13 Regulatory Compliance jobs in Durban
Senior Regulatory Compliance Manager
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A position has become available for a Senior Regulatory Compliance Manager based in Durban.
Job Purpose
Provide advice, guidance, recommendations on the adherence of regulatory compliance practices in client facing divisions ensuring compliance regulatory risks are identified, assessed, and reported on for the Group.
Job Responsibilities
- Identify and manage all Regulatory requirements of the Group.
- Manage the completion of all commentary and/or impact assessments requests from various Regulatory Bodies including the Prudential Authority, Financial Intelligence Centre, National Credit Regulator, and Information Regulator.
- Provide expert guidance and recommendations to ensure adherence to multiple laws and regulations regulating the affairs of the Group.
- Demonstrate in-depth understanding of key legislation such as the NCA, FAIS Act, POPIA, FIC, and other applicable laws (including subordinate legislation) that impact the Group.
- Conduct compliance regulatory training, keeping Compliance and all internal stakeholders (1st line) informed and updated on regulatory changes and policy requirements.
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with internal stakeholders by establishing effective partnerships to identify and manage compliance regulatory risks.
- Develop and maintain a clear understanding of the scope and nature of the business conducted by 1st line (business acumen).
- Develop a solid understanding of all high-risk legislation that applies to the Group.
- Keep abreast of all regulatory developments/changes that may potentially impact the Group and engage with all relevant stakeholders on a timely basis to ensure business readiness and ongoing compliance risk management.
- Contribute to the creation of a compliance culture and compliance awareness in the division by becoming a trusted advisor.
- Execute on all Regulatory Compliance projects (end-to-end) within set timelines.
- Provide advice, guidance, and recommendations on whether regulatory compliance requirements are met.
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting on any non-compliance, the management of compliance risks, and the state of compliance in the division.
- Provide advice, guidance, and recommendations to stakeholders on the state of regulatory compliance by reporting on how key risks are being managed, highlighting areas that require immediate attention, and recommending corrective action to stakeholders.
- Present potential compliance regulatory findings to stakeholders through formal engagement. Take an active part in all Regulatory Compliance governance.
- Assist in filing regulatory reports to the respective regulators, keeping the Group in good standing with regulatory bodies.
Qualifications:
- LLB Degree
- Admitted Attorney
- Member of the Compliance Institute of SA
- RE5 Accredited: Advantageous
- 5-7 years’ experience in a regulatory compliance position, 3 of which must have been in a managerial role - preferably in financial services.
Salary market related for a senior position.
#J-18808-LjbffrSenior Manager - Regulatory Compliance
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Responsibilities:
- Identify and manage all Regulatory requirements of the Group, including mortgage providers and insurance companies offering credit life and homeowners.
- Manage the completion of all commentary and/or impact assessments requested from various Regulatory Bodies including the Prudential Authority, Financial Intelligence Centre, National Credit Regulator, and Information Regulator.
- Provide expert guidance and recommendations to ensure adherence to multiple laws and regulations regulating the affairs of the Group.
- Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of key legislations such as the NCA, FAIS Act, POPIA, FIC, and other applicable laws (including subordinate legislation) that impact the Group.
- Conduct compliance regulatory training, keeping Compliance and all internal stakeholders (1st line) informed and updated on regulatory changes and policy requirements.
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with internal stakeholders (i.e., the Division’s 1st line as well as 2nd line functions) by establishing effective partnerships to identify and manage compliance regulatory risks.
- Develop and maintain a clear understanding of the scope and nature of the business conducted by 1st line (business acumen).
- Develop a solid understanding of all high-risk legislation that applies to the Group.
- Keep abreast of all regulatory developments/changes that may potentially impact the Group and engage with all relevant stakeholders on a timely basis to ensure business readiness and ongoing compliance risk management.
- Contribute to the creation of a compliance culture and compliance awareness in the division by becoming a trusted advisor to 1st line (whilst maintaining independence of mind as part of 2nd line).
- Execute on all Regulatory Compliance projects (end-to-end) within set timelines.
- Provide advice, guidance, and recommendations to 1st and 2nd line on whether regulatory compliance requirements are met.
- Ensure accurate and timely reporting on any non-compliance, the management of compliance risks, and the state of compliance in the division (1st line).
