Manager: Risk and Compliance

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for a dynamic, detail-driven Manager: Risk and Compliance to take the lead in managing risk and compliance for a growing portfolio of e-commerce and digital lifestyle services.

POSITION INFO:

Are you ready to be the gatekeeper of digital trust in an ever-evolving fintech landscape?
Our client is looking for a dynamic, detail-driven Manager: Risk and Compliance to take the lead in managing risk and compliance for a growing portfolio of e-commerce and digital lifestyle services. This is a critical role at the forefront of digital transformation—perfect for someone passionate about protecting customer journeys while supporting cutting-edge innovation.

As the Manager: Risk and Compliance, you will drive the creation and implementation of governance frameworks across digital financial services. You’ll partner with internal and external stakeholders to shape safe, compliant platforms that keep pace with global trends and regulatory demands.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement risk and compliance frameworks across e-commerce and digital services platforms
• Lead third-party risk assessment and compliance processes
• Collaborate with stakeholders on regulatory, legal and fraud-related initiatives
• Translate complex legislative and regulatory requirements into practical business processes
• Conduct deep dives, risk assessments and control evaluations for product launches
• Champion cybersecurity, data governance, and privacy initiatives
• Prepare compliance training programmes and awareness campaigns
• Monitor regulatory developments and assess impacts to internal systems

Key Requirements

• 3-year Degree or National Diploma in BCom, LLB, BA Law or similar (essential)
• Minimum 8 years’ experience in risk and compliance within fintech, banking or e-commerce
• In-depth knowledge of payments, fraud prevention, and operational risk
• Familiarity with regulatory bodies and standards: PASA, ICASA, POPIA, CPA, WASPA, FSCA
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Excellent analytical, communication, and report-writing skills
• Postgraduate or Master’s Degree advantageous

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