Compliance Analyst

About the role

Standard Bank Offshore, the offshore arm of the Standard Bank Group, is recruiting a Compliance Analyst. The role supports the Compliance team with monitoring, reporting, investigations and day-to-day administration, helping the business meet its regulatory obligations while building knowledge of financial crime prevention, regulatory compliance, risk management and governance. It suits someone with 1-2 years of experience in banking, financial services, compliance, risk or another regulated industry.

Key responsibilities

• Assist with compliance monitoring and review potential compliance or financial crime risks
• Analyse alerts, transactions and customer information to spot unusual or suspicious activity
• Research and gather information from a variety of sources to support investigations and compliance reviews
• Prepare reports, management information and dashboards for internal stakeholders
• Maintain accurate records and ensure documentation meets regulatory and internal requirements
• Support regulatory reporting and broader compliance projects as required
• Work with colleagues across the business to answer queries and promote a culture of compliance
• Keep up to date with regulatory developments, industry trends and emerging risks

Required profile

• 1-2 years' experience in a compliance, banking, financial services, risk, operations or other regulated environment
• A-Level standard or equivalent education
• Good numeracy and written communication
• Experience handling sensitive or confidential information with discretion
• Desirable: degree in Business, Finance, Law, Economics, Risk Management or a related discipline
• Desirable: professional compliance or financial crime qualification, or willingness to study one (e.g. ICA Certificate, AML qualifications)
• Desirable: knowledge of banking and financial services regulatory requirements

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Ability to analyse information, identify trends or anomalies and escalate issues appropriately
• Strong administrative and organisational skills