- Provide advice, guidance, and recommendations to stakeholders on the state of regulatory compliance by reporting on how key risks are being managed, highlighting areas that require immediate attention, and recommending corrective action to stakeholders.
- Present potential compliance regulatory findings to stakeholders through formal engagement. Take an active part in all Regulatory Compliance governance.
- Assist in filing regulatory reports to the respective regulators, keeping the Group in good standing with regulatory bodies.
- LLB Degree
- Admitted Attorney
- Member of the Compliance Institute of SA
- RE5
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#J-18808-LjbffrSenior Manager Regulatory Compliance
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Location: Durban
Well-established financial services client is looking for a Senior Regulatory Compliance Manager with 5 years in a similar position.
Salary: Negotiable based on experience and qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- LLB Degree
- Admitted Attorney
- Member of the Compliance Institute of SA
- RE5 Accredited: Advantageous
- 5 years’ experience in a regulatory compliance position
- 3 years managerial experience
- Must come from the financial services industry
Full job description will be discussed in the interview process.
Please apply online.
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We offer:
- Medical Aid Contribution
- Provident Fund Contribution
Manager: Practical Guidance and Regulatory Compliance
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Supervisor II, Digital Content page is loadedSupervisor II, Digital Content Apply locations Durban time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R97497
About the team
LexisNexis Legal & Professional, which serves customers in more than 150 countries with 11,800 employees worldwide, is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. Our company has been a long-time leader in deploying AI and advanced technologies to the legal market to improve productivity and transform the overall business and practice of law, deploying ethical and powerful generative AI solutions with a flexible, multi-model approach that prioritizes using the best model from today’s top model creators for each individual legal use case.
About the role
We are looking for a dynamic, tech savvy leader to join our South African editorial operations team. As a people leader you will head up digital content expansion within the Practical Guidance (PG) and the Regulatory Compliance team by driving thecontent expansion of our compliance offerings. You will also work closely with global content leads to apply best practices to grow the PG offering in South Africa.
Responsibilities
- Designing, owning, and executing content upkeep process
- Driving operational effectiveness through AI and other automation efforts.
- Supporting cross-functional initiatives by partnering with global leaders
- Performing legal research and editorial tasks, drafting and revising legal content and overseeing projects
- Monitoring current awareness and staying abreast of changes in law
- Managing outside author and contractor relationships and submissions
- Identifying and electronic linking of product sets and online sources
- Creating document for training and testing quality assurance
Requirements
- Have a Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) or equivalent
- Be an admitted attorney/advocate with at least three years of PQE experience preferred.
- Have Business/commercial acumen; quantitative and analytical skills.
- Must be process driven and able to evaluate existing processes, drive continuous process improvements, and document best practices, etc.
- Have strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills; ability to synthesize relevant information for Global Editorial Operations and commercial leaders.
- Have collaborative management style with ability to lead cross-functional, team-based, deadline-intensive strategic initiatives and delivery.
- Possess excellent organization/project planning, time management, change management across multiple functional groups and departments, and delegation and prioritization skills.
- Able to solve problems including identifying, researching, and coordinating resources necessary to effectively troubleshoot/diagnose complex issues.
Work in a way that works for you
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.
Working for you
We know that your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
- Medical Aid
- Retirement Plan inclusive of Risk Benefits (Disability, Critical Illness, Life Cover & Funeral Cover)
- Modern family benefits, including adoption and surrogacy
- Study Leave
About the Business
LexisNexis Legal & Professional provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase their productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis and Nexis services.
We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form or please contact 1- .
Criminals may pose as recruiters asking for money or personal information. We never request money or banking details from job applicants. Learn more about spotting and avoiding scams here .
Please read our Candidate Privacy Policy .
We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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LexisNexis Legal & Professional is a leading global provider of legal, regulatory and business information and analytics that help customers increase productivity, improve decision-making and outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. We help lawyers win cases, manage their work more efficiently, serve their clients better and grow their practices. We assist corporations in better understanding their markets and preventing bribery and corruption within their supply chains. We partner with leading global associations and customers to help collect evidence against war criminals and provide tools to combat human trafficking. We endeavour to advance the rule of law across the world.Our teams are combining unparalleled legal and business information with analytics and technology to advance what’s possible for the way our customers work and to advance what’s possible in the world by strengthening the rule of law.
