PH Attorneys is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented, and professional Junior Compliance Officer to join our Compliance in Bloemfontein.

This role provides an excellent opportunity for an aspiring compliance professional to build a rewarding career in compliance governance, regulatory compliance, FICA administration, privacy compliance, compliance monitoring, training and governance within a professional legal environment.

The successful candidate will support the implementation and administration of the firm's compliance programmes while gaining practical exposure to a wide range of compliance disciplines.

Key Responsibilities

•  Perform client onboarding, FICA verification, customer due diligence, and ongoing client file reviews.
• Conduct sanctions, adverse media, and watchlist screening and escalate exceptions where required.
• Assist with compliance monitoring activities, investigations, regulatory reporting, and record management.
• Support the administration of POPIA and PAIA compliance processes, requests, and documentation.
• Maintain compliance records, policy repositories, regulatory registers, and supporting documentation.
• Assist with internal audits, regulatory inspections, and remediation tracking.
• Prepare compliance reports, statistics, and management information.
• Coordinate compliance training, awareness initiatives, and employee onboarding programmes.
• Provide general administrative and operational support to the Compliance function.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

Applicants should possess or be completing a relevant qualification, such as:

• LLB
• BCom Law
• BCom Risk Management
• BCom Governance and Compliance
• BCom Accounting
• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• Compliance-related Diploma

Experience

• Between 1 and 3 years' relevant experience in compliance, legal administration, risk management, governance, auditing, fiduciary services, or a related environment will be advantageous.
• Strong graduates with limited practical experience who demonstrate excellent academic performance and a willingness to learn are encouraged to apply.
• Exposure to FICA, POPIA, PAIA, AML compliance, or regulatory administration will be advantageous.

Skills and Competencies

The successful candidate must demonstrate:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Eagerness to learn and develop within the compliance profession.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Language Requirements

• Fluency in English is essential.
• Fluency in Afrikaans will be advantageous.

What we offer

• Exposure to a broad range of compliance and regulatory disciplines.
• Structured learning and development opportunities.
• Mentorship from experienced compliance professionals.
• Professional and supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to build a long-term compliance career.

Application Process

If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered for this opportunity, please email your CV to chrizelmi@phinc.co.za.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Applications close on 9 November 2026.