Regulatory Compliance&Monitoring Specialist, Johannesburg

Compliance Administrator - Johannesburg

Description The Client Compliance FCC / Compliance Administrator role plays a critical role in delivering regulatory compliance and financial crime obligations across Apex-managed entities. The position is primarily responsible for executing the Compliance Monitoring Program (CMP) and preparing accurate, regulator‑ready reports. This is an execution-focused role forming part of the first line of defense within the Client Compliance operating model.

Job Specification I. Compliance Monitoring Program

Support the team in Guernsey in executing CMP reviews for managed entities in line with the approved annual CMP plan.

Support the team in Guernsey performing monitoring activities across regulatory compliance and financial crime risk areas, including AML/CFT, sanctions, governance, client onboarding, and ongoing monitoring controls.

Complete CMP testing, evidence gathering, and documentation in accordance with internal standards and GFSC expectations.

II. Reporting&Documentation

Draft clear, accurate, and regulator‑ready CMP reports for review by the CMP Manager and ultimate acceptance by the CO, MLCO, and MLRO.

Maintain consistent report structure, language, and risk articulation across entities.

Support preparation of management information (MI) and summary reporting for internal governance forums.

Maintain orderly, auditable CMP files and evidence repositories.

Maintain regulatory registers, trackers, and correspondence logs.

Assist with training coordination and promote a positive compliance culture.

Support AML/CFT compliance, sanctions screening, and regulatory submissions as directed.

III. Governance&Escalation

Escalate identified issues, control failures, or material risks in line with defined thresholds.

Ensure accurate recording of issues, breaches, and remediation actions within internal tracking tools.

Skills Required Essential

Experience in compliance, AML/CFT, or financial crime support within a regulated financial services environment.

Understanding of CMP and testing methodologies.

Strong report‑writing and documentation skills; high attention to detail.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Desirable

Experience within managed licensee or fiduciary services environment.

Experience using compliance monitoring tools or case management systems.

Key Behavioral Competencies

Methodical and process‑driven approach.

Strong sense of ownership and accountability.

Professional judgment and confidence to escalates issues appropriately.

Clear written communication suitable for regulatory and Board‑level audiences.

Qualifications&Experience Candidates will have financial sector experience and a good understanding of, and experience with, performing Financial Crime Compliance roles and will have:

Candidates with approximately 1 + years’ experience are likely to be well positioned for this opportunity. Apex remains open to those who may not meet this benchmark but can demonstrate a strong track record of delivery, leadership potential, or subject matter expertise;

Relevant compliance or financial crime qualification (or working towards), e.g., ICA, ACAMS.

Commitment to ongoing professional development.

What you will get in return

A genuinely unique opportunity to be part of an expanding large global business;

Competitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience;

Training and development opportunities.

Additional information We are an equal opportunity employer and ensure that no applicant is subject to less favorable treatment on the grounds of gender, gender identity, marital status, race, color, nationality, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, socio‑economic, responsibilities for dependents, physical or mental disability. Any hiring decision are made on the basis of skills, qualifications and experiences.

We measure our success as a business, not only by delivering great products and services and continually increasing our assets under administration and market share, but also by how we positively impact people, society and the planet.

For more information on our commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) please Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.

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