#J-18808-LjbffrManager: Practical Guidance and Regulatory Compliance
Posted today
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About the team
LexisNexis Legal & Professional, which serves customers in more than 150 countries with 11,800 employees worldwide, is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. Our company has been a long-time leader in deploying AI and advanced technologies to the legal market to improve productivity and transform the overall business and practice of law, deploying ethical and powerful generative AI solutions with a flexible, multi-model approach that prioritizes using the best model from today’s top model creators for each individual legal use case.
About the role
We are looking for a dynamic, tech savvy leader to join our South African editorial operations team. As a people leader you will head up digital content expansion within the Practical Guidance (PG) and the Regulatory Compliance team by driving thecontent expansion of our compliance offerings. You will also work closely with global content leads to apply best practices to grow the PG offering in South Africa.
Responsibilities
- Designing, owning, and executing content upkeep process
- Driving operational effectiveness through AI and other automation efforts.
- Supporting cross-functional initiatives by partnering with global leaders
- Performing legal research and editorial tasks, drafting and revising legal content and overseeing projects
- Monitoring current awareness and staying abreast of changes in law
- Managing outside author and contractor relationships and submissions
- Identifying and electronic linking of product sets and online sources
- Creating document for training and testing quality assurance
Requirements
- Have a Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) or equivalent
- Be an admitted attorney/advocate with at least three years of PQE experience preferred.
- Have Business/commercial acumen; quantitative and analytical skills.
- Must be process driven and able to evaluate existing processes, drive continuous process improvements, and document best practices, etc.
- Have strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills; ability to synthesize relevant information for Global Editorial Operations and commercial leaders.
- Have collaborative management style with ability to lead cross-functional, team-based, deadline-intensive strategic initiatives and delivery.
- Possess excellent organization/project planning, time management, change management across multiple functional groups and departments, and delegation and prioritization skills.
- Able to solve problems including identifying, researching, and coordinating resources necessary to effectively troubleshoot/diagnose complex issues.
Work in a way that works for you
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.
Working for you
We know that your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
- Medical Aid
- Retirement Plan inclusive of Risk Benefits (Disability, Critical Illness, Life Cover & Funeral Cover)
- Modern family benefits, including adoption and surrogacy
- Study Leave
About the Business
LexisNexis Legal & Professional provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase their productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis and Nexis services.
We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form or please contact 1- .
Criminals may pose as recruiters asking for money or personal information. We never request money or banking details from job applicants. Learn more about spotting and avoiding scams here .
Please read our Candidate Privacy Policy .
We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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#J-18808-LjbffrManager: Practical Guidance and Regulatory Compliance
Posted today
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Supervisor II, Digital Content page is loaded Supervisor II, Digital Content Apply locations Durban time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R97497
About the team
LexisNexis Legal & Professional, which serves customers in more than 150 countries with 11,800 employees worldwide, is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. Our company has been a long-time leader in deploying AI and advanced technologies to the legal market to improve productivity and transform the overall business and practice of law, deploying ethical and powerful generative AI solutions with a flexible, multi-model approach that prioritizes using the best model from today’s top model creators for each individual legal use case.
About the role
We are looking for a dynamic, tech savvy leader to join our South African editorial operations team. As a people leader you will head up digital content expansion within the Practical Guidance (PG) and the Regulatory Compliance team by driving thecontent expansion of our compliance offerings. You will also work closely with global content leads to apply best practices to grow the PG offering in South Africa.
Responsibilities
- Designing, owning, and executing content upkeep process
- Driving operational effectiveness through AI and other automation efforts.
- Supporting cross-functional initiatives by partnering with global leaders
- Performing legal research and editorial tasks, drafting and revising legal content and overseeing projects
- Monitoring current awareness and staying abreast of changes in law
- Managing outside author and contractor relationships and submissions
- Identifying and electronic linking of product sets and online sources
- Creating document for training and testing quality assurance
Requirements
- Have a Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) or equivalent
- Be an admitted attorney/advocate with at least three years of PQE experience preferred.
