Legal and Compliance Officer

This position is ideal for a recent graduate who has completed their articles or is a newly admitted attorney, with a strong interest in compliance. The Compliance Administrator will support the team in ensuring that the company adheres to all regulatory requirements and internal policies. You will assist with various compliance tasks, regulatory reporting, and risk management efforts while gaining valuable exposure to compliance frameworks in a dynamic business environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Regulatory Compliance Support
2. Compliance Reporting and Documentation
3. Assist with investigations into potential compliance breaches, including gathering relevant documentation and preparing summaries of findings.
4. Internal Controls and Audits
5. Training and Awareness
6. Legal and Compliance Administration

Skills and Qualifications:

Education:

1. A Law degree (LLB or equivalent) is required.
2. Completion of legal articles or recent admission as an attorney.
3. Additional qualifications or interest in compliance-related certifications (e.g., CCEP) is a plus.

Experience:

1. Recent legal or compliance-related experience.
2. Exposure to regulatory frameworks, compliance procedures, or legal research.

Knowledge:

1. Basic understanding of compliance laws, regulations, and corporate governance practices.
2. Familiarity with legal risk management and regulatory reporting requirements is a plus.

Skills:

1. Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
2. High attention to detail, accuracy, and efficiency.
3. Strong written and verbal communication skills.
4. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
5. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other office software.

Personal Attributes:

1. Analytical: A strong ability to analyze and interpret legal and regulatory materials.
2. Proactive: Motivated to take initiative, learn, and improve compliance processes.
3. Collaborative: Enjoys working in a team environment and supporting the broader compliance function.
4. Ethical: High level of integrity and an understanding of the importance of compliance in a business setting.

If you are passionate about compliance and eager to apply your legal knowledge in a compliance-focused role, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in compliance to info@curiska.co.za if you are interested.