Job Description
Cape Town – Western Cape – South Africa
- Analyse, document, and translate complex EMIR and MiFIR/MiFID regulatory and operational requirements into detailed technical specifications.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to design and implement technical solutions and data interfaces that meet compliance and business objectives.
- Coordinate and manage small to medium-sized regulatory reporting initiatives, ensuring clear milestones, controlled delivery, and timely resolution of technical issues.
- Define and execute robust testing approaches including schema validation, data quality checks, and reconciliation processes to ensure reporting accuracy and completeness.
- Monitor, track, and communicate project progress, risks, and dependencies through established reporting channels and governance structures.
- Work closely with the broader IT and Data Architecture teams to ensure all integration and reporting solutions align with enterprise architecture, security, and compliance standards.
- Design and maintain documentation including process maps and data dictionaries to support transparency and knowledge transfer.
- Support production reporting processes by analysing exceptions, managing data quality issues, and driving continuous improvement in reporting accuracy and timeliness.
- Champion best practice in Agile delivery, stakeholder communication, and technical quality to ensure sustainable, auditable, and regulator-ready reporting outcomes.
- 510 Years Financial Services or Asset Management experience, with hands-on exposure to regulatory reporting processes and data structures.
- 35 Years Business Analysis experience translating regulatory and operational requirements into functional and technical specifications within Agile or iterative delivery frameworks.
- A strong understanding of data architecture, lineage and quality controls as they relate to trade and transaction reporting systems and repositories.
- Experience in building and maintaining automated reconciliations, exception management tools, and audit trails for regulatory submissions.
- Proficient in SQL (with the ability to prototype data transformations and validation rules).
- Knowledge of trade lifecycle events, counterparty data.
- Excellent documentation and stakeholder communication skills, able to bridge compliance, operations and Development teams effectively.
- Collaboration and DevSecOps tools (e.g. Confluence).
- SQL (SQL management Studio, MSSQL).
- API Interface Testing (e.g. Postman, SoapUI).
- The ability to build and maintain meaningful relationships.
- Driven by results.
- A client focused and collaborative approach.
- Ability to analyse, interpret and assimilate information.
- A curiosity about technology and its potential to drive innovation.
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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Western Cape
The Western Cape, situated on the south coast of South Africa, is home to a thriving IT industry that offers a diverse range of career opportunities for professionals with expertise in various fields.
The job market in the Western Cape is highly competitive, with many major companies and startups operating in the region. The province’s strategic location, combined with its well-developed infrastructure, makes it an attractive hub for businesses looking to establish themselves in Africa. As a result, there is a high demand for skilled IT professionals who can support the growth of these companies.
The average salary ranges for IT professionals in the Western Cape are as follows: software engineers and developers can expect to earn between R800 000 to R1 200 000 per annum; data scientists and analysts can range from R600 000 to R900 000; cybersecurity specialists can earn anywhere from R500 000 to R800 000; and IT project managers can command salaries ranging from R400 000 to R700 000. These figures are based on industry standards and may vary depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, and company size.
To succeed in an IT career in the Western Cape, professionals need to possess a range of key skills, including programming languages (Java, Python, C++), data structures and algorithms, software development methodologies, cloud computing (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud), cybersecurity principles, and excellent communication skills. Additionally, knowledge of industry-specific tools and technologies, such as SAP or Oracle, can be highly valued.
Several major companies and industries are actively hiring IT professionals in the Western Cape. For example, tech giants like IBM and Dell have a strong presence in the region, while financial institutions such as Standard Bank and First National Bank also have significant IT departments. The automotive industry is another major sector that employs IT professionals, with companies like Toyota and Volkswagen having operations in the province.
Career growth opportunities are plentiful for IT professionals in the Western Cape, with many companies offering training and development programs to help employees upskill and reskill. With experience, professionals can move into senior roles such as technical lead or manager, or transition into related fields like business analysis or consulting. The region’s entrepreneurial spirit also makes it an ideal location for startups, providing opportunities for IT professionals to launch their own businesses or join innovative companies that are shaping the future of technology.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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