About the position
Seeking a highly experienced and dynamic Head of Compliance to join a reputable financial services company specializing in investments and savings. As the Head of Compliance, you will play a critical role in ensuring that our client's organization adheres to all relevant regulatory rules, regulations, and policies. This key leadership position requires a deep understanding of compliance principles, strong leadership capabilities, and a track record of successful regulatory management in the financial services industry.
Preferred Skills:
- Professional certifications such as Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM) or Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS).
- Must have experience in a CAT II / III / CIS Manco environment with pension fund and life insurance experience.
- Experience with compliance technology and software tools.
- Prior experience in a similar role within an investments company, asset management firm or administrative FSP.
- Experience in CAT ll/lll is a core requirement.
- Experience in CIS MANCO environment with pension fund and life insurance experience beneficial.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business Administration, Law, Investments or a related field. An advanced degree is a plus.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in compliance within the financial services industry, with a focus on investments.
- Exposure to FAIS, FICA, POPIA, PFA, LTI, CISCA.
- In-depth knowledge of relevant regulatory rules and guidelines.
- Minimum of 3 years of successfully managing compliance functions, with a demonstrated ability to implement effective compliance programs.
- Strong leadership and management skills, with experience leading and developing teams.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to make well-informed decisions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- High ethical standards and a commitment to upholding the integrity of the organization
Responsibilities:
- Compliance overview
- Policies and procedures
- Regulatory monitoring
- Internal compliance training
- Risk assessment
- Reporting and documentation
- Internal controls
- Compliance investigations
- External relations
- Compliance audits
- Team management
- Strategic alignment
Desired Skills:
- head of compliance
- CRCM
- CAT II
- CIS MANCO
- FICA
- POPIA
- finance industry
