Compliance Specialist at Capitec – Apply Now!

Are you a detail-driven legal or compliance professional passionate about banking and financial regulation? Capitec Bank, one of South Africa’s leading retail banks, is hiring a Compliance Specialist to strengthen its compliance and regulatory oversight. This is your opportunity to be part of a dynamic, forward-thinking team that’s reshaping the financial services landscape with a focus on sustainability, accountability, and innovation.

What You’ll Do

As a Compliance Specialist at Capitec, you will:

• Provide expert guidance to the business on compliance and regulatory obligations.

• Support the development and implementation of compliance frameworks and strategies.

• Monitor and manage legal and regulatory risks to protect the bank’s reputation and operations.

• Liaise with senior stakeholders, including Exco, on legislative compliance.

• Contribute to an ethical, responsible, and efficient compliance culture within the organization.

What We’re Looking For

Minimum Experience Required:

• 4 to 5 years of compliance or legal experience in financial services.

• Demonstrated experience in regulatory stakeholder engagement at senior levels.

• Proven ability to oversee legislation related to financial services, such as FAIS and LTIA.

Ideal Experience:

• Experience managing compliance for specific portfolios such as credit insurance or funeral cover.

• Familiarity with Capitec’s products and services is a strong advantage.

Educational Requirements

Minimum Qualification:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Law.

• Admitted Attorney (essential).

Preferred Qualification:

• Honours Degree in Law.

• Compliance Institute of Southern Africa certification.

Key Knowledge Areas

• Legal practice and compliance frameworks.

• Risk management and compliance monitoring methodologies.

• Strong understanding of FAIS, LTIA, and other applicable regulations.

• Familiarity with compliance software and stakeholder engagement processes is a plus.

Essential Skills

• Project management and planning.

• Strong problem-solving abilities.

• Interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

• Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Employment Conditions

• Clear criminal and credit record.

• Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle.

Capitec is deeply committed to employment equity and encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply. All appointments will aim to support our equity goals where applicable.

Ready to take the next step in your compliance career?
Apply now through Capitec’s careers page and help shape the future of ethical banking.

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📝 CV Tips for a Compliance Specialist Role:

1. Highlight Legal and Regulatory Experience:
   Clearly showcase your experience with legislation such as FAIS and LTIA. Include specific compliance frameworks you’ve worked with.

2. Tailor Your CV to the Role:
   Use keywords from the job description such as “regulatory oversight,” “risk management,” and “compliance monitoring.”

3. Showcase Stakeholder Engagement:
   Emphasize your ability to work with Exco or senior leadership – this is a key part of the role.

4. Certifications Matter:
   If you have a Compliance Institute of Southern Africa certification or similar, make it prominent.

5. Demonstrate Results:
   Mention successful compliance projects, audits passed, or risk mitigations you’ve led.

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https://www.capitecbank.co.za