Job Description

Standard Bank Careers – Specialist, Compliance Monitoring

Standard Bank is seeking a detail-oriented Specialist, Compliance Monitoring to support the implementation of the Group Compliance Monitoring framework across all business units and legal entities. The role focuses on ensuring the bank operates within the regulatory environment, follows applicable codes of conduct, and adheres to best business practices.

You will be responsible for conducting end-to-end compliance reviews, from planning through to reporting, and contributing to the development of a combined assurance approach across Compliance Assurance Functions. This role plays a vital part in upholding the integrity of operations and promoting a culture of accountability and risk awareness.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Internal Audit or Legal

• Postgraduate qualification in Legal or Internal Audit is advantageous

Experience Requirements

• 6–8 years of experience in compliance monitoring, auditing, or risk management within financial services or a major audit firm

• Strong data analytics background, including scripting, coding, or data mining

• Proven track record of leading compliance reviews using data-driven techniques and tools

• Experience in data management and applying technology to manage business-related information accurately

• 1–2 years of exposure to financial services operations, with an understanding of products and business structures

• Willingness to travel across African regions as part of review engagements

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct high-quality compliance monitoring reviews across multiple jurisdictions

• Apply data analytics and risk-based techniques to assess regulatory compliance

• Contribute to enhancing compliance processes and aligning them with global standards

• Support the implementation of a combined assurance model across the Group

• Deliver clear, actionable reporting that supports decision-making and risk mitigation

• Engage with stakeholders across business units to ensure understanding and adoption of compliance standards

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills

• Ability to communicate complex findings clearly and confidently

• A proactive mindset with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance standards

• Collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams

• Enthusiastic about continuous learning and exploring new possibilities

Technical Competencies

• Regulatory compliance and risk management

• Understanding of the financial industry regulatory framework

• Good governance and internal control best practices

• Strategic planning and data-driven reporting

• Legal and financial compliance expertise

This role is ideal for a compliance professional with a passion for using data to drive oversight and insight. If you’re ready to be part of a team that supports a strong regulatory culture across Africa’s leading financial services group, this position offers a compelling opportunity.

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