- Have Business/commercial acumen; quantitative and analytical skills.
- Must be process driven and able to evaluate existing processes, drive continuous process improvements, and document best practices, etc.
- Have strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills; ability to synthesize relevant information for Global Editorial Operations and commercial leaders.
- Have collaborative management style with ability to lead cross-functional, team-based, deadline-intensive strategic initiatives and delivery.
- Possess excellent organization/project planning, time management, change management across multiple functional groups and departments, and delegation and prioritization skills.
- Able to solve problems including identifying, researching, and coordinating resources necessary to effectively troubleshoot/diagnose complex issues.
Work in a way that works for you
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.
Working for you
We know that your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:
- Medical Aid
- Retirement Plan inclusive of Risk Benefits (Disability, Critical Illness, Life Cover & Funeral Cover)
- Modern family benefits, including adoption and surrogacy
- Study Leave
About the Business
LexisNexis Legal & Professional provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase their productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis and Nexis services.
We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form or please contact 1- .
Criminals may pose as recruiters asking for money or personal information. We never request money or banking details from job applicants. Learn more about spotting and avoiding scams here .
Please read our Candidate Privacy Policy .
We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
USA Job Seekers:
EEO Know Your Rights .
LexisNexis Legal & Professional is a leading global provider of legal, regulatory and business information and analytics that help customers increase productivity, improve decision-making and outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. We help lawyers win cases, manage their work more efficiently, serve their clients better and grow their practices. We assist corporations in better understanding their markets and preventing bribery and corruption within their supply chains. We partner with leading global associations and customers to help collect evidence against war criminals and provide tools to combat human trafficking. We endeavour to advance the rule of law across the world.Our teams are combining unparalleled legal and business information with analytics and technology to advance what’s possible for the way our customers work and to advance what’s possible in the world by strengthening the rule of law.
#J-18808-LjbffrManager: Practical Guidance and Regulatory Compliance

Posted 27 days ago
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Job Description
LexisNexis Legal & Professional, which serves customers in more than 150 countries with 11,800 employees worldwide, is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. Our company has been a long-time leader in deploying AI and advanced technologies to the legal market to improve productivity and transform the overall business and practice of law, deploying ethical and powerful generative AI solutions with a flexible, multi-model approach that prioritizes using the best model from today's top model creators for each individual legal use case.
About the role
We are looking for a dynamic, tech savvy leader to join our South African editorial operations team. As a people leader you will head up digital content expansion within the Practical Guidance (PG) and the Regulatory Compliance team by driving the content expansion of our compliance offerings. You will also work closely with global content leads to apply best practices to grow the PG offering in South Africa.
Responsibilities
+ Designing, owning, and executing content upkeep process
+ Driving operational effectiveness through AI and other automation efforts.
+ Supporting cross-functional initiatives by partnering with global leaders
+ Performing legal research and editorial tasks, drafting and revising legal content and overseeing projects
+ Monitoring current awareness and staying abreast of changes in law
+ Managing outside author and contractor relationships and submissions
+ Identifying and electronic linking of product sets and online sources
+ Creating document for training and testing quality assurance
Requirements
+ Have a Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) or equivalent
+ Be an admitted attorney/advocate with at least three years of PQE experience preferred.
+ Have Business/commercial acumen; quantitative and analytical skills.
+ Must be process driven and able to evaluate existing processes, drive continuous process improvements, and document best practices, etc.
+ Have strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills; ability to synthesize relevant information for Global Editorial Operations and commercial leaders.
+ Have collaborative management style with ability to lead cross-functional, team-based, deadline-intensive strategic initiatives and delivery.
+ Possess excellent organization/project planning, time management, change management across multiple functional groups and departments, and delegation and prioritization skills.
+ Able to solve problems including identifying, researching, and coordinating resources necessary to effectively troubleshoot/diagnose complex issues.
Work in a way that works for you
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.
Working for you
We know that your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:- Medical Aid- Retirement Plan inclusive of Risk Benefits (Disability, Critical Illness, Life Cover & Funeral Cover)- Modern family benefits, including adoption and surrogacy- Study Leave
About the Business
LexisNexis Legal & Professional® provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase their productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis® and Nexis® services.
