Senior Compliance Manager

SUMMARY:
Our client is looking for a Senior Compliance Manager to join their team in Midrand

POSITION INFO:
Roles and Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning & Execution
• Establish and maintain a structured, integrated compliance function.
• Present compliance decisions and recommendations to EXCO, IRCC, and ARC.
• Develop a compliance policy and framework aligned to the risk management framework.
• Implement a compliance risk management process in line with accepted practice.
• Ensure proactive management of regulatory compliance across the organisation.
• Drive alignment across business units to avoid silo-based risk management.
• Build a strong compliance culture through effective communication and timely issue resolution.
• Establish collaborative relationships with key internal stakeholders.

• Prepare compliance presentations and strategic plans for EXCO, IRCC, and ARC approval.
• Review and approve project scope, purpose, and compliance risk approaches.
• Train and supervise employees to ensure compliance objectives are met.
• Maintain compliance reports, review findings with management, and track corrective actions.
• Conduct benchmarking and implement best-practice compliance processes.
• Deliver regulatory compliance training for general and industry-specific requirements.

• Use a risk-based approach to design, implement, and update the regulatory universe.
• Monitor regulatory changes and advise the organisation.
• Implement a compliance monitoring programme to identify gaps and strengthen controls.
• Report non-compliance to senior management, EXCO, IRCC, and ARC.
• Lead compliance reviews, identify improvement areas, and monitor action plans.
• Conduct or oversee internal investigations of compliance issues.
• Monitor compliance systems to ensure effectiveness.
• Ensure regulatory policies and procedures are documented, implemented, and communicated.
• Collaborate with assurance providers to support internal control effectiveness.
• Provide compliance assurance to management and board committees.
• Challenge activities and decisions that materially influence compliance risk.

• Recruit, assign, and manage staff while overseeing development and training needs.
• Manage the department’s performance processes and provide mentorship.
• Apply Labour Relations actions where required and uphold HR policies.
• Perform related duties and monthly/ad hoc tasks within the Enterprise Risk Management mandate.

• LLB / Admitted Attorney / CA(SA) / MBA or similar.
• Postgraduate or professional compliance qualification advantageous.

• Minimum 7+ years in legal, risk, compliance, or similar.
• At least 4+ years in a senior compliance managerial role within a medium/large organisation.
• Proven experience implementing integrated compliance programmes.
• Strong corporate governance understanding.
• Telecommunications or similar industry experience advantageous.

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