Independence (Internal Compliance) Senior Manager

Deloitte is one of the country's leading professional services firms in Southern Africa, and is dedicated to assisting companies succeed in the business environment- whether it be through our tax, audit, consulting or financial advisory services. At Deloitte, we understand that solutions are not just a static one dimensional report, but rather, an integrated and innovative answer that helps our clients to better understand key complex industry issues. Not only do our solutions assist our clients in making strategic business decisions, but our unique approach also allows companies to succeed in a competitive business environment by staying ahead of industry trends. Through the collective expertise of nearly 3600 people in 8 cities in South Africa and in 16 cities in Southern Africa, and as a member firm of the global organisation Deloitte Touche Tohmats, we have access to deep insightful and intellectual capital of more than 150 000 people worldwide. Deloitte- A Culture of Excellence A key contributor to Deloitte and our culture is the development of human capital. At Deloitte we believe in investing in our culture, in our clients and in our people. The very essence of Deloitte is to offer services of excellence, to both clients and staff, and we believe that it is this culture of excellence that will help us succeed.Job Description The responsibilities of this role include (not limited to): Lead and execute all core monitoring processes, including, planning, sample selection, in accordance with firm's independence policy, ISQM, QC1000 and Global Inspection & Testing program. Actively manage team workload, timelines and performance, ensuring alignment of team output with deadlines and quality standards and to drive accountability and demonstrate proactive issue resolution. Prepare and submit high-quality reports, memos, and related documentation to management (i.e. LeadCo, EXCO and other applicable stakeholders. Promptly identify, escalate, and report identified breaches in accordance with firm policy. Own stakeholder reporting and communication across Africa and global teams as well as to regulators (i.e. IRBA) Involvement in regulatory, ISQM, and QC1000 reviews by ensuring processes and documentation meet required standards. Maintain strict confidentiality and high standards of documentation at all times. Proactively engage with stakeholders and manage stakeholder expectations. Drive process optimisation and operational excellence using technology, automation, AI and any available tools to improve efficiency and data quality. Provide on-the-job coaching and mentoring for team members, supporting their professional growth. Contribute to a culture of compliance and continuous improvement across the team and wider business. Liaison with various stakeholders, both in the team and with other leaders / monitoring teams. Supports the implementation of strategy of the QIRR Independence Area in relation to specific area of expertise. Providing technical and specialized independence support to the business Provide Subject Matter Expert Training, both for internal teams as well as to other Service lines. Roll-out of new independence requirements to the Firm. Demonstrate initiative and sound judgement in managing assigned responsibilities, escalating only when necessary, and operating with a high degree of independence. Participation in independence training and awareness activities, including but not limited to content contribution, presenting and preparation of material relating to the area of responsibility and related independence matters. Qualifications Minimum 8 years' relevant work experience in compliance auditing, internal audit, or investment/financial investment advisory services, with at least 3 years in a managerial type of role. Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or equivalent professional qualification OR relevant tertiary qualification in business, finance, compliance, or investment management. Sound knowledge of a variety of financial products/investments/pension offerings Hands-on experience with independence monitoring systems and ability to identify breaches Experience in process automation, digitisation, or the application of AI in compliance/audit environments. Knowledge of the applicable professional codes / regulatory bodies (IESBA / IFAC / SEC / PCAOB etc.) applicable to the audit environment. Understanding of a regulatory environment in an audit environment and ability to interpret and apply technical rules in a practical way. Experience in the use of data analytics or automation tools (e.g., Power BI, ServiceNow, Alteryx, Python, R, or similar) for process improvement. Behavioural Competencies Maintains the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct at all times. Upholds strict confidentiality regarding all sensitive information, documentation, and processes. Demonstrates initiative and sound judgement, operating with a high degree of independence in managing responsibilities. Excellent communication skills, proven ability to adapt style to suit audience and objectives. Proven and effective time management skills within a complex and challenging role. Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to ensuring delivery to the highest standards.