351 Senior Compliance jobs in South Africa

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

At Roche you can show up as yourself, embraced for the unique qualities you bring. Our culture encourages personal expression, open dialogue, and genuine connections, where you are valued, accepted and respected for who you are, allowing you to thrive both personally and professionally. This is how we aim to prevent, stop and cure diseases and ensure everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

Roche Pharma in Johannesburg has a vacancy for a Head of Legal, Compliance, Privacy & Risk.

Are you a legal expert with sharp analytical thinking, a passion for compliance, and an impeccable sense of integrity? We are looking for you to join our dynamic team This pivotal role supports our company's operations by managing risk, compliance, and legal strategies in alignment with Roche corporate standards and legislation. You'll be instrumental in ensuring the protection of the company's legal interests while driving our vision of excellence.

As our Legal, Compliance, Privacy, Risk Lead, you will:

• Shape and drive both strategic and operational plans for the Legal and Compliance function
• Oversee legal, compliance, and risk management with a focus on corporate governance and adherence to legislation
• Contribute to the broader organizational strategy while managing transformation initiatives and organizational opportunities
• Act as the company secretary, supporting board activities, maintaining corporate records, and aligning policy implementation with international best practices
• Serve as a data privacy officer, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations such as POPIA and PAIA, while managing related compliance risks

Key Challenges:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop long-term legal and compliance strategies that align with the company's vision and ensure effective implementation with measurable outcomes
• Risk Management: Proactively manage affiliate and healthcare risk frameworks, minimize legal exposure, and safeguard organizational interests
• Governance Expertise: Offer advisory support on legal disputes, audits, and board-level decision-making while ensuring compliance with evolving regulations
• Driving Transformation: Proactively address compliance gaps, build robust legal templates, and provide world-class training on legal and compliance matters
• Operational Efficiency: Track performance, implement corrective actions, and ensure every decision is aligned with financial commitments and strategic priorities
• People Leadership: Inspire, manage, and mentor a high-performing team, fostering personal and professional growth among team members

Who You Are as Our Ideal Candidate

You are a seasoned legal professional known for your strategic foresight, solid understanding of legislation, and deep commitment to integrity and compliance. Specifically, you bring:

Qualifications & Experience:

• An LLB or equivalent degree and admitted Attorney or Advocate
• 10+ years of legal commercial experience in corporate environments (Multinational experience, within the Pharmaceutical/Medical industries is essential)
• 3-5 years of executive management and/or board experience
• Expertise in the Companies Act, Labour Legislation, Data Protection Laws (POPIA/PAIA), and general contracting. Pharmaceutical or Competition Law experience is a bonus

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Exceptional analytical thinking, problem-solving, and attention to detail
• Strong leadership, resource management, and relationship-building skills
• Effective verbal and written communication tailored to multiple levels of stakeholders
• A proactive approach to policy adaptation and governance, enabling innovative solutions to complex challenges
• High levels of political savvy and situational responsiveness, ensuring success in dynamic and regulated environments

Required Mindset:

• You demonstrate integrity, maturity, and self-management
• You are passionate about developing teams, driving collaboration, and advancing organizational health
• You approach challenges with curiosity, resilience, and a relentless focus on solutions that align with the company's mission

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to travel nationally and internationally as needed

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a legal and compliance role – it's an opportunity to shape the future of a progressive, globally recognized organization. You will be empowered to make impactful decisions, supported by exceptional colleagues, in a collaborative environment where integrity meets innovation.

If this speaks to your expertise and passion, we want to hear from you Let's shape the future together.

Who we are

A healthier future drives us to innovate. Together, more than 100'000 employees across the globe are dedicated to advance science, ensuring everyone has access to healthcare today and for generations to come. Our efforts result in more than 26 million people treated with our medicines and over 30 billion tests conducted using our Diagnostics products. We empower each other to explore new possibilities, foster creativity, and keep our ambitions high, so we can deliver life-changing healthcare solutions that make a global impact.

Let's build a healthier future, together.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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.

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world's largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That's why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply 'empower' you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we'll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you

Description
As an Administrator within the Client Compliance Team, you are responsible for providing high quality support and assistance to the Client Compliance Officers and Senior administrators on various fund structures such as Managed Entities/Jersey Regulated Collective Investment Funds, Jersey Private Funds, non-regulated Funds and Schedule 2 entities to which Apex services are provided.

