelines relating to non-life insurers.

• Monitor compliance with Prudential Authority requirements.

• Prepare and submit Prudential Authority notifications, applications and reports.

• Provide guidance to business and assist with implementation of compliance policies and projects.

• Drafting and compiling regulatory submissions.

Qualifications:

• LLB, Legal or Compliance qualification.

• Successfully passed the Key Individual Regulatory Examination 1 as required by the FSCA for Licensed Compliance Officers

• Phase I Approved - Category I FAIS Licensed Compliance Officer would be advantageous

• Post Graduate Diploma in Compliance Management would be advantageous

• Risk Qualifications will also be an advantage

Experience:

• At least 5 years' Compliance experience in the financial services industry

• 2nd line compliance experience

• In depth knowledge of legislation relating to non-life insurers, including Financial Sector Regulation Act.

• On-site meetings and engagements with Regulators.

Experience that will be advantageous:

• Combined assurance planning and execution

• 1st line compliance experience

Regulatory Complaints Handling

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: R67 000,00 - R70 000,00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Are you a registered compliance officer with the FSCA
• Have you dealt with Regulatory authorities and for how many years
• Do you have a LLB

Work Location: In person

Business Unit: Discovery Bank

Function: Banking

Date: 16 Sept 2025

About Discovery

Discovery's core purpose is to make people healthier and to enhance and protect their lives. We seek out and invest in exceptional individuals who understand and support our core purpose, and whose own values align with those of Discovery. Our fast-paced and dynamic environment enables smart, self-driven people to be their best. As global thought leaders, Discovery is passionate about innovating in order to not only achieve financial success, but to ignite positive and meaningful change within our society.

About Discovery Bank

Discovery Bank is a bank like no other – a shared-value bank, designed with our clients in mind. We are all about sharing the value that clients create when they manage their money well, back with them through exceptional interest rates and rewards. Our Vitality Money programme measures how well clients manage their finances, informs them of what it means to be financially healthy, and empowers them with the knowledge to get enhanced rewards for managing their money well. If you are adaptable, a problem-solver, always questioning the way things are done, passionate about doing what is right, and obsessed with providing a quality service experience, we have a job for you where you can be your best in an environment that's safe and nurturing.

Job Purpose

The Regulatory Compliance Specialist develops, implements and oversees the regulatory compliance strategies of the bank. Assists in the establishment of an effective compliance function, framework and core processes for the bank.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

• Provide Compliance advice and guidance to business and key stakeholders
• Initiates and assists in the development of key compliance policies and standard operating procedures
• Ensures that these policies and procedures are consistent with the approvals of various boards
• Identifies and assists with training and educational needs regarding compliance practices and make recommendations and develop training content
• Ensures compliance with industry regulatory standards
• Implements core Compliance principles, frameworks, processes, systems and platforms
• Implements Compliance Risk Management Framework, reviews Regulatory Universe and implementation of the Compliance Risk Management Plans and control gap analysis.
• Compiles and assists with compliance reports for Management and relevant Bank committees.
• Assists with Regulator and Audit reviews and oversee compliance actions.
• Assist with Regulatory Change and commentary processes in Discovery Bank.
• Register and maintain breaches and incidents.

Skills

Required:

• Have an understanding of and an ability to implement Compliance governance
• Have an understanding of the legislative and regulatory requirements impacting the South African Banking Sector
• Have detailed knowledge of the legislative and regulatory environment and reporting requirements imposed by South African Regulators (SARB, FSCA and NCR) specifically, but not limited to, the Banks Act, FAIS, NCA, CPA and Conduct Standards for Banks.

Preferred:

• Microsoft word, excel and power point.

Qualifications

Required:

• A Legal degree, a Bachelors degree and or a compliance qualification
• Have an understanding of the core principles of an effective Compliance function.

Work Experience

Required:

• At least 5 years Compliance experience in the financial services industry.

