Head of Regulatory Compliance

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Overview This senior role is for a Head of Regulatory Compliance within the Compliance division of a reputable client in the Banking and Financial Services sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the organization’s Compliance Risk Management Framework (CRMF) to ensure adherence to applicable banking legislation, regulatory requirements, and governance standards. The role requires a strong regulatory compliance professional to manage regulatory risks, engage with regulatory authorities, and provide strategic compliance guidance to Executive Management and the Board. What you will do * 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. Requirements (from the original advert) 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. Who should apply The ideal candidate is a highly experienced, driven, and strong regulatory compliance professional with a background in Banking or Financial Services. They should possess robust regulatory and analytical skills, excellent attention to detail, high levels of integrity and professional judgement, and strong leadership and stakeholder management abilities. The candidate must be adept at interpreting complex legislation, implementing practical compliance solutions, thinking strategically with a hands-on approach, and operating effectively in a fast-paced, evolving banking environment. Deadline Not specified Reference Original posting: https://www.jobmail.co.za/jobs/finance-accounting/finance-accounting-management/somerset-west/head-of-regulatory-compliance-id-7600282 Source: jobmail

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