Active Jobs at FSCA South Africa

Purpose of the Job:

• To assist the department in ensuring that the approved authorised Financial Services Providers (FSPs) and their Compliance Officers complies with the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services (FAIS) legislation. The person appointed to this position will report to the Manager.

Key Performance Areas:

• Monitor compliance with legislation to ensure sound and efficient Financial Services Providers and the protection of consumers;
• Analyse annual financial statements of Financial Services Providers to ensure that proper reporting standards and procedures have been followed;
• Analyse compliance reports of Financial Services Providers;
• Identify and report trends in the financial services sector with possible impact on the FSCA’s regulatory objectives;
• Identify financial risks based on analysis of financial statements and any other financial information;
• Perform on site visits in terms of risk based supervision approach;
• Liaison with Financial Services Providers; and
• Perform administrative or other activities relating to the regulation framework.

Other Key Competencies:

• The candidate must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: A high level of judgement and a confident and decisive approach; problem analysis; attention to detail; information gathering; communication skills; good interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence; customer relations and persuasiveness skills.

Requirements

• An LLB or B Com or B Tech with Accounting as major with at least 2 to 3 years relevant experience of financial services industry or compliance management. The candidate must have a good knowledge and exposure to the financial sector, a good understanding of the FAIS Act of 2002. Good knowledge and/or experience of the FAIS regulatory framework and understanding of the insurance or banking industry is essential. Knowledge of Crypto Assets Services Providers (CASPs) will be considered an advantage.

Closing Date: 20 June 2025

go to method of application »

Purpose of the Job:

• To assist the department in ensuring that the approved authorised Financial Services Providers (FSPs) and their Compliance Officers comply with the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services (FAIS) legislation and its subordinate legislation. The person appointed to this position will report to the Manager.

Key Performance Areas:

• Monitor compliance with legislation to ensure sound and efficient Financial Services Providers and the protection of consumers;
• Analyse financial statements and other statutory reports of Financial Services Providers;
• Ensure that following a thorough analysis, matters are referred for regulatory actions where applicable;
• Assist Manager with theme work and conduct research in terms of risk base supervision approach;
• Identify and report trends in the financial services sector with possible impact on the FSCA’s regulatory objectives;
• Take part in the implementation of a Conduct Risk Framework as part of supervision and monitoring;
• Perform onsite inspection in terms of risk-based supervision approach;
• Assist junior staff with planning and performance on onsite inspection;
• Liaison with Financial Services Providers; and
• Perform administrative or other activities relating to the regulation framework.

Other Key Competencies:

• The candidate must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: A high level of judgement and a confident and decisive approach; problem analysis; information gathering; communication skills; good interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence; customer relations and persuasiveness skills.

Requirements

• An LLB or B Com or B Tech degree with Accounting as a major with at least 3 years relevant experience of financial services industry or compliance management. The candidate must have a good knowledge and exposure to the financial sector, a good understanding of the FAIS Act of 2002. Good knowledge and/or experience of the FAIS regulatory framework and understanding of the insurance or banking industry is essential. Knowledge and understanding of Crypto Assets Services Providers (CASPs) is required.

Closing Date: 20 June 2025

go to method of application »

Purpose of the Job: 

• To conduct forensic regulatory investigations within the financial services industry (financial markets, insurance, collective investment schemes, hedge funds, pension funds and financial and advisory services) and to take responsibility for the regulatory and enforcement action, following from such investigations. Persons appointed to these positions will report to the Senior Manager. 

Key Performance Areas:

• Assess complaints and new cases for further action.
• Create and execute clear, focused, and efficient investigation plans with reasonable timelines.
• Conduct quality investigations (gathering all relevant, admissible evidence and proper analysis of the evidence);
• Take responsibility for the execution of all enforcement actions, including the drafting of all enforcement documentation presentation to enforcement meetings, debarments, withdrawal of licences and administrative penalties. 

Other Key Competencies:

• Candidates must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: proven interviewing skills, a confident and decisive approach particularly in difficult situations must be a person with a high level of judgement and integrity; and must be able to carry out duties independently, impartially, and objectively. Candidates must be able to draft investigation reports, with findings properly supported by cross-referenced evidence.  

Requirements

• An LLB, Accounting, or Forensic orientated degree, with at least 3 to 4 years’ experience in litigation, prosecution, forensic investigation, or forensic accounting; an admitted attorney or advocate (for law incumbents) A good knowledge and understanding of the law of evidence (admissibility; documentary and computer-generated evidence); and the financial sector will be an advantage. 

