Risk and Compliance Manager

SUMMARY:
Are you a self-driven Risk & Compliance professional ready to take ownership, influence decision-making, and help shape a leading organisation’s risk culture? This is your opportunity to join a respected property group headquartered in the heart of Sandton, working closely with senior leadership in a lean, high-performing team. If you’re someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves being hands-on, and can hit the ground running, keep reading!

POSITION INFO:
As the Risk & Compliance Manager, you will partner directly with the Head of Company Secretarial, Risk & Compliance to strengthen and embed risk management, compliance processes, and governance practices across the business.

You will be the engine behind proactive risk identification, monitoring, reporting, and ensuring the organisation stays ahead of regulatory and statutory requirements. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys autonomy, accountability, and real influence.

What You’ll Be Doing:
You will lead and support a wide range of critical risk and compliance responsibilities, including:

• Updating and managing the company’s regulatory universe
• Conducting internal compliance reviews and monitoring activities
• Quarterly reporting to Audit, Risk & Compliance Committees
• Managing divisional risk registers and supporting executive heads
• Managing the annual combined assurance plan in collaboration with Internal and External Auditors
• Performing internal financial controls testing
• Ensuring full compliance with the FICA Act and reporting requirements
• Supporting client due diligence and performing WorldCheck screenings
• Managing bank account reporting to the Momentum Group
• Drafting policies, ensuring annual policy reviews, and rolling out training
• Developing the annual the risk & compliance training plan and driving organisation-wide compliance awareness

• A BCom Honours in Internal Auditing / Risk Management (or equivalent)
• At least 5 years’ experience in a risk and compliance role
• CIA Certification (advantageous)
• Strong reporting, analytical and critical-thinking skills
• Experience in property management / property development (a bonus!)
• The confidence and maturity to engage at all levels, including with executives
• The ability to work independently, think innovatively, and solve problems creatively
• Impeccable professionalism, communication skills, and attention to detail

• Self-motivated and a natural self-starter
• Detail-oriented with strong time management
• A confident communicator and relationship builder
• Professional, assertive, and able to maintain confidentiality
• Results-driven with strong organisational and planning skills
• Positive, energetic, and able to foster a high-performance environment

• Full ownership and autonomy within a respected property group
• Direct exposure to senior leaders and committees
• A dynamic environment where your expertise directly influences business decisions
• A lean team where you’re valued, trusted, and empowered
• Based at a modern Sandton Head Office – no hybrid option; full in-office collaboration