Compliance Assistant at WeBuyCars

Role Description
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct and oversee FICA/KYC checks: Perform and meticulously review FICA (Financial Intelligence Centre Act) documents, such as KYC (Know Your Customer) and Customer Due Diligence (CDD) for all transactions handled by the buying, sales, and finance departments.
• Ensure compliance and accuracy: Proactively identify, investigate, and escalate any discrepancies, or non-compliance issues to management and relevant stakeholders.
• Provide expert guidance: Serve as a primary point of contact for internal teams, offering clear guidance and support on FICA documentation requirements and best practices.
• Maintain robust compliance records: Accurately log and manage all FICA checks, ensuring a comprehensive and auditable trail of compliance activities.
• Contribute to compliance audits: Actively assist in preparing for and participating in internal and external audits, as well as regulatory inspections related to FICA.
• Support broader compliance initiatives: Work closely with the Compliance team to support new projects, policy updates, and training initiatives.
• Collaborate with legal and management: Provide direct support to the Head of Legal and Legal Manager on special projects and tasks related to legal and regulatory compliance.

Role Requirements
Skills:

• Strong Attention to detail
• Following procedures
• Risk Awareness
• Time Management
• Stress Tolerance
• Detail Oriented
• Good drafting/ Written Communication
• People Management Skills
• Team collaboration 
• Ability to work independently

Requirements:

• Matric or Equivalent
• Understanding of the FICA Act
• 1 - 2 years experience in a compliance or similar role
• Certificate in Compliance is an advantage

Deadline:18th February,2026