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Job Summary

The CIB/RBB Compliance Advisory Manager at Absa Bank (Mauritius) Limited ‘ABML’ plays a strategic role in guiding the Business Units ‘BUs’ through an increasingly complex regulatory environment. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will provide expert, solutions-focused compliance support that balances regulatory obligations with commercial ambition.
The CIB/RBB Compliance Advisory Manager will help shape and embed a culture of integrity by translating complex regulations into practical advice, policies, and controls across Corporate and Investment Banking ‘CIB’ and Retail and Business Banking ‘RBB’. With a sharp focus on emerging risks such as digital innovation, ESG, and AI, the CIB/RBB Compliance Advisory Manager will ensure ABML remains compliant, agile, and forward-looking.
Your work will directly protect and enhance the ABML’s reputation, foster trust with key stakeholders, and future-proof operations in a dynamic regulatory environment.

Job Description

Operational Duties

Champion the strategic objectives of the Compliance function by embedding regulatory rigour and foresight across all advisory activities
Provide high-impact, solutions-oriented compliance advice to CIB/RBB BUs, aligned with evolving regulatory landscapes and BUs growth
Lead and support the effective implementation and monitoring of key compliance policies, processes, and standards in line with AGL requirements and local regulations
Deliver timely, accurate, and commercially attuned compliance opinions on BUs initiatives, protecting both value creation and regulatory alignment
Drive continuous improvement in compliance methodologies, drawing from industry developments, emerging risks, and internal insights
Facilitate regulatory awareness across BUs, embedding a culture of ethical conduct and proactive risk management
Maintain the Compliance process, including delivery of advisory support to Compliance Officers in respect of allocated regulatory requirements
Actively participate in and contribute to process re-engineering, new product development and approval processes and other project meetings, where relevant, by providing subject matter expertise on compliance risk management or allocated regulatory requirements and policies
Provide clear, accurate and timely advice to CIB/RBB Compliance Advisory Senior Manager on requests from management for input on new initiatives and projects thereby providing a superior service which protects and enhance reputation of the Compliance function
Apply expertise to the maintenance of allocated policies as well as ensuring AGL standards and local regulatory requirements are embedded within compliance documents
Support Regulatory Affairs in compiling Risk Management Plans for all core and high risk compliance requirements from an advisory perspective
Enhance and promote a compliance culture through awareness activities
Advise BUs on compliance issues and providing of compliance opinions
Contribute to the continued development and on-going improvement of ABML compliance methodology, standards and manuals based on own experience, research conducted, information received from stakeholders, industry Compliance developments and ideas for functional change
Advise BUs on the implementation and monitoring of compliance policies, processes and methodology
Create and build a compliance presence in the BUs through compliance advice
Conduct background research and compliance opinions in the new product initiative process by reviewing new product proposals for compliance against local regulatory requirements and providing the CIB/RBB Compliance Advisory Senior Manager with a report on these requirements
Provide advisory support to the BUs on any changes in regulatory affairs environment
Carry out research and conduct analysis on new regulatory requirements issued by the regulators and its impact on the BUs

Stakeholder Relations and Coordination of Regulator Contact

Keep the CIB/RBB Compliance Advisory Senior Manager informed on compliance matters which may pose financial or reputational risks for ABML
Serve as a trusted advisor to BUs leadership, keeping them abreast of regulatory developments, compliance risks, and reputational risk
Communicate regulatory issues/concerns with internal stakeholders and line management
Build robust relationships with key internal stakeholders namely Legal, Risk, Internal Audit, Financial Crime, and Regulatory Affairs to deliver holistic solutions
Represent Compliance at relevant meetings and forums, contributing confidently to cross-functional discussions on compliance risk.
Assist with the coordination of responses to regulatory enquiries and inspections to support a constructive relationship with regulators
Support FCC and Regulatory Affairs in all phases of regulatory engagement

Training

Design and deliver tailored compliance training programmes that support operational excellence and regulatory compliance
Determining training requirements or training content
Compile the annual Compliance training plan
Liaise with Compliance specialists who are responsible for determining the training needs and drive feedback and input from them to construct the training plan
Develop and deliver onboarding training for new joiners and periodic refreshers for staff across BUs
Partner with the Senior Compliance Advisory Manager to deliver strategic briefings on regulatory developments, enforcement actions, and group policy updates

Role/Person Specification

Preferred Education:

Degree in law, finance, economics or related discipline with minimum 5 years relevant experience or equivalent of 8 years bank related experience

Preferred Experience:

Prior experience in a compliance, legal, or advisory capacity within a leading financial institution or law firm
Proven track record in navigating complex regulatory environments and delivering sound compliance advice

Knowledge & Skills:

Deep understanding of corporate and retail banking products, structures, and operations, including Corporate and Investment Banking, Retail and Business Banking, Trade Finance, and SME.
Sound understanding of the control and compliance requirements both at dealing and operational support level
A deep understanding of the regulatory and BUs reporting requirements.
Sound understanding of products and their immediate impact to the BUs.
Understanding of the bank’s policies and procedures

Technical Competencies:

Intellectual and analytical skills
Strong understanding of CIB and RBB banking products, global and local regulations (AML/CFT, sanctions, insider trading, anti-bribery, conflicts of interest), and regulatory change monitoring and implementation responsibilities
Ability to assess compliance risks in products across Corporate Lending, Trade Finance, Investment Banking, Retail Lending, and SME services.
Understanding of compliance risks in digital onboarding, e-signatures, mobile platforms, electronic records and emerging technologies
Ability to assess the compliance impact of the use AI/ML in BUs
Ability to translate complex regulatory developments into actionable guidance for BUs and FLOD teams
Interpret legal/regulatory duties into policies, processes and training; oversee regulatory registers, conflict‑of‑interest registers, and industry‑wide compliance universe frameworks
Demonstrated sound judgement in risk stewardship and escalation, influencing senior management and governance forum
The strength of character, credibility and personal presence and the communication skills to operate confidently and effectively at senior levels both internally and externally.
Capable of developing compliance training content, delivering workshops, and facilitating regulatory awareness.
The flexibility to appreciate the commercial objectives of the BUs, coupled with an ability to challenge, independently and constructively, senior management, peers or other staff where appropriate, to insist upon adherence to the highest standards of business practice and to the requirements of relevant authorities. Tact and sensitivity as well as strength and authority are important.
Ability to use initiative and work with minimum supervision but ensuring, at the same time, that the line reports are kept fully informed at all times.
Ability to consider issues from a range of angles and propose creative solutions that assist the BUs in achieving its goals in a safe, compliant and controlled manner.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with senior internal and external audiences – to educate, persuade, negotiate, gain decisions, enforce.
Ability to influence senior management.
Ability to make a real contribution in a rapidly changing environment and thrive on change and the need to learn rapidly
IT skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with comfort presenting to senior stakeholders

Behavioural Competencies:

Integrity and professionalism
Sound judgment when balancing regulatory requirements and BUs objectives.
Decision making based on risk, compliance obligations, reputational impact, and long-term sustainability
Builds trust and credibility with internal stakeholders
Excellent stakeholder management: advising Head of BUs, liaising with regulators, and cross‑functional engagements
Outstanding communication skills, written and verbal, with the ability to simplify complex regulations for diverse audiences
Experience in developing and delivering high-quality training content
Ability to influence, guide, and challenge stakeholders constructively and confidently
Committed to continuous learning, adaptability, and thought leadership
Time Management
Financial Management
Leadership skills

Education

Higher Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

CIB/RBB Compliance Advisory Manager

Absa Group

Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together…one story at a time.

Operational Duties

Champion the strategic objectives of the Compliance function by embedding regulatory rigour and foresight across all advisory activities

Provide high-impact, solutions-oriented compliance advice to CIB/RBB BUs, aligned with evolving regulatory landscapes and BUs growth

Lead and support the effective implementation and monitoring of key compliance policies, processes, and standards in line with AGL requirements and local regulations

Deliver timely, accurate, and commercially attuned compliance opinions on BUs initiatives, protecting both value creation and regulatory alignment

Drive continuous improvement in compliance methodologies, drawing from industry developments, emerging risks, and internal insights

Facilitate regulatory awareness across BUs, embedding a culture of ethical conduct and proactive risk management

Maintain the Compliance process, including delivery of advisory support to Compliance Officers in respect of allocated regulatory requirements

Actively participate in and contribute to process re-engineering, new product development and approval processes and other project meetings, where relevant, by providing subject matter expertise on compliance risk management or allocated regulatory requirements and policies

Provide clear, accurate and timely advice to CIB/RBB Compliance Advisory Senior Manager on requests from management for input on new initiatives and projects thereby providing a superior service which protects and enhance reputation of the Compliance function

Apply expertise to the maintenance of allocated policies as well as ensuring AGL standards and local regulatory requirements are embedded within compliance documents

Support Regulatory Affairs in compiling Risk Management Plans for all core and high risk compliance requirements from an advisory perspective

Enhance and promote a compliance culture through awareness activities

Advise BUs on compliance issues and providing of compliance opinions

Contribute to the continued development and on-going improvement of ABML compliance methodology, standards and manuals based on own experience, research conducted, information received from stakeholders, industry Compliance developments and ideas for functional change

Advise BUs on the implementation and monitoring of compliance policies, processes and methodology

Create and build a compliance presence in the BUs through compliance advice

Conduct background research and compliance opinions in the new product initiative process by reviewing new product proposals for compliance against local regulatory requirements and providing the CIB/RBB Compliance Advisory Senior Manager with a report on these requirements

Provide advisory support to the BUs on any changes in regulatory affairs environment

Carry out research and conduct analysis on new regulatory requirements issued by the regulators and its impact on the BUs

Stakeholder Relations and Coordination of Regulator Contact

Keep the CIB/RBB Compliance Advisory Senior Manager informed on compliance matters which may pose financial or reputational risks for ABML

Serve as a trusted advisor to BUs leadership, keeping them abreast of regulatory developments, compliance risks, and reputational risk

Communicate regulatory issues/concerns with internal stakeholders and line management

Build robust relationships with key internal stakeholders namely Legal, Risk, Internal Audit, Financial Crime, and Regulatory Affairs to deliver holistic solutions

Represent Compliance at relevant meetings and forums, contributing confidently to cross-functional discussions on compliance risk.

Assist with the coordination of responses to regulatory enquiries and inspections to support a constructive relationship with regulators

Support FCC and Regulatory Affairs in all phases of regulatory engagement

Training

Design and deliver tailored compliance training programmes that support operational excellence and regulatory compliance

Determining training requirements or training content

Compile the annual Compliance training plan

Liaise with Compliance specialists who are responsible for determining the training needs and drive feedback and input from them to construct the training plan

Develop and deliver onboarding training for new joiners and periodic refreshers for staff across BUs

Partner with the Senior Compliance Advisory Manager to deliver strategic briefings on regulatory developments, enforcement actions, and group policy updates

Role/Person Specification

Preferred Education:

Degree in law, finance, economics or related discipline with minimum 5 years relevant experience or equivalent of 8 years bank related experience

Preferred Experience:

Prior experience in a compliance, legal, or advisory capacity within a leading financial institution or law firm

Proven track record in navigating complex regulatory environments and delivering sound compliance advice

Knowledge & Skills:

Deep understanding of corporate and retail banking products, structures, and operations, including Corporate and Investment Banking, Retail and Business Banking, Trade Finance, and SME.

Sound understanding of the control and compliance requirements both at dealing and operational support level

A deep understanding of the regulatory and BUs reporting requirements.

Sound understanding of products and their immediate impact to the BUs.

Understanding of the bank’s policies and procedures

Technical Competencies:

Intellectual and analytical skills

Strong understanding of CIB and RBB banking products, global and local regulations (AML/CFT, sanctions, insider trading, anti-bribery, conflicts of interest), and regulatory change monitoring and implementation responsibilities

Ability to assess compliance risks in products across Corporate Lending, Trade Finance, Investment Banking, Retail Lending, and SME services.

Understanding of compliance risks in digital onboarding, e-signatures, mobile platforms, electronic records and emerging technologies

Ability to assess the compliance impact of the use AI/ML in BUs

Ability to translate complex regulatory developments into actionable guidance for BUs and FLOD teams

Interpret legal/regulatory duties into policies, processes and training; oversee regulatory registers, conflict‑of‑interest registers, and industry‑wide compliance universe frameworks

Demonstrated sound judgement in risk stewardship and escalation, influencing senior management and governance forum

The strength of character, credibility and personal presence and the communication skills to operate confidently and effectively at senior levels both internally and externally.

Capable of developing compliance training content, delivering workshops, and facilitating regulatory awareness.

Ability to use initiative and work with minimum supervision but ensuring, at the same time, that the line reports are kept fully informed at all times.

Ability to consider issues from a range of angles and propose creative solutions that assist the BUs in achieving its goals in a safe, compliant and controlled manner.

Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with senior internal and external audiences – to educate, persuade, negotiate, gain decisions, enforce.

Ability to influence senior management.

Ability to make a real contribution in a rapidly changing environment and thrive on change and the need to learn rapidly

IT skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with comfort presenting to senior stakeholders

Behavioural Competencies:

Integrity and professionalism

Sound judgment when balancing regulatory requirements and BUs objectives.

Decision making based on risk, compliance obligations, reputational impact, and long-term sustainability

Builds trust and credibility with internal stakeholders

Excellent stakeholder management: advising Head of BUs, liaising with regulators, and cross‑functional engagements

Outstanding communication skills, written and verbal, with the ability to simplify complex regulations for diverse audiences

Experience in developing and delivering high-quality training content

Ability to influence, guide, and challenge stakeholders constructively and confidently

Committed to continuous learning, adaptability, and thought leadership

Time Management

Financial Management

Leadership skills