Compliance Specialist I

Join Shoprite as a Compliance Specialist I in Witbank, Mpumalanga, where you will leverage your expertise in regulatory compliance, risk management, and financial controls to ensure adherence to legal and corporate governance standards within a dynamic retail and finance environment. This full-time role requires proficiency in compliance frameworks, internal auditing, and policy implementation, supporting the organisation's commitment to ethical business practices and operational excellence. As an entry-level specialist, you will be instrumental in conducting thorough compliance assessments, preparing detailed reports, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to mitigate risks and maintain regulatory integrity. By joining South Africa's leading retail group, you will benefit from an innovative corporate culture, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive employee development programmes, contributing directly to safeguarding the business and enhancing sustainable operations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct defined compliance reviews and monitoring activities to ensure adherence to relevant legislation, regulations, internal policies, and governance frameworks.
• Identify and document compliance gaps, control weaknesses, and non-compliance issues, recommending practical corrective actions and tracking remediation progress.
• Support the assessment and analysis of compliance risks, contributing to risk registers and assisting in the development of risk mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and assess changes in legislation, regulations, and internal policies, facilitating the implementation of necessary compliance controls and procedural updates.
• Maintain accurate and auditable compliance records, evidence packs, and documentation in accordance with governance and record-keeping requirements.
• Assist in the development, review, and communication of compliance policies, procedures, and training materials to promote awareness and adherence across business units.
• Support investigations into suspected compliance breaches, gathering evidence, preparing reports, and assisting with remediation activities.
• Engage with internal stakeholders, including Legal, Risk, Audit, and business teams, to provide practical compliance advice and facilitate timely resolution of compliance issues.
• Promote a culture of ethical conduct, accountability, and compliance through collaboration and effective communication with relevant business functions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the compliance function to enhance operational effectiveness and ensure ongoing alignment with regulatory and organisational standards.

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Compliance, Risk Management, Audit, Business Management, Law, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of 2 to 4 years' experience in a compliance, governance, risk, audit, legal, regulatory, or similar assurance environment.
• Demonstrated exposure to compliance monitoring, risk assessments, control reviews, remediation tracking, and compliance reporting.
• Strong understanding of applicable laws, regulations, compliance obligations, and internal governance frameworks pertinent to the organisation.
• Practical experience in maintaining compliance records, evidence documentation, registers, and repositories.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and SharePoint, for effective documentation and communication.
• Preferably experience within retail, FMCG, or complex multi-site operational environments.
• Exemplary integrity, accountability, and confidentiality in handling sensitive compliance matters.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to identify compliance gaps, assess risks, and recommend practical solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, capable of advising diverse stakeholders and promoting a culture of compliance and ethical conduct.