Group Compliance Officer at Marvel Placement Consultant

Group Compliance Officer

• Our client, a leading medical distributor based in Johannesburg East, is currently recruiting for a Group Compliance Officer that will be responsible to spearheads the development, implementation, and continuous enhancement of the organisation's compliance and regulatory program. It will be highly beneficial if the candidate encompasses medical industry exposure and experience.

Minimum Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Law is essential.
• A postgraduate qualification or professional certification in compliance, risk management, or corporate governance (e.g., Certified Compliance Professional (CCP), Certified Risk Manager (CRM), or similar certifications).

In-depth knowledge of South African laws and regulations, including but not limited to:

• Companies Act
• Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
• Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA)
• Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption laws
• Familiarity with industry-specific guidelines and standards, such as Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Good Distribution Practice (GDP).
• Strong understanding of risk management principles and practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively train and educate staff on compliance matters.
• Solid knowledge of ISO13485 and ISO 9001.

 Roles and Responsibilities
Policy and Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to company policies, internal procedures, industry regulations, and relevant legislation across all business activities.

Compliance Program Development

• Develop and implement a robust compliance program incorporating the seven pillars of corporate compliance, and design compliance plans.

Risk Management

• Identify organizational risks and provide effective recommendations for their elimination or mitigation.

Regulatory Monitoring and Updates

• Monitor developments in industry regulations and legislation, driving necessary changes to ensure sustainability and business continuity.

Auditing and Employee Training

• Proactively guide the auditing of processes, documents, and practices, while informing and training employees.

Control Systems Oversight

• Create and oversee control systems to prevent legal and policy violations, evaluate their efficiency, and continuously improve them.

Strategic Decision Input

• Provide input to strategic decisions affecting the compliance function and compile compliance reports for stakeholders.

Crisis Management and Issue Resolution

• Develop and implement plans to manage crises or compliance violations effectively, and address compliance issues with management or employees promptly.

Regulatory Affairs and Quality Management

• Oversee the development, implementation, and maintenance of regulatory strategies, ensure compliance with regulatory agencies, and monitor the Quality Management System (QMS).

Standards Implementation and Monitoring

• Oversee the implementation of ISO standards, guide the development of quality systems, and ensure product and process compliance with regulatory requirements.