Support the maintenance and execution of Group Compliance’s governance framework.
Assist in implementing procedures that promote sound governance and oversight of risk and controls.
Ensure adherence to legal, regulatory, and internal policy requirements.
Contribute to governance reporting and support the delivery of the combined assurance plan.
Maintain documentation of mandates, authorities, and governance structures.
Assist in embedding the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework within Group Compliance.
Monitor and report on emerging risks and regulatory developments.
Conduct compliance risk assessments and contribute to stress testing exercises.
Support the implementation of risk mitigation strategies, including business continuity planning.
Maintain and apply compliance methodologies and frameworks.
Support the design and maintenance of internal control systems.
Monitor the Compliance Regulatory and Policy universes.
Provide quality assurance on compliance risk and control activities.
Aggregate and analyze risk data to support monitoring and dashboard creation.
Prepare regulatory and executive risk reports.
Lead a team of GRC professionals, providing guidance, mentorship, and performance management.
Engage with internal stakeholders and support external engagements with regulators and auditors.
Monitor control testing and track remediation efforts.
Prepare and present compliance reports to governance committees and senior stakeholders.

Relevant qualifications in Risk Management, Governance, Control, Internal Audit or Regulatory Compliance.
Demonstrated experience in frameworks, assurance, and regulatory interpretation.
Minimum 7 years’ experience in banking compliance, risk or governance, with at least 3 years in a leadership or specialist role.
Strong understanding of South African financial legislation and global GRC standards.
Experience in regulatory interpretation, risk analytics, and compliance frameworks.

Senior Manager – Governance, Risk and Control (GRC)

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