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Head Of Regulatory Compliance

Talent Candey·Somerset West, Western Cape, south-africa·FULL_TIME
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-Closes Nov 14, 2026

Purpose of the Role Our reputable client within the Banking and Financial Services sector is seeking a highly experienced and driven Head of Regulatory Compliance to join their Compliance division. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the organization's Compliance Risk Management Framework (CRMF), ensuring adherence to applicable banking legislation, regulatory requirements, and governance standards. This senior role requires a strong regulatory compliance professional who can effectively manage regulatory risks, engage with regulatory authorities, and provide strategic compliance guidance to Executive Management and the Board. Key Responsibilities Develop, implement, and maintain the organization's Compliance Risk Management Framework (CRMF). Ensure compliance with applicable banking legislation, Prudential Authority requirements, FSCA regulations and the National Credit Act. Maintain the regulatory universe and obligations register, ensuring regulatory requirements are appropriately incorporated into business operations. Develop and execute annual compliance monitoring plans, identifying risks and ensuring corrective actions are implemented. Monitor legislative and regulatory changes and advise the business on their implications. Manage relationships and engagements with regulatory authorities, including inspections, reviews, and information requests. Oversee regulatory compliance reporting, breach registers, and compliance attestations. Provide regulatory compliance advice to Executive Management, the Board and business stakeholders. Assess regulatory implications of new products, services, partnerships, and digital initiatives. Collaborate with internal risk, audit, and specialist compliance functions to ensure effective regulatory oversight. Develop compliance training initiatives and promote a strong compliance culture. Support the development of the compliance function and ensure regulatory readiness as the organization grows. Minimum Requirements - Non-Negotiable Bachelor's degree in law, Commerce, Risk Management, or a related field. Minimum 10 years' compliance experience within Banking or Financial Services. Minimum 5 years' experience in a senior regulatory compliance leadership role. Proven experience developing, implementing, or enhancing Compliance Risk Management Frameworks (CRMF). Strong knowledge of South African banking legislation and regulatory requirements. Proven experience engaging with the Prudential Authority, FSCA and/or National Credit Regulator. Experience managing regulatory inspections, compliance monitoring, and regulatory reporting. Experience identifying compliance risks, implementing corrective measures, and managing remediation processes. Strong understanding of compliance monitoring and testing methodologies. Excellent regulatory interpretation, stakeholder management, and executive reporting skills. Advantageous Recognized professional compliance qualification or certification. Experience within a newly established or rapidly growing banking institution. Experience establishing or significantly enhancing regulatory compliance functions. Exposure to banking regulatory readiness and governance requirements. Key Competencies Strong regulatory and analytical skills. Excellent attention to detail. High levels of integrity and professional judgement. Strong leadership and stakeholder management abilities. Excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to interpret complex legislation and implement practical compliance solutions. Strategic thinking with a hands-on approach. Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving banking environment. Please take note: if you have not been contacted within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.2

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Talent Candey

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Somerset West, Western Cape, south-africa

Employment

FULL_TIME

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director

Valid until

November 14, 2026

Created

October 15, 2026

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