Accountancy Placements is a trusted leader in recruitment in Pietermaritzburg, as well as further afield.
Our passionate team has been finding and placing job seekers in the fields of accounting, finance and administration since 1984. That’s 40 years of service dedicated to helping our clients secure top talent. Under the current leadership of Laura Do...
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Our client is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Legal, Risk & Compliance Officer. The ideal candidate will be proactive, commercially minded, and confident navigating complex regulatory environments.
Responsibilities
Monitor regulatory developments and ensure compliance with FAIS, FICA, and all applicable legislation
Communicate with insurers, the FSCA, and other regulatory bodies regarding legal and compliance matters
Facilitate insurer audits and manage regulatory reporting and monitoring requirements
Develop and maintain the company's compliance framework, policies, and processes
Identify risks, prepare risk management reports, and conduct compliance monitoring and checks
Review claims and underwriting correspondence to ensure legislative compliance
Update compliance documentation, including policy schedules and disclosure notices
Ensure timely renewal of company licences, insurances, and financial lines
Draft, review, and negotiate business and insurance contracts and policies
Requirements
RE1 and RE5 qualifications
5+ years' compliance and risk management experience within the long- and short-term insurance industry
Experience in legal research and litigation processes
LLB degree (Advantageous)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience in policy and contract drafting, corporate governance, and compliance management
Knowledge of risk identification and mitigation strategies
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