Analyst: AML/CFT Supervision Department (Pretoria) at FSCA South Africa

Purpose of the Job:

• To supervise and/or enforce compliance with the Financial Intelligence Centre Act, by the Financial Institutions categorized as accountable institutions and ensure that any referrals relating to AML/CFT matters received from the Financial Intelligence Centre are appropriately dealt with within the FSCA. The persons appointed to this position will report to the Manager: FICA Supervision Department.

Key Performance Areas:

• Monitor compliance with the FIC Act by the financial institutions;
• Identify and report trends in the financial services sector with possible impact on the FSCA’s ability to discharge its duties as a Supervisory Body;
• Conduct on-site and/or offsite inspections and other supervisory activities in terms of the FIC Act;
• Assist with investigations of all complaints relating to financial institutions;
• Actively participate in and contribute to industry and FSCA committees as and when required;
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders in respect of regulatory and supervisory matters; and
• Perform administrative or other supervisory activities relating to the regulatory framework.

Other Key Competencies:

• The candidate must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: Problem analysis and solving, judgement, oral and written communication, information gathering; good interpersonal skills; the ability to work in a team; emotional intelligence; customer relations; persuasiveness skills and good computer skills.
• FSCA is committed towards increasing the representation of marginalised groups in line with its Employment Equity Plan. Only Persons with disabilities will be considered for this position.
• Please note that correspondence and communication will only be conducted with short listed candidates and that the FSCA reserves the right not to appoint if a suitable candidate is not identified.

Requirements

• A Bachelors’ Degree (NQF 7) in Accounting, Audit, Law, Risk Management, or other relevant discipline with at least 2 years working experience within the financial services industry. The candidate must have a good knowledge and exposure to the financial sector laws. A good understanding of the FIC Act and the Financial Sector Regulation Act is essential. Excellent report writing skills are essential.

Closing Date: 08 July 2025