Compliance Officer

2 weeks ago

Cape Town, South Africa ABC Worldwide Full-time
Our Client is looking for an experienced Compliance officer to join their team 

 Key Responsibilities:
·         Make necessary updates to KYC processes to meet regulatory deadlines.
·         Oversee staff compliance, especially for supervised representatives.
·         Conduct quarterly reviews, manage Fit and Proper declarations, and track training and certifications.
·         Manage records of suspicious transactions.
·         Maintain key policies and organize training for compliance and security.
·         Plan and conduct training sessions on compliance updates.
·         Oversee transaction monitoring, investigate suspicious activities, and escalate as needed.
·         Report any violations of compliance or regulatory standards.
·         Prepare for regulatory audits and manage reports.
·         Maintain authorized signatory lists and support regulatory reviews.
·         Manage processes related to FAIS licensing, including representative changes.
·         Ensure FAIS disclosures and website information are accurate.
·         Update the RMCP to reflect changes in business processes and regulations.
·         Oversee onboarding with banking partners, ensuring all compliance steps are followed.
·         Develop internal training materials for compliance.
 
Required Skills and Qualifications
·         Matric.
·         A bachelor’s degree in law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field would be advantageous. 
·         Minimum 3 years of experience in compliance, risk, or legal role within financial services
·         Proven track record of successfully managing compliance programs andmitigating risks. 
·         Experience conducting audits and preparing compliance reports for regulatory bodies.
·         Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
·         Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels. 

Requirements
Preferred Qualifications
·         Certified Compliance Professional (CCP), Certified Regulatory Compliance Manger (CRCM), or equivalent certifications. 
·         Previous consulting experience with demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects.
·         Experience working in a highly regulated industry.
·         Knowledge of data privacy laws and information security compliance.