Job Description
Talent and Skills Development Academy (PTY) LTD presents an exciting internship opportunity for a Risk and Compliance Officer Intern. This role is ideal for candidates eager to gain practical experience within a regulated corporate environment. The intern will support the Risk and Compliance Manager in ensuring compliance with legislation and enhancing risk management practices across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Risk Management Support
- Assist with the development and maintenance of risk management plans
- Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships to conduct risk assessments across business units
- Follow up on mitigation actions and implement appropriate control measures
- Track, monitor, and report on identified risks until full resolution
- Maintain risk registers and risk tracking reports
- Provide audit support to internal and external auditors, including preparation and management of compliance records
Compliance and Monitoring
- Conduct compliance risk assessments across business units
- Review and update internal policies to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements
- Monitor internal processes and controls for policy compliance
- Administer the allocation, distribution, acknowledgement, and record-keeping of internal policies
- Monitor legislative changes (e.g., POPIA, FICA, NCA, FAIS) and advise management on risk impacts and process improvements
- Assist with timely and accurate regulatory reporting submissions
- Support communication and awareness initiatives to promote a strong compliance culture