Senior Compliance & Risk Manager

SUMMARY:
An established financial services organization is seeking an experienced Senior Compliance & Enterprise Risk Manager to lead its second-line risk and compliance functions. This strategic leadership role is responsible for ensuring the business maintains a robust governance framework, complies with applicable legislation, and effectively manages enterprise-wide risk while supporting long-term business objectives.

POSITION INFO:
This opportunity is ideal for a seasoned professional who enjoys partnering with executive leadership, influencing strategic decision-making, and driving a proactive culture of governance, compliance, and risk management. Key Responsibilities Compliance Leadership Design, implement, and continuously enhance the organization's compliance framework. Monitor changes to legislation and regulatory requirements, ensuring the business remains compliant. Develop and maintain compliance policies, standards, and risk management plans. Provide trusted regulatory guidance to business stakeholders. Manage relationships with regulatory authorities and coordinate all regulatory submissions and interactions. Enterprise Risk Management Drive the implementation and ongoing development of the enterprise risk management framework. Lead enterprise-wide risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring activities. Maintain the corporate risk register and ensure material risks are appropriately escalated. Embed risk appetite principles into strategic and operational decision-making. Deliver meaningful risk reporting to executive management and governance committees. Monitoring, Controls & Assurance Develop risk-based monitoring and assurance programs. Oversee the management of compliance incidents, breaches, and corrective action plans. Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and governance processes. Produce clear and insightful reporting for senior leadership and board committees. Corporate Governance Support governance committees through high-quality reporting and risk insights. Promote adherence to corporate governance principles and regulatory expectations. Act as an independent advisor while maintaining appropriate oversight responsibilities. Coordinate regulatory reviews, audits, and external inspections. Leadership & Culture Champion a strong culture of ethics, compliance, and risk awareness across the organization. Develop and facilitate training initiatives to improve regulatory understanding. Lead, mentor, and develop members of the compliance and risk team. Build capability within the control environment to support business growth. Strategic Partnership Contribute to strategic initiatives, new products, and business projects by providing governance and risk input. Monitor emerging regulatory developments and industry trends. Ensure compliance and risk considerations are integrated into commercial decision-making. Qualifications and Experience Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in Law, Risk Management, Commerce, or a related discipline . A postgraduate qualification in Compliance, Risk Management, or Governance will be advantageous. Registered FAIS Compliance Officer (Category applicable). Experience Required 6-8 years' experience within compliance, enterprise risk, or governance in the financial services sector. Previous experience within the insurance industry will be advantageous. Demonstrated experience engaging with financial regulators and overseeing regulatory compliance. Proven leadership experience managing compliance and\/or enterprise risk functions. Strong exposure to board reporting, governance committees, and executive stakeholder engagement. Apply now! For more exciting investment and executive finance opportunities, please visit: If you have not had any response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable opportunities. We also invite you to contact us to discuss your next career move. For more information, contact: Angelique Jardim Specialist Recruitment Consultant