Preferred:

• Retail Banking experience advantageous

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

The Company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing

As Senior Legal Counsel, you will be responsible for providing strategic legal support to the Tiger Group Legal Team across regulatory advisory, compliance, litigation, and intellectual property matters. You will guide internal stakeholders on the implementation, execution, and monitoring of relevant legal and regulatory frameworks, ensuring alignment with South African and industry-specific legislation and industry standards. Under the supervision of the General Counsel, you will deliver efficient transactional legal services, manage legal risks, and contribute to the development of a strong governance and compliance culture. Your role will also include advising on advertising and marketing law, protecting and commercialising intellectual property assets, and supporting dispute resolution processes

What You Will Do

• Provide strategic legal advice across regulatory, compliance, litigation, and commercial matters.
• Conduct legal risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts and legal documentation.
• Advise on Intellectual Property matters, including protection, enforcement, licensing, and commercialisation of IP assets.
• Ensure compliance with advertising and marketing laws, including consumer protection regulations and industry codes.
• Monitor and interpret new and proposed legislation, assessing its impact on business operations and advising on necessary actions.
• Communicate legal developments and regulatory changes to relevant stakeholders with strategic recommendations.
• Support dispute resolution and litigation processes, including managing external counsel where necessary.
• Collaborate with internal teams to embed a culture of compliance and governance.
• Participate in industry forums and legal networks to stay abreast of emerging legal trends and best practices.
• Provide training and guidance to business units on legal and regulatory requirements.
• Continuously solicit feedback to improve legal service delivery and client satisfaction.

What You Will Bring To The Table
Competencies

• Strong understanding of South African & industry specific legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Expertise in Intellectual Property law, including protection, enforcement, and commercialization of IP assets.
• Solid grasp of advertising and marketing law, including regulatory compliance with consumer protection and industry standards.
• Ability to conduct regulatory assessments and interpret legislative impact on business operations.
• Skilled in legal research, risk analysis, and stakeholder engagement.
• Effective project management and task execution.
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to act as a trusted advisor.

Experience

• 4–5 years post-qualification experience (preferably in-house), ideally within FMCG or a similar industry.
• Generalist legal experience across Intellectual Property, Commercial Litigation, and Regulatory matters.
• Compliance experience is advantageous but not essential.

Qualification

• LLB degree (Bachelor of Laws)
• Admitted Attorney of the High Court of South Africa
• LLM in Business/Commercial Law (advantageous)

In accordance with the employment equity plan of Tiger Brands and its employment equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited, to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

• Bachelor's degree in the field of regulatory/ compliance/ risk specialization or
• BSc or Bachelor in Technology (Chemistry/Engineering)
• At least 5 years experience as a regulatory compliance specialist, or similar
• 5 10 years in a chemical manufacturing plant or related process manufacturing industry.
• Must have a strong regulatory and compliance background.
• Advanced knowledge and understanding of relevant corporate governance requirements and South African Regulatory Requirements in related industries.
• Knowledge of product regulations pertaining to NSF, FDA, Halaal, Kosher, BfR, REACH, Food Safety etc.
• Advanced understanding of relevant legislation and standards (non-proliferation of explosive material, regulatory, Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993), ISO 9001:2015, 14001:2015 and 45001:2018).
• Advanced understanding the Globally Harmonised System (GHS) related to (SDS, label and tremcard development, generation and other legal requirements).
• Advanced understanding of information systems that generate SDS, label and tremcards
• Good knowledge of chemical technologies Chemistry and Chemical Engineering

• Ensuring that products are developed, manufactured and distributed in a manner that meets regulatory requirements.
• Manage/conduct internal and external compliance audits aligned to registrations, local, corporate and Legal requirements.
• Managing information systems that develops and generate regulatory documents.
• Coordinating regulatory compliance requirements across the organizational structures.
• Monitoring compliance and facilitating interventions to manage risks.
• Developing and enacting regulatory compliance policies, procedures and strategies.
• Providing training in regulatory and compliance practices and procedures.
• Incident Management/Non- Conformances related to regulatory compliance.
• Keeping abreast of local and international regulatory changes, developments and impacts on Buckman's business.
• Consultation and Communication with Stakeholders
• Managing associated day-to-day expenses
• Support compliance to and minimize our risk as per the POPIA legislative requirements.
• Initiate and implement continuous improvement.
• Providing support for the generation of Safety Data Sheets (SDS), label and tremcard development.
• The incumbent in this position is key to the companys succession planning and may be given other assignments as part of ongoing developmental efforts.

Description
REGULATORY AND COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST

OPERATIONS DIVISION, HAMMARSDALE

Location: Hammarsdale, Durban, South Africa

Language(s) Requirements: English

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Level

Employment Type: Full-Time

A Regulatory and Compliance Specialist position has become available at an international manufacturing company. This is a fast - paced but friendly environment that will suit an organized person with a great eye for detail.

