Job Description
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Legal Compliance professional to support the business in maintaining adherence to key regulatory frameworks, including the National Credit Act, Financial Intelligence legislation, Consumer Protection Act, and related financial services regulations.
This role plays a critical part in facilitating legal compliance both locally and across Rest of Africa, ensuring that the business operates within regulatory requirements while effectively managing risk.
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
The main purpose of the job is to facilitate legal compliance in relation to the National Credit Act, Financial Intelligence, Consumer Protection Act and Financial Services Related legislation.
This role will also assist with facilitating and managing legal compliance in Rest of Africa.
Drafting summaries of regulatory changes and their impact on the business
Conduct legal compliance monitoring (both physical and automated) and reporting in relation to credit, financial services, financial intelligence and privacy legislation under the guidance of the Legal Compliance Specialists
Assist in any clarification meetings with the business regarding monitoring findings
Responsible for choosing monitoring samples and interrogating any automated monitoring results as a first line of monitoring
Conducting research and news scanning to aid the Legal Compliance Specialists with regulatory monitoring
Qualifications
Qualifications and Experience:
Relevant qualification (LLB/Law degree).
Prior compliance experience is advantageous.
Skills:
Verbal Communication.
Computer Skills.
Planning and Organizing.
Policy and Procedures.
Numerical Skills.
Office Systems.
Policy and Regulation.
Review and Reporting
Team player with great interpersonal skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.
Attention to detail and technically savvy.
Willingness to learn.