Gauteng: Risk and Compliance Manager posted by Network Finance

As the Risk & Compliance Manager, you will partner directly with the Head of Company Secretarial, Risk & Compliance to strengthen and embed risk management, compliance processes, and governance practices across the business.
You will be the engine behind proactive risk identification, monitoring, reporting, and ensuring the organisation stays ahead of regulatory and statutory requirements. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys autonomy, accountability, and real influence.

What You’ll Be Doing

• You will lead and support a wide range of critical risk and compliance responsibilities, including:
• Updating and managing the company’s Regulatory Universe
• Conducting internal compliance reviews and monitoring activities
• Quarterly reporting to Audit, Risk & Compliance Committees
• Managing divisional Risk Registers and supporting executive heads
• Managing the Annual Combined Assurance Plan in collaboration with internal and external auditors
• Performing internal financial controls testing
• Ensuring full compliance with FIC Act and reporting requirements
• Supporting client due diligence and performing WorldCheck screenings
• Managing bank account reporting to Momentum Group
• Drafting policies, ensuring annual policy reviews, and rolling out training
• Developing the annual Risk & Compliance Training Plan and driving organisation-wide compliance awareness
• … plus other key responsibilities supporting governance, assurance, and risk culture across the business.
• This is a role for someone who wants variety, ownership, and challenge!

What Makes You a Great Fit

• A BCom Honours in Internal Auditing / Risk Management (or equivalent)
• At least 5 years’ experience in a risk and compliance role
• CIA certification (advantageous)
• Strong reporting, analytical and critical-thinking skills
• Experience in property management / property development (a bonus!)
• The confidence and maturity to engage at all levels, including executives
• The ability to work independently, think innovatively, and solve problems creatively
• Impeccable professionalism, communication skills, and attention to detail

Soft Skills That Matter

• Self-motivated and a natural self-starter
• Detail-oriented with strong time management
• A confident communicator and relationship builder
• Professional, assertive, and able to maintain confidentiality
• Results-driven with strong organisational and planning skills
• Positive, energetic, and able to foster a high-performance environment

Why This Role?

• Full ownership and autonomy within a respected property group
• Direct exposure to senior leaders and committees
• A dynamic environment where your expertise directly influences business decisions
• A lean team where you’re valued, trusted, and empowered
• Based at a modern Sandton Head Office – no hybrid, full in-office collaboration

If you’re ready to step into a role where your impact truly matters — apply now and become the driving force behind strong governance, assurance, and risk maturity within the organisation.