Compliance Officer

Responsibilities:

Risk Assessment & Monitoring:

• Collaborate with relevant teams to identify, assess, and quantify operational and compliance risks.
• Maintain and regularly update the organisation’s risk register on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Track the implementation of risk mitigation strategies and validate outcomes.
• Recommend improvements to internal processes to enhance control effectiveness.
• Assist in the investigation of fraud, inefficiencies, and other anomalies, providing actionable recommendations.

Compliance & Internal Controls:

• Participate in the design and implementation of internal control processes to mitigate identified risks.
• Monitor compliance with internal policies, regulatory obligations, and risk standards.
• Conduct internal reviews to ensure adherence to risk management protocols.
• Identify and report emerging risks and control gaps with recommended mitigation strategies.

Key Performance Indicator:

• Accuracy and timeliness of risk register updates
• Effectiveness of implemented risk controls.
• Number and quality of process improvement recommendations.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years' work experience in an administrative capacity in a similar industry/environment.
• A good first degree in law, finance, accounting, or any other related area.
• Membership of the ICAN, ACCA, or any other related professional qualification is an added advantage.
• Knowledge of legislation and its changes and developments as they affect the food industry.
• Knowledge of Fundamentals of Accounting.
• Knowledge of risk & compliance standards or processes.
• Knowledge of legal standards and in-house policies.
• Knowledge of reporting procedures and record keeping.
• Knowledge of the QSR/Food Industry practices Good interpersonal communication and flexibility.

Work Type: Jobholders typically work 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, although there may be weekend or evening work involved. This role is largely office-based, although at times the individual may require travel to meetings held off-site, as the company has more than one office. The role requires precision and attention to detail, as it involves managing risks.