Senior Compliance Administrator: Level 1 – Shared Services (Banking / Financial Services / Fintech) Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa About the job Our client is a South African shared services entity providing operational and compliance support. The function operates within a regulated banking environment, supporting cross-border payments and financial activity, with a strong focus on AML, compliance controls, and audit readiness. Role Overview The Compliance Administrator (Level 1) is responsible for executing day-to-day compliance and AML activities in support of Clarency’s regulatory framework. This is a non-decision-making role operating strictly at Level 1, focused on: Execution Documentation Monitoring All regulatory decisions, approvals, and MLRO responsibilities remain with our client. Job Type: Full Time/Permanent Location: South Africa Workplace: Onsite Working Days: Sunday – Thursday Requirements 4–7 years’ experience in: Compliance , AML / Financial Crime, Risk within banking or financial services Experience in regulated environments is essential Strong understanding of: AML/CFT frameworks, CDD / EDD processes and Sanctions screening and monitoring Exposure to compliance monitoring tools and systems High level of integrity and professional independence Strong analytical thinking Exceptional attention to detail Excellent documentation and record-keeping skills Ability to work within structured compliance frameworks Process-driven and disciplined Comfortable operating without decision-making authority Strong escalation mindset Able to work in a highly controlled, audit-focused environment Responsibilities Execute compliance monitoring across payments and onboarding processes Support AML/CFT activities, including preparation of CDD and EDD files Perform Level 1 sanctions screening reviews and elevate findings Maintain accurate compliance records and audit trails Assist in regulatory reporting preparation Conduct internal compliance testing and checks Support audit and regulatory inspection readiness Assist with compliance training coordination and rollout Control Framework Operates strictly as Level 1 compliance (execution layer) No authority to: File Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs), Make regulatory decisions, Approve compliance outcomes #J-18808-Ljbffr