Job Openings at Curo Funds Service

Key Responsibilities

Implementation and Execution of the Legal and Compliance functions

• Review and administration of all business, vendor and client contracts including service level agreements, revising and updating these as required.
• Drafting new business, vendor and client contracts including service level agreements.
• Perform ongoing legislative risk analysis as it pertains to the business and reporting of any gaps in legislative compliance.
• Execute a risk-based compliance monitoring framework and plan.
• Assist in the completion of required compliance submissions to the regulators, i.e. FSCA, FIC, etc.
• Assist in drafting and revising relevant compliance related company policies and communicate to the business.

Legal and Compliance Consulting, Collaboration and Relationship Management

• Keeping abreast of the laws applicable to Curo and its clients and ensuring that business units are aware of its position with respect to the law.
• Timeously communicating changes in legislation and its impact to the business.
• Assist with reporting to the applicable regulators, especially FSCA.
• Assist with Legal or compliance advisory to management as required or perform necessary research.
• Assist Human Resources with labour law issues that may arise.

Assist company secretary

• Assist the company secretary in duties where applicable.
• Advise on Companies Act or Corporate Governance changes.

Training and Awareness

• Develop and deliver mandatory or non-mandatory training programs for employees on regulatory compliance, legal obligations, and ethical behaviour.
• Promote a culture of compliance across the organisation, ensuring that employees understand their legal and ethical responsibilities.

Report relevant legal and compliance information to the business and the Curo Board

• Assist the GRC manager with draft reporting to management as regards to legal and compliance activities and status of compliance.
• Assist the GRC manager with draft reporting to the Finance & Risk Committee as regards to the legal and compliance risk profile of the company.
• Complete all regulatory reporting as and when required

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• A legal qualification or professional certification in compliance (e.g., ICA, CAMS) is preferred.
• 5-7 years’ experience in legal and compliance within the financial services industry is beneficial.
• Strong knowledge of securities laws, financial regulations, and corporate governance principles.
• Experience with AML and KYC processes, as well as data protection laws.

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Key Responsibilities

Corporate Actions Management:

• Identify, validate, and manage all corporate action events (e.g., dividends, stock splits, mergers, rights issues, buybacks) relevant to investment portfolios.
• Liaise with custodians, brokers, and market sources to verify corporate action information and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure timely processing of corporate actions, including updating internal systems and client reporting.

Data and Record Maintenance:

• Accurately record corporate actions within fund accounting and portfolio management systems.
• Maintain up-to-date records of entitlements, settlements, and any adjustments resulting from corporate actions.

Client and Stakeholder Communication:

• Communicate relevant corporate action information to clients, internal teams, and stakeholders in a timely and clear manner.
• Respond to client queries related to corporate actions and their impact on portfolios.

Risk and Compliance Management:

• Ensure adherence to all regulatory, compliance, and internal risk policies related to corporate actions management.
• Monitor for potential risks or errors and escalate issues promptly for resolution.

Process Improvement:

• Identify opportunities for improving corporate actions processes and workflows.
• Support system enhancements, testing, and automation efforts to increase processing efficiency and accuracy.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Foster existing business relationships to ensure effective and efficient delivery, working with compliance, and operations teams to gather necessary data and insights.
• Support and guide junior fund accountants, providing training and support to ensure accurate and timely completion of tasks.

Process Improvement: 

• Streamline fund administration processes to enhance efficiency and reduce errors.
• Implement and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard fund assets and ensure data integrity.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as legal, compliance, and portfolio management, to ensure smooth fund operations.

Ad-Hoc Tasks:

• Perform ad-hoc accounting and reporting tasks as requested by clients or management.
• Ensure ad-hoc requests are handled efficiently and accurately

Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CPA or CFA designation advantageous.
• Good knowledge and understanding of the Financial Markets and Financial instruments.
• Good knowledge of HiPortfolio an advantage.
• 2-3 years of experience in corporate actions processing, fund administration, or a related role in financial services.
• Experience with accounting software is advantageous.

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Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team to ensure consistent delivery of high-quality outputs.
• Provide regular feedback, conduct performance reviews, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Motivate team members by celebrating achievements, addressing improvement areas constructively, and ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
• Ensure the team is cross-skilled and maintain an up-to-date skills matrix to enhance operational flexibility and resilience.

 Key BAU Deliverables

• Manage daily operational deliverables, including accurate pricing and data scrubbing, in alignment with SLAs and client expectations.
• Monitor workload distribution and reallocate resources as required to meet deadlines.
• Maintain and update SOPs, checklists, and process documentation to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Proactively log and address incidents, ensuring timely resolution and analysis to prevent recurrence.

Risk Management and Internal Controls

• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks within operational processes.
• Establish and uphold strong internal controls to comply with client, regulatory, and market requirements.
• Ensure all new processes are properly implemented and documented, and obsolete processes are decommissioned following due diligence.

Process Improvement and Strategic Input

• Evaluate existing processes and identify opportunities to enhance efficiency, reduce risks, and improve output quality.
• Implement automation tools and technology to streamline workflows and boost operational productivity.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives by analysing team performance and providing data-driven insights for decision-making.

Reporting and Metrics

• Monitor and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) for the team to track progress against goals.
• Prepare regular reports for senior management, highlighting performance trends, risks, and areas for improvement.
• Maintain transparent communication with stakeholders, ensuring timely updates on progress and challenges.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with internal teams, clients, and external service providers to ensure effective collaboration and resolution of issues.
• Facilitate open communication across stakeholders to ensure alignment and shared understanding of objectives.
• Represent the team in discussions with senior management, providing insights and recommendations.

Compliance and Regulatory

• Ensure all activities comply with regulatory frameworks, industry standards, and internal policies.
• Support audits and regulatory examinations by providing accurate and timely documentation.
• Contribute to the review and implementation of changes in policies and procedures, focusing on risk mitigation and efficiency.

Ad-Hoc Tasks

• Handle operational and reporting tasks as requested by senior management.
• Ensure ad-hoc assignments are completed efficiently and with precision.

Requirements

Qualifications and Experience

•  Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5  years experience in operations management within financial services or investment administration.
• At least 2 years in a leadership role, managing teams and operational workflows.
• In-depth knowledge of financial markets, pricing methodologies, and investment operations.
• Experience with financial systems and platforms (e.g., Bloomberg, MS Office Suite, advanced Excel).
• Professional certifications such as CFA, CA, or equivalent are advantageous.