Governance, Risk and Compliance Manager

SUMMARY:
Our client in the manufacturing sector is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Manager to join their Finance team. This vital role will ensure the organization adheres to regulatory standards, manages risks effectively, and upholds strong governance practices. If you are passionate about governance and compliance and have a proven track record in risk management, we would love to hear from you.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure internal processes comply with regulatory standards (King IV, IFRS, SARS), including drafting, adopting, and rolling out policies across the business.
• Introduce new policies as necessary to comply with regulatory amendments, such as FICA.
• Act as the liaison between departments for all GRC-related matters.
• Coordinate audits, investigations, and regulatory inquiries.
• Identify and recommend improvements to enhance governance processes, reduce risk exposure, and increase operational efficiency.
• Contribute to business system improvements to align with risk mitigation strategies.
• Provide bi-annual reports to the Social and Ethics Committee as required by the Companies Act.

• Design and implement an Enterprise Risk Management system.
• Oversee the process of identifying, assessing, and managing risks that may impact the organization.
• Manage the company’s risk register and track risk mitigation actions.
• Collaborate with departments to establish and implement risk control measures.
• Prepare regular risk reports for senior management and conduct training to promote risk awareness across the organization.

• Monitor and track regulatory changes, ensuring compliance with relevant laws, standards, and industry regulations.
• Ensure that all contractual documentation is legally and regulatory compliant.
• Manage the compliance tracking tool within the company’s ERP system.
• Serve as the point of contact for all compliance-related matters, including facilitating investigations or responding to requests from governmental bodies such as the Department of Labour.
• Conduct regular compliance audits to ensure adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as required by the Manager.

Essential Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Risk Management, Law, Internal Auditing, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 - 8 years of proven experience in governance, risk management, or compliance roles, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks and industry standards (e.g., FICA, POPI, SARS, ESG).
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to assess complex risks and propose practical solutions.
• Proficiency in risk assessment tools, compliance management systems, and data analytics software.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
• Ability to stay up-to-date with evolving regulations and industry trends.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and ethics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders.
• Analytical, solution-focused, and able to navigate complex problems.
• Reliable and takes ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Time-conscious and able to meet deadlines.