Permanent Head, Compliance, BCB Enablement & Group Functions | Standard Bank Vacancies
Job Description
Standard Bank Vacancies – Head, Compliance, BCB Enablement & Group Functions
Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Company: Standard Bank
Job Type: Permanent
Job Sector: Compliance & Governance
Company Description
Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group and an innovative player on the global stage. We offer diverse career-enhancing opportunities and the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented professionals. Serving clients ranging from individuals to businesses, high-net-worth families, and multinational corporations, we are committed to driving growth in Africa. Our mission is to deliver meaningful value to clients and communities while fostering a strong sense of purpose for our employees.
Job Description
As the Head, Compliance, BCB Enablement & Group Functions, you will drive comprehensive compliance management across Business and Commercial Banking operations and enablement functions. Your responsibilities include maintaining regulatory frameworks, identifying and mitigating compliance risks, and ensuring adherence to legislative requirements across all jurisdictions. You will provide expert guidance to stakeholders, oversee compliance monitoring and reporting, and foster a strong compliance culture. Additionally, you will strategically partner with business units to integrate compliance considerations into operational delivery and strategic planning.
Key Responsibilities:
- Regulatory universe management and risk mitigation
- Stakeholder advisory and compliance culture development
- Strategic compliance integration and cross-jurisdictional alignment
- Monitoring, reporting, and governance oversight
Qualifications
- Type of Qualification: First Degree in Audit, Law, Finance, Compliance, or a related field
- Preferred Qualifications: Professional certifications such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist). A master’s degree (LLM or related field) is advantageous.
Experience Required
- Business Enablement & Compliance: 8–10 years of experience, including a deep understanding of regulatory requirements and banking products.
- Leadership Experience: Minimum 5 years in a Senior Compliance Manager role.
Behavioral Competencies:
- Articulating Information
- Convincing People
- Documenting Facts
- Empowering Individuals
- Establishing Rapport
- Exploring Possibilities
- Following Procedures
- Generating Ideas
- Interacting with People
- Making Decisions
- Providing Insights
- Upholding Standards
Technical Competencies:
- Evaluation of Internal Controls
- Financial Acumen
- Financial Industry Regulatory Framework
- Legal Compliance
- Process Governance
- Risk Awareness
Join Standard Bank and contribute to shaping a compliant, ethical, and innovative financial future for Africa.
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Please note: This job posting may be closed at any time by the employer, either due to internal recruitment policies, legal requirements, or once a suitable candidate has been found. We encourage you to apply as early as possible.
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