Job Specifications

• Comply with all internal policies and procedures applicable this role and the wider business
• Ensure that all prescribed training is carried out and completed in a timely manner Assist in the completion of Compliance Monitoring programme's in relation to testing and reporting.
• Assist in the completion of compliance data reconciliation and reporting
• Assist in the drafting of Client Board Compliance reports and packs
• Carry out duties in support of the Senior Members of the Apex Client Compliance Function
• Ensure Business as usual requirements and timed reporting requirements are met Undertake or assist in any planned or ad hoc project work that is identified and become involved with Apex Group initiatives in relation to regulatory, Team or Business issues, liaising with Senior Members of the team and other stakeholders as and when required.
• Assist other team members where required
• Liaise with other Apex business employees on day to day regulatory and compliance matters and assist or appropriately direct queries regarding relevant laws, orders or codes of practice
• Provide support to third party administrators in relation to administrative requests
• Assist in the maintenance and monitoring of registers

Skills Required

• Have a good working knowledge of Microsoft products, in particular Outlook, Word and Excel as well as having the capability to quickly assimilate working with Apex's key databases.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Be well organized.
• Have the flexibility and adaptability to undertake a variety of tasks at short notice if required.
• Be proactive in your approach; self-motivated, and capable of prioritising workloads as required.
• Knowledge of the Financial Services (Jersey) Law 1998, and any orders issued under the Law.
• Knowledge of the legislation and regulation in Jersey relating to Money Laundering and Financing of terrorism, including the Anti Money Laundering (AML), Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT), and Countering Proliferation Financing (CPF) Codes of practice issued under the supervisory bodies law for Trust Company Business, Fund Service Business, Alternative Investment Funds, and Certified Funds.
• The relevant Handbooks for the Prevention and Detection of Money Laundering, the Financing of Terrorism and the countering of Proliferation Financing.
• You must have an awareness of your personal obligations and those of the relevant persons under the laws mentioned above as well as the Terrorism Law, the Directions Law, Terrorist Sanctions Measures

What you will get in return:

• A genuinely unique opportunity to be part of an expanding large global business;
• Competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience.
• Training and development opportunities

Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.

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.

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• .Monitor, interpret, and update stakeholders on gaming laws and regulations across jurisdictions (e.g., MGA, SGA, UKGC)
• .Draft, review, and finalise license applications, renewals, and regulatory reports
• .Communicate legislative changes and support compliance solutions
• .Lead or support investigations into breaches, implement corrective actions, and apply audit recommendations
• .Identify compliance risks, propose mitigations, and contribute to compliance audits
• .Review and monitor marketing and affiliate activities, including agreements, training, and investigations
• .Support training, workshops, and information sessions to foster a compliance culture
• .Build strong internal and external stakeholder relationships, ensuring compliance supports customer experience

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Job Description: Head of Legal and Compliance

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced and detail-driven Head of Legal and Compliance to lead and manage all compliance and legal functions within our business. This senior-level individual will play a critical role in ensuring that the company operates within the framework of all regulatory requirements while safeguarding its legal and contractual rights. The role requires a strong leader with excellent communication and negotiation skills, exceptional organizational ability, and the capability to manage multiple complex responsibilities effectively.

Key Responsibilities

Legal

• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage all contracts with clients, service providers, and third parties.
• Manage and review all Binder Agreements with Insurers, ensuring terms are favorable and aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Provide legal guidance to the business on contracts, risks, and disputes.
• Oversee tender documentation preparation, compilation, and timely submission.
• Assist with HR Matters, CCMA cases.

Compliance

• Oversee and manage all compliance requirements across the business.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations, including but not limited to:
• Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) reporting
• Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
• Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA)
• Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA)
• Maintain and update company Risk Registers and monitor mitigating actions.
• Ensure policies, procedures, and manuals are updated and compliant.