Closing Date: 20 June 2025

go to method of application »

Purpose of the Job: 

• The Regulatory Advisor will be responsible for assisting the Senior Manager and Head of Department with the on-going review and development of regulatory frameworks and where applicable, engaging with National Treasury regarding the development of primary legislation in respect of which the FSCA has jurisdiction. The person will also be responsible for providing regulatory support to other Divisions within the FSCA. The person appointed to this position will report to the Senior Manager: Regulatory Framework Department.

Key Performance Areas:

• Assist the Senior Manager and Head of Department with the on-going review and development of regulatory frameworks;
• Assist in developing, implementing and maintaining operational processes and procedures to improve the functioning of the Regulatory Framework Department 
• Assist in designing, managing, coordinating and executing projects in the Regulatory Framework Department and broader FSCA;
• Conduct relevant research (including comparative research) to improve the standard of regulation in line with national and international developments and requirements;
• Author or contribute to research papers, discussion documents, issue papers, policy position papers and proposals to evolve and develop primary or secondary legislation
• Author or contribute to guidance notices, interpretational rulings, application forms, information requests, communications and other documents assisting with the implementation of the legislative framework;
• Assist in facilitating and coordinating meaningful input to comments on documentation and legislation published for consultation;
• Assist in managing and promoting relationship with local, regional and international regulators, industry bodies, government departments and any other internal and external stakeholders;
• Participate in local and foreign initiatives, committees, conferences, meetings, and other engagements falling within the purview of the Regulatory Framework Department;
• Provide regulatory support to other FSCA Divisions/Departments;
• Handle and respond to external queries regarding the interpretation and application of regulatory and legislative provisions; 
• Internal and external stakeholder engagement on regulatory developments; and
• Assist in preparing and compiling management or other reports.

Other Key Competencies:

• The candidate must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: A high level of judgement and a confident and decisive approach; ability to analyse problems and research; good communication, assertive and persuasive; report writing; project management; emphasis on quality and ability to work independently; ability to work effectively under pressure; and interpersonal skills.

Requirements

• A legal degree (legislative drafting qualification an added benefit) with at least 5 years relevant experience in the financial sector in a policy development, legislative drafting, legal or compliance role and be able to provide a holistic legal support function. A broad knowledge of the industries regulated by the FSCA is necessary. Experience in the retirement fund; investments; and financial markets environments, as well as coordinating, participating in, and researching international and local matters will be a further added advantage.

Closing Date: 20 June 2025

go to method of application »

Description:

• The FSCA offers bursaries to matriculants and/or students with disabilities who are studying at any recognised South African university or any accredited institution of higher learning.

What the Bursary Covers:

• The FSCA bursary for students with disabilities covers full-time studies in Data Science / Business Management / BCom: Economics / BCom: Finance and Bachelor of Laws degree. This bursary covers registration costs and tuition fees, prescribed textbooks, accommodation including meals, monthly allowance for incidental expenses and supportive learning device such as a wheelchair, Zoom Text software, or a Jaws Reader, computer or any device recommended by a medical doctor.

Duration:

• The bursary will be awarded for the duration of the identified qualification.

What is Expected

• The bursar(s) will be required to enter into a work-back contract with the FSCA proportional to the number of years they have been funded by the organisation. Experiential learning will be provided to bursar(s) during and upon completion of their studies.
• Correspondence and Communication.

Requirements

• The bursary is for undergraduate studies in disciplines identified above. Applicants must be in possession of a South African barcoded identity document / ID card. The application must be accompanied by a motivation letter, curriculum vitae, latest copy of certified results or matric certificate, a letter from the medical doctor as proof of permanent disability and proof of parents’ latest income (e.g., a payslip or affidavit if the parent is unemployed).

Closing Date: 31 August 2025

go to method of application »

Purpose of the Job:

• Responsible for leading, developing, monitoring and managing the PMO function. The role will support the successful delivery of organizational strategic programs undertaken by providing oversight to inform prioritization decisions, defining and maintaining project management standards through effective facilitation, tracking and reporting. The person appointed to this position will be reporting to the Chief Information Officer (CIO).

