Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

Senior Manager reporting to Chief Compliance Officer to drive comprehensive compliance management across Business and Commercial Banking operations and enablement functions, by maintaining regulatory frameworks, identifying and mitigating compliance risks, and ensuring adherence to legislative requirements across all jurisdictions. Provide expert guidance to stakeholders, oversee compliance monitoring and reporting, and foster a strong compliance culture while strategically partnering with business units to integrate compliance considerations into operational delivery and strategic planning. The role encompasses regulatory universe management and risk mitigation, stakeholder advisory and compliance culture development, strategic compliance integration and cross-jurisdictional alignment, and monitoring, reporting, and governance oversight.

Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Audit / Law / Finance / Compliance or a related field

Other Minimum Qualifications, Certifications or Professional Memberships: Professional certifications such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) is advantageous. A master’s degree (LLM or related field) is advantageous

Experience Required
Business Enablement
Compliance
8-10 years
The role requires a seasoned expert in Compliance with a sound knowledge of the relevant regulatory requirements and upcoming developments applicable to a specific business area as well as a solid understanding of banking products and activities.

Knowledge of payment operations would be advantageous.

Minimum 5 years experience in a Senior Compliance Manager role.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Articulating Information
• Convincing People
• Documenting Facts
• Empowering Individuals
• Establishing Rapport
• Exploring Possibilities
• Following Procedures
• Generating Ideas
• Interacting with People
• Making Decisions
• Providing Insights
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Evaluation of Internal Controls
• Financial Acumen
• Financial Industry Regulatory Framework
• Legal Compliance
• Process Governance
• Risk Awareness