Audits & Regulatory Engagement

• Manage Insurer Audits by reviewing reports, identifying gaps, and ensuring compliance.
• Engage with relevant teams to resolve findings and submit responses to insurers within required timelines.
• Act as liaison with regulators and external auditors, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Relevant Law Degree (LLB or equivalent).
• Admission as an attorney/advocate will be advantageous.
• Minimum 8–10 years of legal and compliance experience, with at least 5 years at a senior management level in financial services or insurance.
• Strong understanding of the South African regulatory landscape (FSCA, POPIA, PAIA, FICA).
• Proven experience managing contracts, compliance frameworks, and insurer/binder agreements.

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the business.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset with a solutions-driven approach.

Reporting Line

This position reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and works closely with the Executive Team.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Education:

• Bachelors (Preferred)

Experience:

• legal : 4 years (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: In person

Our Purpose
Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.
Title And Summary
Manager, Legal AML Compliance

Manager, Legal AML Compliance (Regional Operations and Data Specialist)

The Manager, Legal AML Compliance is responsible for supporting the operations and data Director across Mastercard's AML and Sanctions program. The role covers all Customer types as well as products and services. The role will work cross functionally at all levels within the organizational hierarchy, providing subject matter expertise advise to senior leadership in managing, controlling, and limiting risk to the organization.

The role aims to ensure that Activity on the Network remains in compliance with Mastercard AML Standards, through Customer reviews, product evaluations, in depth data analytics, management of unusual activity as well as through the development of customized region-specific processes and procedures.

Primary Responsibilities

• Work with key business teams to develop solutions for meeting customer business needs and advancing Mastercard strategic initiatives while minimizing potential money laundering risk to Mastercard and other network participants
• Support in the establishment of regional AML Compliance standards relating to AML and Sanctions Systems, as may be necessary to support local compliance requirements such as that which relates to our regulatory obligations
• Support in key data initiatives across AML and Compliance function, through system tuning; trend analytics; data integrity checks; reporting and tracking
• Support in managing data requests from law enforcement and internal stakeholders
• Support in providing input to periodic AML Program Risk Assessment
• Support in establishing and maintain AML Compliance Program tracking and metrics to identify trends and establish action items for program preservation and enhancements; provide regular reporting to Global VP and SVP AML, Sanctions, and Exports Control Officer
• Support in coordinating regional FIU alerts, escalations, and investigative inquiries
• Provide AML and sanctions regional support to business lines and internal stakeholders
• Assist in regional evaluation of M&A and joint venture opportunities
• Support in resolving the outcome of the regional onsite reviews of network customers and service providers
• Provide AML and sanctions expertise, guidance and approvals in regional products and services initiatives (One Trust and Studio Processes)
• Support management reporting, presentations, and metrics processes
• Support, escalate and manage Customers to the risk working groups by presenting elevated AML and sanctions risks
• Recommend process, procedure, governance and technology improvements
• Develop and provide regional AML and sanctions training to Customers and internal stakeholders

Education And Skills

• Bachelor's degree required, JD or advanced degree desirable years of risk management and/or global AML compliance experience in banking/financial operations preferred
• Must have experience supporting a regulatory compliance program/ suspicious activity monitoring program
• Must be fluent in using SQL and advanced experience using excel, pivot tables
• Must have experience managing a regulatory compliance program/ suspicious activity monitoring program
• Intermediate skills with BSA/AML compliance program requirements and experience with program/project management and familiarity with the USA PATRIOT Act, FATF, FSA international standards, and practices and knowledge of banking/financial operations, transaction processing and/or payments-related industry experience is preferred
• Sound judgment with ability to build rapport at all levels, and in all business units; proven ability to persuade and drive results
• Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced matrix environment or as a team player and function effectively in a dynamic, fast paced environment while handling multiple projects and consistently meeting deadlines
• Practical problem solver with demonstrated ability to partner effectively with others in handling complex and/or sensitive issues
• Confident and seasoned leader with strong interpersonal skills and sound business judgment
• Demonstrated effectiveness operating in complex organizational structure
• Superior attention to detail, problem-solving, organizational, and written/verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage high-pressure situations and tight deadlines effectively.
• Multilingual skills are necessary and must include English

List Desirable Or Additional Capabilities

• Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills
• Knowledge of banking/financial operations, transaction processing and/or payments-related industry experience is a plus
• ACAMs certification(s) preferred

Corporate Security Responsibility
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:

• Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
• Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
• Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
• Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.