This position will contribute to the success of the company by taking the responsibility to ensure compliance with the laws and regulations associated with the sale of chemical products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the field of regulatory/ compliance/ risk specialization or
• BSc or Bachelor in Technology (Chemistry/Engineering)

Experience

• At least 5 years' experience as a regulatory compliance specialist, or similar
• 5 – 10 years in a chemical manufacturing plant or related process manufacturing industry.
• Must have a strong regulatory and compliance background.

The incumbent will be responsible for the following inter alia:

• Ensuring that products are developed, manufactured and distributed in a manner that meets regulatory requirements.
• Manage/conduct internal and external compliance audits aligned to registrations, local, corporate and Legal requirements.
• Managing information systems that develops and generate regulatory documents.
• Coordinating regulatory compliance requirements across the organizational structures.
• Monitoring compliance and facilitating interventions to manage risks.
• Developing and enacting regulatory compliance policies, procedures and strategies.
• Providing training in regulatory and compliance practices and procedures.
• Incident Management/Non- Conformances related to regulatory compliance.
• Keeping abreast of local and international regulatory changes, developments and impacts on Buckman's business.
• Consultation and Communication with Stakeholders
• Managing associated day-to-day expenses
• Support compliance to and minimize our risk as per the POPIA legislative requirements.
• Initiate and implement continuous improvement.
• Providing support for the generation of Safety Data Sheets (SDS), label and tremcard development.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Required

• Advanced knowledge and understanding of relevant corporate governance requirements and South African Regulatory Requirements in related industries.
• Knowledge of product regulations pertaining to NSF, FDA, Halaal, Kosher, BfR, REACH, Food Safety etc.
• Advanced understanding of relevant legislation and standards (non-proliferation of explosive material, regulatory, Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993), ISO 9001:2015, 14001:2015 and 45001:2018).
• Advanced understanding the Globally Harmonised System (GHS) related to (SDS, label and tremcard development, generation and other legal requirements).
• Advanced understanding of information systems that generate SDS, label and tremcards
• Good knowledge of chemical technologies – Chemistry and Chemical Engineering

Please Note

• The incumbent in this position is key to the company's succession planning and may be given other assignments as part of ongoing developmental efforts.
• This site is a Major Hazard Installation (MHI) in terms of the MHI Regulations 2022 (GNR.2989 of 31 January 2023) of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 85 of 1993)

The job calls for a highly energetic, self - driven, independent, self-motivated person with excellent problem solving and communication skills, ability to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure, work in a professional manner at all times taking ownership of ensuring they stay on top of things to limit (repetitive) failures. Candidates must possess high levels of integrity together with strong self-leadership abilities.

Equity Statement

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace when recruiting internally and externally. It is company policy to promote from within wherever possible. Therefore, please be aware that internal candidates will be considered first before reviewing external applicants, provided that this supports achievement of our Employment Equity goals.

Only candidates who meet the minimum requirements will be short listed. If you have not been contacted within 3 months of the closing date of the advertisement, please consider yourself unsuccessful.

CLOSING DATE: 24 June 2025

We are recruiting a
Legal & Compliance Officer (LCO)
to support the offshore operations of a Central European client. While the role is
offshoring in nature
, the successful candidate will be
based at the Resourgenix offices in Johannesburg
, working closely with both local colleagues and international stakeholders.

This is a hands-on, transactional role suited to a
junior or intermediate-level
professional with strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of legal and compliance processes. The LCO will report directly to the Legal Manager based in Europe and collaborate regularly with the wider sales team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review contractor documentation for compliance (e.g., ID, tax, insurance, incorporation certificates).
• Draft and customize contracts using company templates, ensuring accuracy and alignment with SOPs.
• Manage contract data entry and archiving using
  Salesforce CRM
  .
• Coordinate e-signature processes and ensure proper execution and storage.
• Support onboarding by gathering and verifying all required documentation.
• Prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and organize communications effectively.
• Assist with vendor questionnaires, bid submissions, and legal research.
• Collaborate with internal teams (Sales, HR, Finance) to ensure aligned compliance practices.
• Contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives.

What we're looking for:

• 1–3 years in legal, compliance, or contract management roles.
• Legal training or relevant experience preferred.
• Excellent English required,
  French highly advantageous
  .
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Relationship management and stakeholder engagement
• Ability to work under pressure while maintaining professionalism
• Initiative and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Salesforce or similar CRM systems

Work Environment & Culture

• Supportive team culture at Resourgenix with strong office morale.
• Relaxed but delivery-focused environment.
• Regular online meetings for updates and feedback.
• Structured onboarding and clear reporting lines to the Legal Manager.
• Flexibility in working hours to accommodate time zone differences.

