About the role
Company Description
Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.
Job Description
To execute Compliance Risk Management processes and activities within a specific Client Segment or Functional area, to ensure that the area is undertaken in a compliant manner to avoid operational losses, fines, penalties or reputational damage to the organisation and enable the competitive advantage of the organisation.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Law or Commerce Degree
A post-graduate qualification in compliance or risk management will be advantageous
Experience:
3-5 years with a sound knowledge of the relevant regulatory requirements and upcoming developments applicable to a specific Client Segment / business area / Functional area as well as a solid understanding of banking products and activities.
Behavioural Competencies:
Articulating Information
Checking Things
Documenting Facts
Interpreting Data
Providing Insights
Upholding Standards
Technical Competencies:
Evaluation of Internal Controls
Financial Industry Regulatory Framework
Legal Compliance
Process Governance
Risk Awareness
Additional Information
Key Impact Areas:
Analyse the operational activities within a dedicated Client Segment to identify compliance risks and ensure adherence to the relevant Standard Bank compliance frameworks and standards.
Customise and maintain generic risk management plans (RMPs) for a dedicated Client Segment to ensure it is appropriate within the regulatory context.
Fulfil the required regulatory role (where dedicated Compliance officers are required as per requirements) as prescribed by the relevant governing body.
Proactively identify and address gaps in controls, processes and procedures and monitor remediation plans to address any short-comings.
Provide guidance and advice to stakeholders regarding the regulatory universe, relevant compliance frameworks underpinning their operations and any other regulatory developments, to ensure that the area can comfortably manage compliance risks and conduct business in a compliant manner.
