AKHONA MASOPHI
Midrand
Summary
I am a skilled and highly analytical individual with a passion for people, processes, and systems. I have 7 years' post-qualification experience. I am well-versed in legislation, enterprise systems, and technologies. I excel in interacting with stakeholders across all organizational levels to gather requirements and document them. A diligent and effective communicator, I am committed to creating clear procedures that drive solutions. As a self-assured, collaborative leader, I manage time effectively and lead teams with diverse skill sets. I am Accuracy-driven and focused on evaluating and optimizing company policies and procedures across the board.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Compliance Team Lead
Norfer Inc
Centurion
04.2023 - Current
- Evaluated physical and digital records to determine potential risks and check compliance with guidelines.
- Executed successful compliance monitoring and risk assessment programs.
- Contributed to large-scale risk assessment initiatives and promoted improved business procedures and controls.
- Assisted clients to resolve deficiencies in risk prevention, business controls, and productivity.
- Created and managed training classes to educate new hires and existing employees about compliance concerns.
- Upkeep of share register.
- Established and upheld corporate governance framework for clientele.
- Oversaw board director selection, training, and development.
- Prepared minutes of actions during board and committee meetings.
- Provided guidance to board of directors regarding their responsibilities.
- Preparation of annual meetings.
- Managed and adhered to CIPC client requirements.
- Collaborated with Accounting Department to proactively anticipate compliance requirements
Head of Compliance and AML Department
TIA CHI TECH SOUTH AFRICA
Johannesburg
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Led the implementation of FIC Act reporting procedures.
- Authored AML and CTF training manual.
- Monitored compliance risk controls to identify deviations and offer recommendations.
- Organized training programs to educate company staff on benefits and consequences of complying or defying regulations.
- Documented procedures considering compliance audits.
- Provided guidance on risk management initiatives, compliance programs, and transaction monitoring systems for online casino licensing.
- Used proprietary systems to process applications, filings and registrations.
Labour Law and Compliance Consultant
Pumeza Bono Inc
Port Elizabeth
05.2020 - 11.2021
- Created procedure documents to guide end-users through new processes
- Conducted legal research and analysis to draft legal opinions and reports
- Reviewed legal materials for compliance and corrected issues
- Conducted extensive fraud investigations and provided general legal advice on best practices.
Candidate Attorney
Pumeza Bono Inc
Port Elizabeth
03.2016 - 03.2018
- Handled client consultations, court appearances, and drafting of legal documents
- Navigated the legal environment with exceptional versatility
- Managed legal document review and file management systems.
Business Associate
WNS GLOBAL
Cape Town
03.2016 - 02.2018
- Assisted UK clients with billing, payments, and site visit arrangements
- Ensured compliance with company procedures and analyzed data for senior management.
- Delivered fast, friendly and knowledgeable service for routine questions and service complaints.
- Updated databases with new and modified customer data.
- Handled escalated customer service concerns to preserve customer satisfaction and maintain long-term business relationships.
Education
LLM: International Trade Law -
NUSL
Boston, Massachusetts01.2020
Bachelor of Law (LLB) -
University of Fort Hare
East London, South Africa04.2016
High School Diploma -
Lawson Brown High School
Port Elizabeth, South Africa01.2012
Skills
- Analyzing statistics
- Statutory research
- Clerical writing
- Developing compliance programs
- Compiling data for reporting
- Legal rafting
- Risk management strategies
- Fraud investigations
- Employer compliance
- Arbitration and litigation
- Conflict resolution
- Compliance Audit
- Time management
- Policy development
- Procedure optimization
- Compliance review
- CIPC Management
- Trust registration
Languages
- Xhosa, First Language
- Zulu, First Language
- Southern Sotho, C2 (Proficient)
- English, C2 (Proficient)
- Afrikaans, A2 (Elementary)
- ASL, B1 (Intermediate)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Compliance Team Lead
Norfer Inc
04.2023 - Current
Head of Compliance and AML Department
TIA CHI TECH SOUTH AFRICA
02.2022 - 01.2023
Labour Law and Compliance Consultant
Pumeza Bono Inc
05.2020 - 11.2021
Candidate Attorney
Pumeza Bono Inc
03.2016 - 03.2018
Business Associate
WNS GLOBAL
03.2016 - 02.2018
LLM: International Trade Law -
NUSL
Bachelor of Law (LLB) -
University of Fort Hare
High School Diploma -
Lawson Brown High School
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