Head: Regulatory Relations at Absa Group Limited (Absa)

Job Summary

• A leading pan-African bank in Johannesburg is looking to appoint a Head of Regulatory Relations to serve as a strategic advisor on regulatory trends and risks.

Job Description

• This role demands an in-depth understanding of industry regulations, excellent communication skills, and the ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders to safeguard and enhance the organisation’s reputation. The incumbent will offer strategic regulatory guidance to the Board, Executive Management, and Senior Leadership, outline plans for all Group regulators, and coordinate with Heads of Compliance in various jurisdictions. They will also manage relationships with regulatory bodies and build connections across the political spectrum.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Senior-level work experience in regulatory bodies 
• a strong network within regulatory and government establishments
• Regulatory affairs, compliance, legal or risk management experience
• Success in negotiating high-impact regulatory matters
• Experience engaging C-suite executives and boards on regulatory strategy and risk mitigation

Education: 

• Pertinent Bachelors degree, Masters and professional certifications 

Education

• Postgraduate Degrees and Professional Qualifications: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)