Compliance Management Specialist

Huawei Technologies Africa is seeking a Compliance Management Specialist to join the South Africa Compliance Department in Johannesburg.In accordance with South African Employment Equity (EE/AA) legislation and company transformation policies, preference will be given to qualified candidates from designated groups, with a primary focus on African male and African female South African citizens and permanent residents.This role supports, implements and continuously improves the organization's compliance management framework. The position ensures that business operations, processes, and practices comply with applicable legislation, regulatory requirements, internal policies, contractual obligations, and corporate governance standards.

Responsibilities

Compliance Management Framework: Support the Compliance Officer in establishing, maintaining, and enhancing the overall compliance framework.Regulatory Compliance & Monitoring: Monitor changes in legislation, regulations, and industry standards; evaluate operational impacts, maintain regulatory obligation registers, and communicate updates to business units.Compliance Risk Management: Identify, assess, and monitor compliance risks across the organization; maintain the compliance risk register, develop risk mitigation plans, and escalate key risks to management.Compliance Monitoring & Assessment: Execute compliance monitoring plans, conduct reviews and control testing, evaluate existing internal controls, and track corrective action plans.Contract Review: Review compliance terms and regulatory conditions across corporate contracts and commercial agreements.Policies, Procedures & Internal Controls: Evaluate business policies for regulatory alignment, identify control weaknesses, and assist business units in developing robust internal procedures.Compliance Reporting: Prepare compliance reports, management dashboards, and audit-ready documentation regarding compliance trends, risks, and outstanding remedial actions.Compliance Breaches & Investigations: Record and monitor compliance incidents, support root-cause investigations into policy or regulatory violations, and track remedial measures.Training & Awareness: Assist in developing compliance training materials and promote awareness of ethical conduct, anti-bribery and corruption, data protection, and statutory policies.Required Qualifications and Experience:Bachelor's degree in Law, Compliance, Risk Management, Auditing, Governance, or a related discipline.Postgraduate qualification in Compliance, Anti-Bribery & Corruption, Data Protection, Risk Management, Corporate Governance, Law, or Auditing is highly advantageous.2 to 4 years of hands-on experience in compliance, risk management, internal audit, governance, legal, or regulatory affairs.Direct working experience or familiarity with the telecommunications industry is preferred.Strong background in compliance risk assessment, regulatory reporting, policy review, and data analysis.Excellent verbal articulation, report-writing, and stakeholder communication skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).Eligibility & Employment EquityThis position is open to South African citizens and permanent residents. In line with South African Employment Equity Act principles and company transformation goals, preference will be given to qualified African male and African female candidates.