Company:
Capitec Bank
Industry: Banking / Financial Services
Deadline: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Experience: 5 years
Location: Western Cape
Province: Stellenbosch
Field: Law / Legal
Main Purpose
- To proactively manage Capitec’s regulatory preparedness and threat intelligence capabilities in a dynamic AML/CFT environment. This role ensures the business remains agile in responding to regulatory changes, inspections, and emerging financial crime risks, thereby safeguarding compliance and reputational integrity
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and interpret local and international AML/CFT regulatory developments.
- Lead readiness initiatives for regulatory inspections and external audits.
- Develop and maintain a threat intelligence framework to identify emerging financial crime risks.
- Liaise with regulatory bodies (e.g., FIC, SARB, FSCA) and internal stakeholders.
- Conduct impact assessments of regulatory changes and advise on implementation strategies.
- Prepare and present reports to senior management on compliance posture and threat landscape.
Minimun requirements
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Risk Management, Finance, or related field.
- Postgraduate qualification in Compliance, Financial Crime, or Forensic Accounting (preferred).
Experience
- 5 years in financial services compliance, with 5+ years in AML/CFT.
- Proven experience in regulatory inspections, threat intelligence, and risk assessments.
- Familiarity with South African AML/CFT legislation and FATF standards.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in AML/CFT systems (e.g., goAML, screening tools).
- Strong analytical and reporting skills.
- Advanced MS Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Experience with data analytics tools (advantageous).
Core Competencies
- Strategic thinking and regulatory foresight.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement.
- High attention to detail and integrity.
- Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional initiatives.
Conditions of Employment
- Clear criminal and credit record
