Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.
Job DescriptionThe Head, Compliance Monitoring Unit ensures that the operations of the company are carried out in adherence to the provisions of enacted legislation particularly the Pension Reform Act 2014; guidelines, regulations and circulars issued by the National Pension Commission (“PenCom”) and other regulatory bodies and State Government with oversight functions over the activities of the Company.
The Head, Compliance Monitoring Unit helps the organisation accomplish its objectives by ensuring a systematic and disciplined approach to evaluate and monitor compliance risks within the business.
Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Accounting, Actuarial Science, Auditing, Finance, Economics, Commerce, Law, or in any other numerate or semi numerate field.
Certification: Compliance Management
Experience Required
Minimum 10 years post qualification experience with at least 5 years spent in the Financial Sector and a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar function. Experience in managing a compliance function in the pension industry or a financial services organisation, in interfacing with business units to achieve compliance objectives and in conducting internal investigations.
Behavioural Competencies:
- Establishing Rapport
- Following Procedures
- Taking Action
- Upholding Standards
- Completing Tasks
Technical Competencies:
- Financial Industry Regulatory Framework
- Legal Compliance
- Legal Knowledge
- Compliance
- Risk Management
- Evaluation of Internal Controls
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave options span vacation, study, parental, compassionate/family responsibility, sick/short‑term incapacity, sabbatical, recognition and optional unpaid leave, subject to country practices. This breadth provides flexibility to manage family, study, health, and rest needs.
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Healthcare Strength — Core protection includes medical cover and death/incapacity insurance, with many markets offering permanent health insurance and optional life/funeral or gap‑cover add‑ons. Wellness and counselling programs further strengthen day‑to‑day health support.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Formal remuneration materials emphasize equal pay for work of equal value, structured market alignment, and pay‑equity analyses alongside clawback/forfeiture provisions. This governance signals predictable, fairness‑oriented pay practices.
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