Overview  Hire Resolve’s client, a leading African asset manager, is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Investment Compliance Officer to join their dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a company with a rich heritage of helping individuals and institutions achieve their investment goals. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring pre- and post-trade compliance with portfolio guidelines and restrictions, while also supporting the organization’s commitment to investment excellence and responsible stewardship.

Responsibilities

Work with portfolio compliance officers, legal, and operations teams. Review, interpret, clarify, and sign off on mandate guidelines and conditions. Assist in monitoring mandate guidelines and restrictions and establish/testing automated or manual processes for this monitoring. Code mandate requirements and legislative rules within automated compliance and trading systems (e.g., Charles River and others). Peer review coded rules. Collaborate with traders and portfolio managers to evaluate and resolve pre- or post-trade compliance breaches and queries. Understand legislation and regulations impacting client mandates, including South African Regulation 28, CISCA BN90, Medical Aid Schemes Act Reg 30, UCITS, Namibian Unit Trust legislation, Namibian Regulation 28, among others. Assist with the classification of instruments where applicable. Proactively seek ways to improve and refine portfolio compliance processes. Compile compliance and board reports based on monitoring conducted. Resolve portfolio compliance issues and participate in meetings and discussions. Address ad hoc portfolio compliance queries from the business. Navigate and extract information from back-office systems. Provide guidance on investment compliance-related matters as required. Manage investment compliance matters independently with minimal team interaction. Confidently provide views and make decisions.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree is essential, with preference given to candidates with a BCom qualification. Previous experience in asset management would be an advantage. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is mandatory. A minimum of 5-8 years of experience in compliance is required for senior-level applicants. Hands-on experience with portfolio compliance platforms, particularly Charles River, and familiarity with systems like Infostore and HiPortfolio, will be highly beneficial. Strong verbal and written communication skills to facilitate collaboration and resolve issues effectively. The ability to assess data, interpret mandate rules, and identify potential compliance concerns. Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in tasks like guideline reviews, rule coding, and report generation. Problem-solving expertise to handle compliance challenges and respond to business inquiries. Collaborative skills to work seamlessly with legal, operational, trading, and portfolio management teams. Adaptability to handle regulatory changes and evolving financial market conditions. Efficient time management skills to meet deadlines and prioritize responsibilities. A client-focused approach to resolving queries and compliance issues. A commitment to staying informed about legislative updates, industry trends, and compliance standards. The ability to foster positive relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, and clients. A high level of integrity and ethical decision-making when handling sensitive information. A proactive mindset for identifying and addressing compliance issues before they arise.

Benefits

Salary: Negotiable

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