Are you interested in joining a globally connected team while working locally?
Apply now to be part of a professional, collaborative environment where your legal and compliance expertise will make a meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drafting summaries of regulatory changes and their impact on the business
• Assisting SA/RoA operations with lobbying efforts and preparing comments on behalf of TFG in respect of regulatory changes
• Preparing reports on a monthly, quarterly basis regarding compliance matters
• Maintenance of the relevant Compliance Risk Management Plans
• Executing on monitoring plans
• Innovation and testing of new tech for the legal compliance team
• Assist with the preparation of regulatory filings
• Facilitate legal compliance, monitoring and reporting in relation to the National Credit Act, Financial Intelligence, Consumer Protection Act and Financial Services Related legislation
• This role will also assist with facilitating and managing legal compliance in RoA
• Monitoring TFG customer complaints systems and complaints to external bodies on TFG
• Be appointed as a money laundering officer in terms of FICA and responsible for reporting

Qualifications and Experience:

• LLB/Legal qualification (essential)
• Admitted attorney
• Minimum 2-3 years' experience
• Professional, excellent written and verbal communication skills, the ability to apply the law practically and a good eye for detail
• Skilled in MS Office suite of products
• Previous work experience requiring independence, being organised and managing competing responsibilities.
• Ability to build and value relationships
• Even temper, curious mind and excited to get involved in taking compliance digital

Skills:

• Organised and thorough
• Administratively strong with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Computer proficiency in MS office (Excel, Word & Outlook)
• Business Case Contribution
• In-Depth Questioning
• Perform Gap Analysis
• Data control
• Document management
• Digital Library Management
• Presentation Creation 3

Behaviours:

• Conveys information and communicates ideas in a clear, concise and impactful manner
• Effectively works with others to achieve shared goals
• Consistently makes timely, well-rounded and informed decisions
• Leverages new technology to enhance productivity, improve problem solving, and support business growth
• Inspires, motivates and empowers individuals to go above and beyond for the benefit of the team and the organisation
• Develops plans and prioritises initiatives that align to the organisational goals and objectives
• Assesses and improves the efficiency, effectiveness, and quality of various work processes
• Quickly adapts and acquires new knowledge, skills, and competencies in a rapidly changing environment
• Interprets and simplifies complex and contradictory information when resolving organisational problems
• Takes accountability and ensures others are held to account on agreed upon performance targets
• Sets ambitious goals and takes focused action to achieve desired outcomes to deliver measurable results

Preference will be given, but not limited to candidates from designated groups in terms of the Employment Equity Act.

Our Transaction Services Compliance team is looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented AML Analyst to join our compliance team on a temporary basis. This role plays a key part in enhancing our customer oversight by ensuring adherence to anti-money laundering regulations and internal compliance standards.

In this position you will perform the following key responsibilities: Conduct thorough reviews of customer compliance programs to ensure regulatory alignment.

• Analyze transactions to detect suspicious activity and identify red flags and potential breaches of the customer's agreement
• Investigate and escalate potential high-risk behaviors or patterns.
• Draft clear and concise reports and documentation related to AML findings. And conduct the required follow up .
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and stakeholders to support compliance initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records for audit and regulatory purposes.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of AML procedures and controls.
• Manage multiple priorities with strong organizational and decision-making skills.

The ideal candidate for this position should:

• University degree or equivalent, ideally with a professional Certificate in AML field such as ACAMS- CGSS would be an advantage
• Minimum of five years of AML compliance experience in the financial services sector
• Knowledge of financial crimes and sanctions prevention requirements and controls (AML/CFT, Sanctions, etc.)
• Experience or certification in compliance or risk management would be a desirable advantage.
• Familiarity with industry practices and professional standards
• Significant background in regulated payments and financial services, especially money transfer payment systems
• Knowledge of a regulated environment and associated risk.
• Self-motivated with a proven track record of delivering success while working within a team environment.
• Excellent written/oral communication skills for documentation, drafting reports and presentations.
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills including the ability to work with and influence colleagues at all levels.
• Fluency in English (Reading/Writing/Oral)
• Digitally aware and experienced with open source research