From the day we opened our doors in 1971, MRI Software has built flexible, game-changing real estate software solutions to improve people’s lives. The only way to carry out that mission is to hire the absolute best employees on earth. People like you.Work hard, play hard. Always. Our relentless commitment to client success, our employee resource groups and our promise to empower our teams to reach their full potential are a few examples of what makes MRI Software special.And we’re insanely dedicated to creating a work environment that you look forward to every single day. That’s why we invest heavily in our employee engagement, so you enjoy the tech industry’s best perks. Together with the whole Pride, (lion roar for "family") employees, customers, and partners, we’re on a mission to break new ground and lead the real estate industry into a digital-first future.We understand the need to provide a flexible working environment partnered with team collaboration and socialisation. Therefore, we operate a hybrid working model with 3 days of working from home per week. This role can be based in either the Cape Town or Johannesburg office.In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) plays a pivotal role in safeguarding organizational success and sustainability. As businesses navigate complex regulatory requirements, emerging technologies, and expanding threat landscapes, effective GRC leadership is essential for maintaining operational excellence while ensuring security and compliance. Our GRC function serves as the cornerstone of organizational resilience, harmonizing multiple compliance frameworks, managing enterprise risk, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Through strategic oversight of ISO, SOC, and other critical compliance programs, we enable business growth while maintaining the trust of our customers, partners, and stakeholders. MRI Software's Governance, Risk, and Compliance team is looking to add a Senior Internal Audit Specialist role.Compliance Program ManagementLead and coordinate multiple ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 certification programs across various business unitsManage relationships with certification bodies and internal and external auditorsOversee the transition of compliance programs to new standards and requirementsDrive continuous improvement initiatives based on audit findingsRisk ManagementExecute comprehensive risk assessments incorporating compliance, privacy, technical and business perspectivesEvaluate emerging threats and opportunities in the context of changing technology landscapesDevelop and maintain risk management frameworks that align with multiple standardsStrategic LeadershipDevelop and implement strategic roadmaps for compliance initiativesCreate efficient frameworks for managing multiple concurrent certification programsIdentify opportunities for process optimization and control harmonizationBuild contingency plans and monitor their effectivenessManaging compliance across acquired companiesGrow relationships with different stakeholders to better meet organizational / strategic interestsDemonstrates a client-centric mindset for both internal and external clients by delivering responsive, high-value solutions that enhance operational efficiency and drive measurable business success through effective stakeholder collaborationProgram IntegrationHarmonize requirements across multiple compliance frameworksAggregate and analyze findings from various audits to identify trends and systemic issuesAlign and unify similar controls across different standardsCreate efficient documentation management systemsAssessing and integrating products / product lines into existing certificationsStakeholder ManagementProven track record of Communicating effectively and collaboratively with executive leadership, auditors, and operational teamsPresent complex compliance concepts to diverse audiencesBuild and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholdersLead cross-functional teams in achieving compliance objectivesRequirements for the role:Experience with GRC platforms and toolsKnowledge of emerging technology trends and their compliance implicationsUnderstanding of global regulatory environmentsDemonstrable track record of process optimization and efficiency improvementsExperience integrating acquired companies into existing compliance programsAbility to build and scale compliance programs in high-growth environmentsWe’re obsessed with making this the best job you’ve ever had!We want our teams to love working here, so we’ve created some incredible perks for you to enjoy:We want our staff to love working here, and so we’ve created a few unique perks such as office breakfasts, quarterly lunches and virtual social events. Additionally, we value your input in your employee experience and have employee-led groups such as our DEI committee, employee resource groups such as Women and Allies, and our Pride Event GroupHave confidence in your health with our offered Medical Aid Scheme.Invest in our competitive Personal Pension plan and help set you up for your future.Big on family? So are we! Here at MRI Software we recognise that your family is important, and being able to spend quality time with your family as it grows is a wonderful experience. Therefore, the MRI Software Parental Leave benefit is designed to give you the opportunity to spend time with your new arrival(s).Enjoy a fantastic work-life balance with 25 days of annual leave plus public Holidays, in addition to a bank of 16 hours of "Flex Time Off" to be used whenever and however you choose!Further your professional development with our Tuition Reimbursement SchemesEnjoy the flexibility of working from anywhere in the world for two weeks out of the year!MRI continues to strive to amaze as a global industry leader in real estate software. Whether you are joining as a new pride member or bringing your expertise back, your talent is important to maintaining MRI’s high client experience standard and continuing our growth in the PropTech space.Amazing growth takes amazing employees. Are you up to the challenge?We know the and can get in the way of meeting remarkable candidates, so please don’t hesitate to apply — we’d love to hear from you!As a global company, we believe diversity brings benefits for our people, customers and clients. This is why MRI Software is committed to being an inclusive employer, regardless of your ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, military and veteran status.Diversity, Equality and Inclusion are values that are critical to our success; come and see for yourself.
