Job Description

Business Unit:

Discovery Central Services

Function:

Compliance

Date:

16 Apr 2025
Job Specifications


Compliance Officer - Corporate Compliance (Central Functions)


The successful candidate will carry out the day-to-day Compliance Risk Management duties to ensure that the company complies with the regulatory requirements and internal policies that impact it, including in relation to information technology, governance and security.

Job description

Key Output

Provide support and technical guidance on legislative compliance matters aligned to the Group Compliance Framework. Analyse current and forthcoming regulatory developments, proposals, best practices and legislation to proactively identify compliance impact, provide meaningful detailed analysis and facilitate implementation. Participate in the maintenance of the regulatory universe Facilitate the development and ongoing maintenance of the Compliance Risk Management Plans and Regulatory Impact Assessments for the Discovery Central Functions Conduct compliance monitoring reviews and provide recommendations for improvement. Review and provide input into policies to ensure compliance by Discovery Central Functions. Compile compliance reports Conduct detailed research on developments globally that may have an impact of Discovery Central Functions. Keep abreast of industry regulations, standards and best practices to proactively address compliance issues. Assist management to influence proposed legislative changes and projects initiated by the industry bodies or directly by Regulatory Authorities. Provide input into training and awareness initiatives. Relationship management and interaction with internal and external stakeholders.

NB: The role is not limited to the key outputs mentioned above.

Competencies

Communicate clearly and concisely. Flexible approach and a team player. Good people skills as well as being able to communicate well in all aspects of the company. Takes initiative and works under own direction. Upholds ethics and values and demonstrates high levels of integrity. Engages professionally. Methodically plans and organises tasks. Adapts and responds positively to change. Ability to multitask and handle stress. Strong MS office skills.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Legal, IT, Commerce, or related field. Minimum 3 years' experience in IT Compliance or Corporate or Regulatory Risk Management Solid exposure to IT related legislation.

Advantageous Qualifications and experience

Certificate in Compliance Management will be advantageous

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY



The Company's approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.