Compliance Administrator

About the role

An award-winning software company expanding internationally is looking for a meticulous, well-organised Compliance Administrator for its Rental Asset Management Solution (RAMS) team. This is a permanent, full-time, in-office role at the Somerset West head office, Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00. You will be the operational link between new property agency clients, financial institutions and internal software teams, ensuring client onboarding, KYC/FICA verification and trust account compliance are completed accurately and without delay.

Key responsibilities

• Manage new client onboarding end to end, collecting, reviewing and verifying legal documents so that KYC and FICA standards are met.
• Audit client files for missing, incomplete or conflicting information, follow up with stakeholders and maintain accurate onboarding trackers.
• Coordinate the setup of client bank accounts, including Section 54(1), Section 54(2) and Private Landlord accounts, preparing documentation and liaising with banks.
• Act as a clear, professional point of contact for clients, explaining compliance and banking requirements and setting timelines.
• Identify compliance risks early, escalate concerns and handle sensitive client and financial data confidentially.

Required profile

• 2+ years' experience in compliance administration, client onboarding, FICA/KYC verification, banking administration or legal/property administration.
• Strong background in client due diligence, trust account regulations and document verification.
• Experience in property, banking or legal environments (e.g. paralegal background) is highly desirable.
• Proven ability to manage several client applications, deadlines and tracking systems at once.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with a proactive, detail-oriented and accurate approach.

Required skills

• High computer literacy and strong use of administrative tools.
• Proficiency navigating MS Excel.

What we offer

• A key operational role within a rapidly growing technology company.
• A supportive office culture in Somerset West with team-building events, quarterly celebrations and end-of-year functions.