FICA Compliance Officer

Recruiter:

Dante Personnel

Job Ref:

CPT007870/MS

Date posted:

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

Location:

Southern Suburbs, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Our client, a well-established law firm, is seeking a FICA Compliance Officer with an LLB degree to oversee and manage the firm’s compliance with the Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA) and related anti-money laundering (AML) legislation. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the firm’s adherence to all legal and regulatory obligations, mitigating risk, and maintaining the highest ethical standards.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain the firm’s FICA compliance policies and procedures.
Conduct and oversee client due diligence (KYC) processes, ensuring all client information and documentation are correctly verified and maintained.
Perform risk assessments on clients and transactions to identify potential money-laundering risks.
Monitor, investigate, and report suspicious or unusual transactions to the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC).
Conduct internal audits and compliance checks to ensure adherence to FICA and internal procedures.
Train and guide staff on FICA obligations, red flags, and reporting responsibilities.
Serve as the firm’s Compliance Officer and liaison with the FIC and other relevant regulatory authorities.
Maintain comprehensive records and registers in line with statutory retention requirements.
Keep abreast of any legislative or regulatory changes impacting FICA or AML compliance and ensure timely implementation.

Minimum Requirements

LLB Degree
Minimum 2–5 years’ experience in compliance, legal practice, or risk management (preferably within a law firm or financial institution).
In-depth knowledge of the Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA), POCA, and related AML regulations.
Excellent communication, analytical, and report-writing skills.
High attention to detail, integrity, and discretion when handling confidential information.
Ability to train and support staff on compliance matters.

Preferred Skills

Prior experience as a Compliance Officer or in Regulatory Risk Management.
Working knowledge of LexisFICA, DocFox, or similar compliance platforms.
Familiarity with legal practice management systems.

Consultant: Mekayla Swart - Dante Personnel Cape Town
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