Senior Compliance Officer

Job Description

To assist line management and the embedded business risk management function by providing advice to guide line management in discharging their responsibility to comply with applicable statutory, regulatory and supervisory requirements in order to:

• Protect the reputation of the Bank
• Avoid legal action against the Bank
• Promote a good working relationship with supervisors/regulators
• Enable the Bank to demonstrate to regulatory authorities and other stakeholders that it is “fit and proper” to undertake its business.

Qualifications

• Degree in Audit, Legal or Business Commerce

Experience Required

• 8-10 years - The role requires a seasoned expert in Compliance with a sound knowledge of the relevant regulatory requirements and upcoming developments applicable to a specific business area as well as a solid understanding of banking products and activities.
• To have an understanding of key legislations such as Companies Act, Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act, Financial Intelligence Centre Act and National Credit Act etc.

Behavioural Competencies

• Articulating Information
• Convincing People
• Documenting Facts
• Empowering Individuals
• Establishing Rapport

Technical Competencies

• Evaluation of Internal Controls
• Financial Acumen
• Financial Industry Regulatory Framework
• Legal Compliance
• Process Governance
• Risk Awareness

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal