Financial Crime Officer-1
FirstRand Bank Limited
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To support the identification of potential financial crime risks by analysing customer and/or payment information. This includes reviewing transactions and profiles to detect suspicious activity or individuals, in order to help reduce the incidence of financial crimes against the bank. The role involves applying established procedures and guidelines, escalating concerns appropriately, and contributing to the bank’s compliance and risk mitigation efforts.Hello Future Financial Crime Officer (x2)
Welcome to FNB, where we believe help is at the heart of human greatness. Our vision is to be a great business helping to create a better world.
As part of our talent team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.
Role Overview:
To support the effective management and mitigation of financial crime risk by conducting transaction and sanctions screening and handling Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) requests in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and internal policies.
Are you someone who can:
- Conduct transaction monitoring and sanctions screening reviews in line with regulatory obligations and internal standards.
- Process, analyse, and respond to Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) requests within prescribed regulatory timelines.
- Investigate identified financial crime risks and escalate matters in accordance with internal governance frameworks.
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive case documentation, including appropriate audit trails.
- Support ongoing compliance with AML/CFT legislation, internal policies, and procedures.
You will be an ideal candidate if you:
- Relevant qualification: Grade 12, Diploma, Bachelor of Commerce (Law), or equivalent relevant experience.
- 2–3 years’ experience in Financial Crime, AML/CFT, Compliance, or a related risk environment.
- Sound knowledge of AML/CFT legislation, regulatory obligations, and financial crime typologies.
- Strong analytical, investigative, and communication skills.
- Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet regulatory deadlines.
Key Competencies
- Attention to detail
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Written and verbal communication
- Risk awareness
- Professional judgement and integrity
You will have access to:
- Opportunities to network and collaborate
- Challenging Working Environment
- Opportunities to innovate
We can be a match if you are:
- Always doing the right thing – Fight for ethical conduct and transparency, both inside and outside.
- Curious – Believe in insight, creativity, and its power to unlock value.
- Deeply Invested – Take initiative and be a leader in your own right.
- Valuing differences – Be inclusive, gracious, decent, and humble.
- Building Trust not Territory – Crete a culture of sharing.
- Courageous – We’ve built a culture of bravery by speaking our minds and encouraging others to do the same.
Are you interested in taking the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now!
Closing Date: 13th August 2026
All applications must be done via the Group’s application portal. To access the portal, click on the link below.
https://firstrand.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/FRB/login
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Important Closing Date Note
Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.
14/08/26All 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.
Summary
Analyze transactions to detect and report financial crime risks in compliance.
Job title
Financial Crime Officer-1
Experience level
2-3 years
Minimum experience
2+ years exp
Industry
finance
Location requirements
Must be in Windhoek; remote work not specified
Salary
Not specified
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Windhoek, Namibia