Head Exchange Control

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Johannesburg, Gauteng
In-Office
Financial Services
The Role
Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together…one story at a time.

With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.

Job Summary

Are you a seasoned Exchange Control expert with deep knowledge of regulatory frameworks and a strategic mindset? We’re looking for a dynamic leader to head our Exchange Control function and shape the future of cross-border financial governance.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Set and drive the strategic direction for four high-performing teams within the Exchange Control division.

  • Lead regulatory engagements and maintain strong relationships with the South African Reserve Bank (SARB).

  • Oversee complex transactions including mergers, derivatives, and cross-border financial products.

  • Influence executive stakeholders and build trusted relationships with high-value clients.

  • Ensure compliance with exchange control regulations and contribute to policy development.

Requirements
  • Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Exchange Control, ideally with a background at the South African Reserve Bank.

  • Proven track record of regulatory engagement and negotiation at executive levels.

  • Strong knowledge of financial instruments, including derivatives and mergers.

  • Exceptional influencing skills and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments.

  • Expert-level client relationship management and strategic leadership capabilities.

What We Offer
  • A pivotal leadership role in a major financial institution.

  • Direct impact on regulatory strategy and client outcomes.

  • Collaborative and high-performance culture.

  • Competitive remuneration and benefits.

Ready to lead the future of Exchange Control?
Apply now or reach out to our Talent Acquisition team for more information

Education

Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.

Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised

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The Company
HQ: Johannesburg
39,055 Employees
Year Founded: 2018

What We Do

Absa Group Limited (Absa) has forged a new way of getting things done, driven by bravery and passion, with the readiness to realise growth on the African continent and beyond.

We’re a truly African brand, inspired by the people we serve in Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia. We also have representative offices in China, Namibia, Nigeria and the United States, as well as securities entities in the United Kingdom and the United States, along with technology support colleagues in the Czech Republic.

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