Head of Compliance - Africa

Support the business and provide compliance and regulatory advice

To assist in the identification of and preparation of forthcoming changes in law and regulations across the region.

Assisting with the development of internal controls, policies and guidelines in accordance with regulations to ensure compliance thereof.

Draft compliance reports and legal opinions

Implement and maintain Financial Advisory and Intermediary Service Act 37 of 2002 (FAIS) representative register

Lead and develop the Compliance team

Work across the IMEA LCPA function as required

Provide FAIS advice to human resources regarding FAIS and CPD requirements

The candidate must be a qualified FAIS compliance officer and must meet the FSCA’s requirements for internal compliance officers (Category I FSP)

Engage and liaise with regulators across the region as required

What you need to have:

Tertiary degree (LLB, BCom Law or similar) / Relevant qualification in accordance with the the FSCA’s approved qualifications list

Minimum of 10 years’ experience as a senior compliance officer in the financial services industry (candidate must have relevant testimonials confirming experience )

RE 1 certificate

Phase I and Phase II approval by the FSCA/ FSCA Approved Compliance Officer(CO)

Post Graduate Diploma in Compliance Management is preferred

Exposure to liaising with regulatory bodies

A sound knowledge of the applicable regulatory framework, compliance topics and applicable laws pertaining to the business (FAIS and the General Code of Conduct, Treating Customers Fairly , Insurance Act 18 of 2017 and Financial Services Regulations Act, Financial Intelligence Centre Act 38 of 2001 Policy Holder Protection Rules knowledge essential)

Experience managing compliance related queries and engaging with business

Experience in implementation of training

Team leadership experience

Working in a multinational environment with matrix reporting

Valid passport (or must be suitably qualified to apply for a passport)

International compliance experience beneficial

Competencies

Ability to work independently and in a team

Highly analytical with strong attention to detail

Assertive, able to operate in complex and dynamic working environment

Proficient in spoken English

Solution orientated, dedicated and someone who takes ownership of tasks and responsibilities

Ability to work under pressure and on own initiative

Confident and quick learner

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Act with integrity

Have sound judgement

Accuracy and clarity of drafting

Why join our team:

We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.

We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities.

Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.

Marsh (NYSE: MRSH) is a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marsh.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are also committed to providing reasonable support to any candidate with a disability to allow them to fully participate in the recruitment process. We welcome candidates to contact us at reasonableaccommodations@marsh.com to discuss any specific needs.

Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.