Compliance Administrator (Cape Town)

Job description

Purpose of role:
The Compliance Administrator plays a key role in supporting the company’s commitment to operating in a compliant, ethical, and risk-conscious manner. This role is responsible for conducting routine and ad-hoc compliance checks, maintaining key administrative registers, and supporting various compliance, risk, and company secretarial functions. Through diligent and accurate work, the role ensures that the business remains audit-ready, compliant with internal standards, and aligned with external regulatory requirements.

You’ll thrive in this role if…

• You’re highly organized and take pride in maintaining accurate, up-to-date records.
• You enjoy working through checklists, processes, and documentation with consistency and precision.
• You have a keen eye for detail and can spot inconsistencies or missing information others may miss.
• You take initiative to follow up and close gaps, especially when dealing with compliance matters.
• You’re comfortable working with confidential information and understand the importance of discretion.
• You’re self-motivated, able to manage recurring tasks without reminders, and meet deadlines consistently.
• You value routine but can also adapt quickly when processes or regulations change.
• You enjoy being part of a team that works to protect the business and ensure regulatory standards are met.

What you’ll do…

Compliance administration        

• Conduct daily and weekly compliance checks on new merchant onboardings.·         
• Verify KYC and FICA documentation, validate bank-out details, and ensure safe customer onboarding.·         
• Review and approve agent registration files and recertification documentation

Compliance and risk support·         

• Draft and populate compliance-related template letters accurately and promptly.·         
• Maintain and update compliance registers, trackers, and audit logs.·         
• Assist with the collection, review, and organisation of vendor documentation and packs.

Company secretary administration and support        

• Provide support with the preparation and filing of company secretarial documents.·         
• Assist in maintaining statutory records and supporting governance processes.
• Coordinate and organise documentation for compliance-related meetings or filings

Requirements

Qualifications and experience

• Certification in compliance or risk management
• 12 months of compliance experience will be considered beneficial.
• A working understanding of compliance, legal, and regulatory frameworks (e.g., KYC, FICA, onboarding).
• Strong administrative skills and high attention to detail.
• Experience in compliance or audit support functions is advantageous.
• Ability to draft basic documents and populate templates accurately.
• Familiarity with maintaining registers and records for legal or regulatory purposes.

Posted on 13 Nov 11:44, Closing date 12 Jan