The posting
Job Description
Detailed description
The successful candidates will be responsible for, among other tasks, the following:
- Lead and manage the AML/CFT team responsible for conducting high-quality inspections and on-site supervision pertaining to banks’ compliance with the provisions of the FIC Act with regard to AML/CFT and CPF, and undertake reviews to assess compliance with AML/CFT requirements and standards.
- Assist with the development and maintenance of worksheets and process manuals for conducting inspections and on-site reviews.
- Attend to a programme of inspections, reviews and other interactions with banks and life insurers to be undertaken per year in terms of the department’s supervisory calendar.
- Perform the duties relating to the administrative arrangements for each inspection and on-site review.
- Maintain a project plan to be followed for individual inspections and on-site reviews.
- Execute inspections and on-site reviews at the premises of individual banks and life insurers.
- Conclude inspections and on-site reviews at banks and life insurers by producing inspection and on-site review findings reports and closing letters to the management of banks and life insurers, with appropriate recommendations to address the identified weaknesses.
- Ensure that on-site inspections are risk-based and effective.
- Provide management information in respect of the progress of inspections and on-site reviews.
- Manage the performance of the AML/CFT team.
Qualifications
Job requirements
To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:
- a postgraduate qualification in Finance, Law, Business Management or any other relevant qualification;
- a minimum of eight years of AML/CFT compliance-related working experience in the financial services sector, a supervisory body or a regulatory environment; and
- a minimum of two years of experience of managing teams.
Additional requirements include:
- a strong understanding of the provisions of the FIC Act;
- an understanding of PA supervision, regulation and legislation;
- working knowledge of AML/CFT systems, products and risk management practices within the financial services sector;
- knowledge of the financial services sector and key developments in banking, insurance and collective investment schemes, both domestically and abroad; and report-writing skills.
In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.
The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her competence and experience.
About Us
About SARB
Primary mandate of the SARB
Section 224 of the Constitution of South Africa states the mandate of the SARB as follows:
The primary object of the South African Reserve Bank is to protect the value of the currency in the interest of balanced and sustainable economic growth in the Republic.
The South African Reserve Bank, in support of its primary objective, must perform its functions independently and without fear, favour or prejudice.
WHAT WE DO
Monetary Policy
The Constitution gives the SARB the mandate to protect the value of the rand. We use interest rates to keep inflation low and steady.
Financial Stability
The SARB has a mandate to protect and enhance financial stability. We identify and mitigate systemic risks that might disrupt the financial system.
Prudential Regulation
The Prudential Authority regulates financial institutions and market infrastructures to promote and enhance their safety and soundness, and support financial stability.
Financial Markets
Open market operations are the main tool we use to implement monetary policy. We manage South Africa’s gold and foreign exchange reserves.
Financial Surveillance
The SARB is responsible for regulating cross-border transactions, preventing the abuse of the financial system and supporting the regulation of financial institutions.
Payments and Settlements
The SARB is responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of the national payment system, which is the backbone of South Africa’s modern financial system.
Statistics
The SARB provides important economic and financial statistics that present an overview of the economic situation in South Africa.
Research
Research conducted by the SARB focuses on economics, financial stability, banking and emerging trends in finance. Our research supports policy decision-making.
Banknotes and Coin
The SARB has the sole right to make, issue and destroy banknotes and coin in South Africa.



