Johannesburg: Real Estate Risk and Compliance Manager – Sandton posted by WMS Secure

A dynamic Real Estate Comapny is seeking a Risk and Compliance Manager that will be responsible for identifying, assessing, managing, and monitoring regulatory, operational, financial, and reputational risks across the real estate portfolio. This role ensures full compliance with industry legislation, regulatory frameworks, internal policies, and governance standards while supporting business sustainability and ethical operations.

Location: Sandton

Provide guidance and support to the various divisions on risk and compliance related matters.
Important Characteristics

• Very strong communication skills.
• Detailed orientated.
• Strong report writing skills.
• Innovative thinking and ability to follow process.
• Dynamic and enthusiastic.
• The ability to interact professionally with individuals at all levels of staff.
• Ability to make decisions.
• Competent time management skills.
• Professional attitude and capability and personal initiative.
• Ability to work independently.
• Strong financial / financial reporting background.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assist the Head: Company Secretarial, Risk and Compliance with the implementation of all aspects of the risk function, including implementation of risk management processes and tools to identify, assess, measure, manage, monitor and report risks on a regular basis.
• Ensure compliance to all relevant Statutory requirements and the impact on the Company.
• Ensure that the Company complies with the necessary compliance requirements from Momentum Group.
• Ensure that the Company remains compliant and up to date with legislated changes and industry specific changes to the compliance requirements applicable tothe company.
• Report on risk and compliance matters to the Head: Company Secretarial, Risk and Compliance and to the Comapanies Risk and Compliance Committee as well as the Audit Committee.
• Assist the Head: Company Secretarial, Risk and Compliance with specific company reporting obligations to Momentum Group and regulatory bodies as and when required.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with all relevant real estate legislation and regulations, including:

1. PPRA / Property Practitioners Act

2. FICA

3. POPIA

4. AML requirements

5. Companies Act

6. Occupational Health & Safety Act

7. Lease and property-related compliance standards

• Develop and enforce compliance policies, procedures, and controls

• Monitor legislative changes and ensure timely implementation

• Prepare and submit regulatory reports and compliance filings

• Serve as the compliance liaison with regulators, auditors, and legal advisors

Policies, Controls & Audits

• Develop and update internal policies, SOPs, and governance frameworks

• Conduct internal compliance audits and reviews

• Manage external audits and regulatory inspections

• Track audit findings and oversee corrective actions

• Ensure document control and record-keeping compliance

Training & Advisory

• Train staff on compliance obligations, risk awareness, and ethical conduct

• Provide advisory support to management and operational teams

• Promote a strong culture of compliance and risk awareness across the organisation

Reporting & Management

• Prepare risk and compliance reports for Exco, Board, and senior management

• Monitor KPIs, KRIs, and compliance metrics

• Escalate non-compliance and high-risk issues appropriately

• Support strategic decision-making with risk-based insights

Risk Management

• Develop, implement, and maintain the companys risk management framework

• Identify and assess operational, legal, financial, and reputational risks across property portfolios

• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits

• Maintain risk registers and mitigation plans

• Monitor risk indicators and report emerging risks to executive management

• Support business continuity and disaster recovery planning.

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant tertiary qualification in:

  • Risk Management

  • Compliance

  • Law

  • Finance

  • Business Management

• 5+ years experience in risk and compliance management

• Experience within real estate, property management, financial services, or regulated environments

• Strong knowledge of South African regulatory frameworks

• Proven experience managing audits and regulatory engagements

Professional Certifications (Advantageous)

• Certified Risk Management Professional (CRMP)

• Compliance Practitioner (CPrac)

• IRBA / Governance / Legal-related certification

• RE qualification or exposure to property legislation

Skills Essential to the Role Technical

• B.Com (Hons) Internal Auditing / Risk Management equivalent degree with at least 5 years experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) would be an advantage.
• Understanding and experience of the Property Management business and Property Development business will be an advantage.
• Experience in conducting risk assessments, including combined assurance processes and methodologies, as well as risk reporting.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Skill in formulating policy and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures.
• Advanced analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to understand and interpret contributions from various standpoints.
• Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-term goals.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to gather and analyse statistical data and generate reports.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information.

Program planning, development, implementation, and leadership skills.

• Advanced verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups.
• Ability to provide technical guidance and leadership to professional personnel in area of expertise.
• Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues.
• Knowledge of internal and external audit processes and procedures.
• Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart confidential information.
• Strong understanding of business risk management and business continuity management.

Position Business

• Complete self-motivation and self-starting capabilities.
• Exceptional business and people skills.
• Total reliability and excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• The highest level of client and business confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to ensure that the standards, disciplines and procedures of the Company are strictly maintained.
• Ability to obtain support and buy-in from management.
• Results focused.
• Ability to lead people and a level of business maturity commensurate with that of a professional person.
• Ability to communicate confidently at meetings and with all levels within the Company.
• Skills Essential to the Position Human Relations
• Transparent honesty.
• Reliability and a self-starter.
• Positive attitude and highly motivated
• Lead by example.
• Assertive and effective communication.
• Be receptive and open-minded.
• Ability to create a professional office environment
• Organisation and planning skills.
• Creative problem solver.