We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form or please contact 1- .
Criminals may pose as recruiters asking for money or personal information. We never request money or banking details from job applicants. Learn more about spotting and avoiding scams here .
Please read our Candidate Privacy Policy .
We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
USA Job Seekers:
EEO Know Your Rights .
RELX is a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers, enabling them to make better decisions, get better results and be more productive.
Our purpose is to benefit society by developing products that help researchers advance scientific knowledge; doctors and nurses improve the lives of patients; lawyers promote the rule of law and achieve justice and fair results for their clients; businesses and governments prevent fraud; consumers access financial services and get fair prices on insurance; and customers learn about markets and complete transactions.
Our purpose guides our actions beyond the products that we develop. It defines us as a company. Every day across RELX our employees are inspired to undertake initiatives that make unique contributions to society and the communities in which we operate.
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Compliance Specialist Market related
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A dynamic individual with the right qualifications and experience is needed to be part of the compliance department.
Duties & Responsibilities- Guide and advise Branches on AML/CFT and FAIS requirements
- Conduct compliance training as per the compliance training plan, when required
- Conduct compliance monitoring and testing, including providing recommendations and action plans
- Assist in filing of Cash threshold reports to the FIC on the goAML platform
- Assist in managing all projects relating to the reporting to the FIC
- Conduct investigations and file STRs/SARS to FIC on the goAML platform
- Review and recommend for approval the opening of all high-risk accounts and reporting thereof
- Review and approve Re-KYC of high-risk accounts and the EDD review memos
- Review and close transaction monitors
- Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly reports to management on STR/SARS filed, high-risk accounts, frozen accounts, and the compliance monitors
- Regularly review the Compliance Monitor’s functioning, quality of commentary, and timeliness of clearing
- Update and manage SWIFT KYC Registry
- 24 days of annual leave per annum
- Provident Fund
- Medical Aid
- 13th Cheque
- 5-7 years’ experience in a FAIS and AML/CFT role in a banking institution
- Legal/finance qualification or similar and other compliance-related courses/qualifications
- In-depth knowledge of the FIC Act including all subordinate legislation and FAIS Act including all subordinate legislation is essential.
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#J-18808-LjbffrCompliance Specialist: Global Mobility
Posted 11 days ago
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The Compliance Specialist in Global Mobility is responsible for ensuring that all aspects of the global mobility program adhere to legal and regulatory requirements. This role focuses on immigration, tax, and employment law compliance for internationally mobile employees.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in immigration, tax and social security compliance , and will play a key role in ensuring compliance, with immigration laws and regulations for the organization, assisting with compliance audits as needed.
This is a senior role that will require thought leadership and a deep understanding of international regulations, in diverse regions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and coordinate the end-to-end process of global mobility assignments, including relocation as well as immigration, tax and social security compliance.
- Ensure compliance with immigration laws and regulations in collaboration with external legal counsel or immigration specialists.
- Coordinate and manage work permit and visa applications for international assignments, including supporting documentation and compliance checks.
- Provide advice and guidance on cross-border tax and social security obligations and ensure compliance with regulations for globally mobile employees.
- Develop and maintain relationships with external vendors, such as relocation providers, immigration firms, and tax consultants.
- Conduct briefings and trainings for employees and managers on global mobility policies, processes, and cultural considerations.
- Stay updated with immigration laws, tax regulations, and cultural considerations in various countries to provide accurate advice and support.
- Manage business critical Mobility processes for the assignee population including Authorisation List and Tax Reconciliation settlements.
Experience & Qualifcations
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Law, or a related field.
- 3+ years experience in global mobility, compliance, or a related role.
- In-depth knowledge of immigration laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
This role is ideal for a seasoned international tax specialist who can confidently serve as the primary compliance authority for the organisation’s global mobility programme.
This role can be based Durban or Johannesburg.
Head of Compliance, Risk and Regulatory Affairs
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The Head of Compliance, Risk and Regulatory Affairs with our client is responsible for leading and overseeing all compliance, risk and regulatory aspects across the group. The role ensures that our client operates within the applicable legal and regulatory frameworks in all jurisdictions, proactively managing risks within our clients appetite and maintaining the highest standards of compliance governance. This role will lead our clients compliance and risk team and be the primary compliance and regulatory lead on several confidential projects, including playing a leading role in both national and international licensing applications/acquisitions. Ensuring full regulatory alignment across all business units and new product launches.
