Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Manager

Apply by: 20/07/2025

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Purpose Statement

As the designated Money Laundering Control Officer for Capitec, responsible for establishing the AML compliance strategy and providing assurance to the Head of Compliance, Regulators, relevant committees and internal forums to ensure Capitec is compliant with all relevant AML/Fraud and overarching financial crime legislation, regulations and internal policies of the business in order to ultimately mitigate risk of financial crimes within Capitec.

Experience

A minimum of 12 years’ experience leading all matters related to legislative and regulatory requirements within a similar industry, banking and/or finance experience is essential.

At least 10 years’ proven experience in AML compliance in financial services, 7+yrs of which include management of a team of specialists within a similar environment.

Experience of combining and applying deep subject matter expertise with influencing skills and capability to positively impact AML Compliance across and in a complex and fast moving environment.

Qualifications (Minimum)

A relevant qualification in Commerce or Finance

Qualifications (Ideal or Preferred)

Honours Degree in Commerce or Law

Knowledge

Deep AML specialist, knowledge including knowledge of the South African Money Laundering and Terror Financing Legislation, the FATF Requirements and respective best practices.

Compliance risk identification, compliance risk assessment and compliance risk monitoring.

Process and controls development and systems in a compliance, money laundering and risk environment.

AML/CFT/CPF Laws and regulations applicable to the banking/financial services environment, including AML/ CTF risks associated with foreign exchange and cross border instruments.

Business acumen and an understanding of business drivers.

Banking industry.

Financial and banking regulations.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communications Skills

Computer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)

Interpersonal & Relationship management Skills

Leadership Skills

Planning, organising and coordination skills

Problem solving skills

Conditions of Employment

Clear criminal and credit record

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