Compliance Officer
Job Location:
Paarl - South Africa
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Posted:
3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline:
30 September 2026
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Reference: CPT000446-AE-1
Our client a well-established financial services business based in Paarl is seeking an experienced Compliance Officer to join their team.
This is a standalone compliance role reporting to the Group COO and working closely with the broader Group team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and strengthening the companys compliance framework with a strong focus on AML/CFT FICA compliance regulatory reporting risk management due diligence client onboarding sanctions screening and regulatory engagement.
Our client a well-established financial services business based in Paarl is seeking an experienced Compliance Officer to join their team.
This is a standalone compliance role reporting to the Group COO and working closely with the broader Group team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and strengthening the companys compliance framework with a strong focus on AML/CFT FICA compliance regulatory reporting risk management due diligence client onboarding sanctions screening and regulatory engagement.
Duties & Responsibilities
Requirements:
Minimum 5 years compliance experience within the financial services sector.
Experience gained within banking payments asset management fintech or related financial services environments.
Strong knowledge of FICA AML/CFT requirements FAIS POPIA and regulatory reporting obligations.
Experience engaging with regulators and managing compliance monitoring programmes.
Ability to review contracts and identify regulatory risks.
Relevant qualification in Compliance Law Finance Risk Management or a related field will be advantageous.
Fluent in both Afrikaans and English.
Key Competencies:
High ethical standards and integrity.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Location:
Paarl Western Cape
Only suitably qualified candidates who meet the above requirements will be considered.
Please email your CV through to with a photo salary expectation location and availability
Minimum 5 years compliance experience within the financial services sector.
Experience gained within banking payments asset management fintech or related financial services environments.
Strong knowledge of FICA AML/CFT requirements FAIS POPIA and regulatory reporting obligations.
Experience engaging with regulators and managing compliance monitoring programmes.
Ability to review contracts and identify regulatory risks.
Relevant qualification in Compliance Law Finance Risk Management or a related field will be advantageous.
Fluent in both Afrikaans and English.
Key Competencies:
High ethical standards and integrity.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Location:
Paarl Western Cape
Only suitably qualified candidates who meet the above requirements will be considered.
Please email your CV through to with a photo salary expectation location and availability
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority