Assistant Compliance Officer

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Job Description

This entry-level role supports the implementation of regulatory compliance and governance practices within the business unit. The incumbent assists with compliance monitoring activities, regulatory tracking, reporting and awareness initiatives, gaining practical exposure to compliance risk management processes. The role contributes to maintaining adherence to applicable legislation and internal policies under supervision, while building professional capability in the compliance discipline. The position reports directly to the Business Unit Compliance Officer.

Role Purpose:
Provide operational and administrative support to the Compliance Officer to help implement compliance risk management and monitoring activities across the stakeholder areas, while developing foundational compliance capability and regulatory knowledge.

The key result areas of the Assistant Compliance Officer will be to assist the Advanced or Senior Compliance Officer with:

1. Compliance Monitoring Support

• Assist in executing approved compliance monitoring activities in line with the annual compliance plan.

• Support the preparation of monitoring documentation, worksheets and compliance files.

• Perform basic compliance checks and reviews under guidance.

• Capture monitoring results accurately within the Governance, Risk and Compliance system (CURA).

2. Regulatory Tracking & Administration

• Support the tracking of legislative and regulatory developments impacting the business unit.

• Maintain regulatory registers, compliance calendars and documentation repositories.

• Assist in updating compliance risk management and monitoring plans as directed.

3. Reporting & Documentation

• Assist in drafting compliance reports and preparing supporting information for review.

• Capture, track and follow up on remediation actions arising from monitoring activities.

• Maintain accurate compliance records and audit trails.

4. Compliance Awareness & Learning Support

• Support the coordination and delivery of compliance awareness initiatives and training logistics.

• Assist with the preparation of communication material relating to regulatory requirements.

• Build foundational knowledge of applicable legislation relevant to the business unit.

5. Stakeholder Support

• Provide administrative and operational support to the Compliance Officer in engaging with business stakeholders.

• Assist in monitoring adherence to policies and procedures through routine review activities.

• Escalate identified issues or potential non-compliance to the Compliance Officer.

6. Professional Development

• Progress toward a recognised compliance qualification.

• Develop working knowledge of regulatory frameworks relevant to the financial services environment.

• Build capability in compliance monitoring methodologies, tools and governance practices.

 

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

Specific Qualifications Required:

• Grade 12 (Matric).
• Relevant undergraduate degree or tertiary qualification in Compliance, Law, or a related field.
• Relevant FAIS-recognised qualification for Compliance Officers.
• Certificate in Compliance would be advantageous.
• Studying towards or having completed a legal qualification would be advantageous.
• Studying towards or having obtained the Compliance Institute Southern Africa (CISA) Compliance Practitioner (CPrac) professional designation would be advantageous.

Specific Experience Required:

• 3 years of industry experience.

• Experience in ensuring compliance within a business unit of a life insurance company would be advantageous.

• Basic understanding of regulatory environments within financial services would be advantageous.

• Strong attention to detail and administrative capability.

• Good written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work with structured processes and follow guidance.

• Proficiency in MS Office.

Specific Skills Required:

• IT Skills: Ability to utilise software such as MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Report Writing: Ability to write reports for operational management.
• Presentation Skills: Ability to present to operational management.
• Training Skills: Ability to train staff and operational management.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse complex, interrelated data and information.
• Planning and Organising: Strong planning and organisational ability.

Skills

Compliance Software, Computer Literacy, Customs Compliance, Data Compilation, Engineering Standards, Evaluating Information, Learning and Development (L&D), Legal Practices, Management Reporting, Oral Communications, Professional Presentation, Regulatory Compliance Management

Competencies

Action Oriented

Communicates Effectively

Decision Quality

Ensures Accountability

Instills Trust

Manages Complexity

Optimizes Work Processes

Organizational Savvy

Education

NQF Level 7 - Degree, Advance Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate or equivalent

Closing Date

19 November 2026 , 23:59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

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