Financial Crime Risk Legal Advisor

Johannesburg, Gauteng
Permanent
Full-time

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Job DescriptionTo operationally implement the Group criminal litigation strategy, operationally support and provide solutions to mitigate legal risk via the implementation of Group Fraud and Physical Security frameworks, policies, processes and procedures.To comply with legal and regulatory requirements and provide guidance to the investigations and relevant teams.Hello Future Financial Crime Risk Legal AdvisorWelcome to FirstRand, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of the people who make it happen.In partnership with Group Financial Crime and Security Risk Management (GFCSRM), Legal, and Investigations teams, you will operationally implement the Group criminal litigation strategy. You’ll support and provide solutions to mitigate legal risk through the implementation of frameworks, policies, processes and procedures. Your role will ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and provide guidance to investigations and relevant teams.Are you someone who can:

Draft, review, and update legal documentation (statements, charge sheets, notes for prosecution).
Evaluate investigation files for evidential completeness and prosecution prospects.
Implement criminal case plans and attend court proceedings.
Provide legal advice and support to internal stakeholders.
Monitor legal and regulatory changes and ensure appropriate interventions.
Ensure appropriate reporting of criminal incidents to authorities.
Maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Control budget costs and ensure recovery through process management.
Conduct legal research and ensure compliance with best practices.
Continuously assess performance and seek development opportunities.
Establish and nurture strong, long-term partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders to drive collaborative value creation and shared prosperity.

You will be an ideal candidate if you:

Hold an LLB (minimum) or BCom Law + LLB (ideal).
Are an admitted attorney or advocate.
Have 3 to 5 years’ experience in a similar environment.
Have 1 to 2 years’ experience at junior management level.
Bring criminal law experience, preferably with forensic exposure and familiarity with courtroom dynamics.
Understand banking operations, particularly in analysing fund flows and transactional patterns.
Demonstrate high energy, initiative, and a willingness to learn and grow.
Communicate and engage effectively with stakeholders.
Are adaptable and open to location flexibility.

You will have access to:

Challenging work.
Opportunities to collaborate across teams and segments.
Engagement with subject matter experts to enhance your legal, fraud and financial crime capabilities.
A platform to innovate and influence legal risk strategy.

We can be a match if you are:

Curious & courageous – driven to learn and brave enough to act.
Analytical and innovative – always seeking better ways.
Ethically grounded – committed to integrity and justice.
Obsessed with mastery – constantly pushing to improve and excel.

#post#FNB#LI-CD1Job DetailsTake note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.11/09/25All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

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