The successful candidate will be expected to work flexibly and responsively to meet the fast-evolving needs of the business, providing clear, commercially aligned compliance and risk advice at pace.
Job Type: Full time/Permanent
Location: South Africa
Workplace: Hybrid
Reporting To: Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Requirements
- A Bachelors degree in Law, Finance, Compliance, or a related field is required.
- A Masters degree (LLM, MBA) or certification in financial regulatory compliance is highly advantageous.
- Professional certifications such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) or ICA Compliance Certification are preferred.
- 10+ years of compliance experience, ideally within financial services, payments, fintech, or banking.
- Strong background in financial compliance, regulatory risk management, and AML/KYC regulations.
- Proven experience in leading regulatory submissions, such as license applications, preferably at national and international levels
- Experience in managing confidential and high-stakes compliance projects.
- Demonstrated ability to engage with regulators, auditors, and legal teams.
- Strong communication skills to translate complex compliance issues into clear, actionable guidance.
- Must be highly adaptive to fast-changing compliance and regulatory landscapes.
- Ability to work flexibly (including outside standard hours where needed) while maintaining a strong work-life balance.
- Proactively identifies compliance risks and provides rapid regulatory guidance to enable quick decision-making.
- A driven and entrepreneurial mindset, capable of working at the cutting edge of fintech compliance.
- Passionate about helping scale a fast-growing business, providing strategic compliance leadership.
- Resilient under pressure, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities without compromising quality.
- Strong commercial awareness, ensuring compliance strategy aligns with business objectives.
- Able to balance risk management with business appetite and enablement, ensuring clarity and compliance without unnecessary delays.
- An innovative problem-solver who thinks beyond traditional compliance constraints to drive business success.
- A clear and confident communicator, capable of distilling complex regulatory issues into practical, actionable advice.
- Strong ability to build relationships across departments, working closely with leadership, legal, and operations teams.
- Experience leading and mentoring compliance teams in a high-growth, fast-moving environment.
- A pragmatic, solutions-focused compliance mindset, balancing risk with business objectives.
- Committed to maintaining the highest ethical standards in all compliance and business dealings.
- A collaborative team player who leads by example to ensure compliance should enable, not obstruct, business growth.
Responsibilities
Regulatory & Compliance Leadership
- Lead the development, implementation, and management of our clients compliance and risk frameworks.
- Oversee all compliance operations across our clients global footprint, ensuring adherence to financial and regulatory obligations.
- Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory authorities and financial compliance bodies.
- Ensure compliance with AML, KYC, data privacy, consumer protection, and payments regulations.
Confidential Projects & Strategic Compliance Initiatives
- Oversee our clients compliance positioning as it expands into new markets and regulatory jurisdictions, playing a leading role in both national and international licensing applications/acquisitions.
- Ensuring full regulatory alignment across all business units and new product launches.
Risk Management & Monitoring
- Design and oversee our clients risk management processes, ensuring risks are identified, assessed, and mitigated effectively.
- Develop and maintain internal compliance reporting structures, ensuring early detection of potential risks.
- Ensure regulatory compliance frameworks remain up to date with changes in fintech, payments, and banking regulations.
Internal Compliance, Governance and Risk Frameworks
- Develop and enforce compliance, governance and risk frameworks and policies across the organization.
- Implement internal controls, audit procedures, and compliance training programs for employees.
- Work closely with Legal, Commercial and Product teams to align compliance processes with business strategy.
Regulatory Affairs, Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement
- Ensure timely and accurate regulatory reporting, maintaining compliance with local and international requirements.
- Represent our client in regulatory discussions, audits, and industry forums.
- Have a good relationship with regulatory bodies, auditors, and industry groups and take a leading role in market developments to ensure that our client stays ahead of evolving compliance requirements.
Team Leadership & Compliance Culture
- Lead, mentor, and develop the compliance team, ensuring they are well-equipped to handle regulatory challenges.
- Foster a strong culture of compliance across the organization, ensuring employees understand their regulatory responsibilities.