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Risk and Compliance Manager Jobs in Western Cape, South Africa at Communicate Recruitment
Title: Risk and Compliance Manager
Company: Communicate Recruitment
Location: Western Cape, South Africa
JOB TITLE: Head of Compliance and Risk
LOCATION: Cape Town CBD
Brief Description:
Join a fast-scaling fintech as Head of Compliance and Risk.
Leverage your banking and fintech expertise to lead global compliance strategy and regulatory affairs.
Own high-impact initiatives across licensing, risk, and market expansion.
Ideal for a seasoned leader ready to drive innovation within a robust regulatory framework.
Job Description:
- Strategic Compliance Leadership
- Design and implement robust compliance and risk strategies that align with business goals and regulatory expectations
- Lead the compliance function across all operations, ensuring consistent standards are met in all jurisdictions
- Act as the key point of contact for regulatory bodies, driving proactive engagement and transparent communication
- Regulatory Expansion & Licensing
- Spearhead regulatory readiness as the business expands into new markets, overseeing all aspects of local and international license acquisition
- Collaborate across departments to ensure product and service launches comply with evolving legal frameworks
- Risk Frameworks & Governance
- Establish and maintain company-wide risk management protocols, including internal controls and risk mitigation procedures
- Build comprehensive reporting systems to identify potential exposure early and support strategic decision-making
- Operational Compliance Management
- Guide internal teams through regulatory change, providing hands-on support to embed compliance across day-to-day operations
- Drive internal audits, policy updates, and training initiatives to strengthen regulatory alignment at every level
- Reporting, Representation & Stakeholder Engagement
- Oversee timely submission of regulatory filings and reports, maintaining full compliance with local and cross-border obligations
- Represent the business in external audits, industry forums, and regulatory consultations to stay ahead of legislative developments
- Team Leadership & Culture Development
- Lead and develop a high-performing compliance team with a clear focus on collaboration, agility, and accountability
- Champion a company-wide culture of compliance by embedding awareness, ownership, and integrity into business operations
Skills & Experience:
Minimum 5–10 years in a senior compliance, risk, or regulatory affairs role
Proven track record in financial services, fintech, banking, or payments
Direct experience working with regulatory bodies and financial authorities
Deep knowledge of AML, KYC, POPIA/GDPR, consumer protection, and payment regulations.
Experience managing regulatory license applications (local and international).
Strong understanding of risk frameworks and governance standards (e.g., ISO 31000, COSO).
Qualification:
A tertiary qualification in Law, Finance, risk and compliance or similar
A professional designation and postgraduate will be highly beneficial
Contact ALEXANDRA MALONEY on 021 418 1750, quoting the Ref: CTF020806