Description Job Title: Compliance Monitoring Specialist Department: Legal / Compliance / GRC Reports To: Head of Compliance / Head of GRC Location: Cape Town Direct Reports: None About j. awan & partners At j. awan & partners, we believe in challenging the status quo every day and delivering seamless excellence to customers globally. We do this by developing tailor‑made GRC and RegTech solutions that are simple to understand, embed, and use. We are a fast‑growing international Governance, Risk and Compliance consultancy headquartered in the Dubai International Finance Centre (DIFC) , with additional offices in the UAE, KSA, UK & Ireland, Singapore, Porto, Pakistan, Qatar, and South Africa. Our services span Regulatory Governance, Risk, Compliance, Finance, Recruitment, and Technology , supporting a wide range of global financial institutions, governments, and industry partners. As part of ongoing global expansion, we are seeking an agile and ambitious professional with strong compliance expertise to join our team. Mission / Purpose of the Role To design, execute, and continuously strengthen a risk‑based compliance monitoring framework that enhances regulatory adherence, improves control effectiveness, and reduces exposure to regulatory risk across client engagements and internal operations. 12–18 Month Mission Outcomes What Success Looks Like: Deliver a first draft of the Annual Compliance Monitoring Plan within 90 days and complete ≥95% of scheduled reviews on time. Achieve a ≥20% reduction in repeat findings within 12 months and ensure all high‑risk findings are tracked to closure. Produce clear, risk‑ranked compliance monitoring reports with 100% on‑time delivery and ≥8/10 stakeholder satisfaction. Ensure the monitoring framework is updated within 30 days of major regulatory changes. Maintain zero adverse regulatory findings attributable to monitoring gaps. Key Accountabilities 1. Compliance Monitoring Execution Develop and execute risk‑based compliance monitoring plans. Conduct thematic and routine monitoring reviews across clients and internal operations. Perform control testing and evidence‑based assessments. Identify root causes of control weaknesses and ensure remediation actions are fully tracked to closure. 2. Regulatory Analysis & Gap Assessment Interpret financial services regulations across relevant jurisdictions. Conduct gap analyses against policies, procedures, and regulatory expectations. Monitor regulatory developments and reflect required updates in the monitoring programme. 3. Reporting & Governance Produce clear, defensible, risk‑ranked monitoring reports suitable for senior management and regulators. Present findings and escalate material risks when necessary. Maintain accurate documentation, working papers, and audit trails. 4. Continuous Improvement Enhance monitoring methodologies and risk‑rating frameworks. Improve reporting quality, clarity, and governance transparency. Contribute to training and knowledge sharing on monitoring best practices. Core Competencies High integrity and strict confidentiality. Strong sense of accountability and ownership. Analytical rigor and sound regulatory interpretation skills. Effective collaboration with internal teams and clients. Commitment to quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement. Role‑Specific Competencies Deep understanding of financial services regulations and supervisory expectations. Ability to perform structured compliance reviews and control testing. Strong root‑cause analysis capability with sustainable recommendations. Skilled in preparing concise, risk‑prioritised reports. Confidence in escalating issues and challenging weak controls. Ability to manage multiple monitoring assignments across jurisdictions. Strong communication skills with senior stakeholders. Skills & Knowledge Strong English verbal and written communication. Excellent problem‑solving and independent working capability. Proficiency in risk‑based monitoring and control testing techniques. Experience in regulatory interpretation, gap analysis, and GRC frameworks. Strong documentation and audit‑trail management. Advanced Microsoft Office skills. Strong time‑management and multi‑tasking ability. Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Risk Management, or related field. 3–7+ years of experience in compliance monitoring, internal audit, regulatory compliance, or risk management within financial services. Professional certifications (ICA, ACAMS, etc.) advantageous. Experience interacting with regulators or supervisory bodies is an advantage. Culture & Values Alignment Growth mindset with appetite for continuous learning. Resilience and maturity in a dynamic regulatory environment. Upholds high ethical standards and sound judgment. Builds credibility with leadership, clients, and regulators. Demonstrates excellence, integrity, and innovation in line with company values. Rewards & Growth Competitive compensation and benefits. Exposure to multi‑jurisdictional regulatory environments. End‑of‑service benefits per local laws. Career progression opportunities within a high‑growth global consultancy. Continuous learning and professional development programmes. #J-18808-Ljbffr