Snr Risk and Compliance Officer - 2027

SUMMARY:
RISK & COMPLIANCE OFFICER – PROPERTY LAW FIRM
Location: Cape Town – Northern Suburbs
Industry: Legal / Property Law
Position: Compliance Officer
Employment Type: Permanent
Seniority Level: Mid-Career (4–6 years’ experience)
Reporting To: Manager

POSITION INFO:
RISK & COMPLIANCE OFFICER - PROPERTY LAW FIRM Location: Cape Town - Northern Suburbs Industry: Legal / Property Law Position: Compliance Officer Employment Type: Permanent Seniority Level: Mid-Career (4-6 years' experience) Reporting To: Manager About the Opportunity A reputable property law firm based in Cape Town's Northern Suburbs is seeking an experienced and dedicated Compliance Officer to join its team. The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing compliance operations, ensuring adherence to relevant legislation and regulatory requirements, and maintaining compliance standards across property transactions and contractual matters. Key Duties and Responsibilities Manage and oversee day-to-day compliance operations. Ensure adherence to applicable legislation, regulations and industry requirements. Conduct compliance audits, risk assessments and monitoring activities. Develop, implement and maintain effective compliance strategies and procedures. Liaise with clients, internal teams and relevant stakeholders regarding compliance matters, including outstanding documentation, corrections and regulatory requirements. Ensure that all relevant compliance documentation is accurate, complete and up to date. Minimum Requirements & Key Skills Admitted Attorney and Conveyancer. Honours Degree or relevant recognised qualification. Approximately 4-6 years of relevant professional experience. Proven experience in compliance management within the legal or property sector. Sound knowledge and practical experience of FICA, FAIS and contractual compliance requirements. Strong understanding of regulatory requirements relating to property transactions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organisational, analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to engage professionally with clients, colleagues and external stakeholders. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a detail-oriented, proactive and results-driven professional with a strong legal background and the ability to manage regulatory requirements effectively within a property law environment. If you have the relevant qualifications, experience and expertise, and are ready to contribute to a professional and dynamic legal team, we would love to hear from you. Interested candidates are invited to apply now!