Compliance Researcher & Developer

Location: Stellenbosch

Contract Type: Permanent

Job Level: Junior Professional / Supervisee Compliance Officer

Appointment Date: ASAP 

Remuneration: Market-related

Reference: MCOMCRJun26                     

Role Description

The Compliance Researcher and Developer forms part of Moonstone Compliance’s Regulatory Support team and is instrumental in the research, development and improvement of the compliance services provided by Moonstone to its clients. The Compliance Researcher and Developer plays a crucial role in managing Moonstone’s document database and promote knowledge in respect of legal and regulatory compliance amongst our stakeholders.

The Compliance Researcher and Developer will also assist with occasional drafting and vetting of stakeholder agreements, such as non-disclosure agreements.

The successful candidate will also be registered as a compliance officer under supervision with the Financial Sector Conduct Authority and be provided the opportunity to complete the statutory period (3 years) under the supervision of an FSCA-approved compliance officer.

Job Specification

• Receive, research, respond and resolve compliance-related queries received from internal stakeholders, clients, prospective clients, and industry role players.


• Assist in devising appropriate strategies to effectively determine and manage the broader regulatory risk environment.


• Assist in establishing and maintaining procedures on the identification, reporting and resolution of compliance and regulatory issues.


• Assist in identifying legislative risks and improving compliance awareness.


• Research and remain current on applicable legislation, regulations, industry guidance notes, industry developments, governance, risk management and compliance best practice methodologies and internal procedures.


• Interpret applicable legislation, regulations, industry guidance notes and governance, risk management and compliance best practice methodologies.


• Distribute and inform internal stakeholders of legislation, regulatory documentation or information found in research or received from Regulators.


• Develop, implement and maintain company templates, policies, questionnaires, standard operating procedures, controls, remedial actions and training materials.


• Create and draft informative articles on relevant regulatory topics.


• Develop training content for stakeholders on compliance and regulatory matters.


• Drafting and vetting of stakeholder agreements


• Provide compliance support to Self-Comply clients. 


• Administrative and Operational Functions

Competencies

• Ability to interpret and apply legislation, legal drafting, provide regulatory guidance, analytical reporting, policy and document development and implementation.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, research skills, writing and drafting skills, attention to detail, digital and computer literacy, problem-solving, stakeholder engagement, interpersonal skills and high ethical standards.


• Effective and disciplined self-management (Function well under pressure, time management, adherence to deadlines, etc.).

Minimum Requirements

• LLB (4 Years) / B.Com Law, LL.B / BA Law, LL.B / B.Acc LL.B / BCom degree or equivalent that has been recognized by the FSCA for Compliance Officers


• At least 2 years’ working experience in a legal environment.


• At least 1 years’ working experience in a compliance, risk management and/or financial services environment.
  

Preferred:

• Working experience in compliance in the financial services industry.


• Working knowledge of legal and regulatory frameworks in South Africa.


• Working knowledge of the financial services regulatory environment, compliance guidelines, standards, and legislation FAIS, LTIA, STIA, POPIA, CISCA, etc.)


• Working knowledge of AML, CTF and CPF frameworks, guidelines, standards and regulations.


• Thorough knowledge of the law of contracts.


• Computer literacy: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook).


• Good command of written and spoken English and Afrikaans.


• Must have a positive outlook and be self-motivated, as well as be professional and presentable.


• Valid driving license and own transportation - may need to attend to meetings at external stakeholders’ offices.

Preferred (Although not required):

• Tertiary studies/Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning or Risk Management.  


• Admitted legal practitioner / Completed practical vocational training (articles) awaiting admission.


• Completed Regulatory Examinations 1, 3, or 5.

Please note that:

• The role is for an early-career compliance professional.


• The role is fully office-based and is not a hybrid or remote role.


• Preference will be given to EE candidates.

Closing date for applications: 24 July 2026

Only suitable applicants will be contacted. Should you have not received a response by 31 July 2026, please consider your application unsuccessful.