Key Performance Areas:

• Develop and implement the PMO strategy and operating model, frameworks and charter.
• Ensure management and leadership of project Managers including managing the day-to-day activities in the PMO, providing guidance on PMO policies and processes, overseeing project management staff, and collaborating with other department leaders to deliver projects.
• Drive Demand Management process in consultation with relevant stakeholders
• Lead, develop, monitor and manage the PMO function and create a culture of high performance, value-for-money, optimization and innovation through effective team performance management.
• Support CIO by managing the ICT and Digital Transformation projects portfolio lifecycle ensuring strategic alignment.
• Facilitate among the PMO stakeholders and organizational leadership a consensus around the mission and vision of the PMO organisation to foster a project-management-oriented culture and mindset;
• Ensure management and leadership of a team of business analysts and the development of IT Services business analysis capability through professional development activities.
• Lead, develop, monitor, manage and Mature the IT Quality Assurance and Testing capability  
• Ensure management and leadership of a team of IT Quality Assurance and Testing professionals 
• Lead the identification and implementation of project management processes, methods, tools, guidelines and standards in order to establish a stable framework that supports all project teams and stakeholders to improve the probability of successful project delivery;
• Facilitate the agreed-upon process that develops plans and prioritization by leadership and governance;
• Define, manage and direct the needed end-to-end PMO work effort, which includes leveraging best practices and techniques in identifying, quantifying and tracking the realization of expected benefits;
• Provide ongoing coaching and mentoring to PMO staff and project managers;
• Build and maintain relationships with senior leadership and key PMO stakeholders, and acts as a trusted advisor; and 
• Regularly reviews and evaluates opportunities to improve the project management best practices in order to achieve higher maturity in Project Portfolio Management (PPM).

Other Key Competencies:

• The candidate must demonstrate the following skills and attributes:  Excellent oral and written communication skills, be creative and innovative, quality and detail orientated, customer focused, a distinctive blend of business and IT skills. Cross functional relationship building, effective at influencing and good negotiating skills.

Requirements

• A Degree in Computer Science or Information Systems, Business Administration or related field. qualification; with at least 10 years’ relevant experience in Project Management; of which 7 years must be at a management level. The candidate must demonstrate experience in leading diverse teams, experience with Agile methodologies and one or more project management methodologies (e.g. PMI PMBOK, and PRINCE2).Demonstrated management/supervisory experience in project management and the execution of multiple or large projects, during which more than one of the following occurred – Thought leader with a view to creating a viable PMO service and supporting pragmatic delivery of projects; Competency in strategic thinking and leadership, with strong abilities in relationship management; Leadership of multidiscipline and high-performance work teams; Proven track record of successful delivery of programs and projects; and Good knowledge of portfolio management strategy.

Closing Date: 26 June 2025

go to method of application »

Purpose of the Job:

• To design and apply research techniques to gather, process and analyse insights. Gather insights through conducting relevant market and bespoke research. Identify market conduct trends, write reports and present research findings to various stakeholders. The person will also conduct relevant international benchmarking research taking into account behavioral insights techniques. The person will also be responsible for conducting fieldwork research such as mystery shopping when required. The person appointed to this position will report directly to the Senior Manager: Economic and Market Risk Analysis.

Key Performance Areas:

• Assist the department in designing and applying research techniques to gather, process and analyse insights.
• Gather primary data using questionnaires, surveys, and interviews amongst other methods.
• Conduct mystery shopping research, conduct surveys and other relevant fieldwork.
• Conduct relevant international benchmarking research using various sources of information.
• Record findings, analyse and interpret patterns and trends.
• Assist with monitoring and analysing financial consumer sentiments from online and social media platforms.
• Write research proposals, reports and present research findings and observations.
• Engage and collaborate with colleagues from other teams (various internal stakeholders) as required to deliver joint projects and/or generate new insights.
• Perform such other tasks necessary or desirable to enhance the performance of the department.

Other Key Competencies:

• The candidate must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: A high level of judgement and a confident and decisive approach; problem analysis; information gathering; oral and written communication skills; good presentation skills, good interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence; ability to work in a team, ability to work independently with minimal supervision, innovative and strategic thinking. Willingness to learn from and transfer knowledge and skills to colleagues; and to work after hours when required.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in behavioral economics, Marketing, or related fields of study with at least 5 years working experience related to research. A relevant postgraduate degree would be an added advantage. The candidate must also have sound understanding of research methodologies and demonstrable experience in designing and applying research techniques.

Closing Date: 26 June 2025