Non Executive Director in South Africa

We are a leading trading platform that is ambitiously expanding to the four corners of the globe. Our top-rated products have won prestigious industry awards for their cutting-edge technology and seamless client experience. We deliver only the best, so we are always in search of the best people to join our ever-growing talented team.

The Non-Executive Director will play a key role in providing independent oversight, strategic direction, and governance to the Company. This includes challenging and supporting the executive team, ensuring the Company’s compliance with applicable financial services regulations, and upholding principles of transparency, accountability, and ethical business conduct.

Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic oversight and contribute to the development and review of the Company’s long-term business plans and objectives
• Ensure that effective systems of financial control, risk management, and regulatory compliance are in place
• Support the monitoring of business performance, including reviewing financial and operational reports and providing objective challenge to management
• Promote and uphold a strong culture of ethics, accountability, and compliance throughout the organisation
• Ensure alignment with the King IV Code of Corporate Governance and other applicable frameworks, including the Financial Markets Act and FSCA guidelines
• Participate actively in board and committee meetings, bringing independent judgement and constructive challenge to discussions
• Maintain oversight of management’s execution of approved strategy, policies, and risk controls
  
  
  

Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business, law, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in financial services, preferably in money or capital markets, investment, or brokerage
• Must have recent experience in retail financial services (ideally brokerage) in South Africa and strong working knowledge of the South African financial services regulations and requirements
• Must meet the Financial Sector Conduct Authority’s (“FSCA”) Fit and Proper requirements, including class of business and product-specific training where relevant
• Must not have a history of fraudulent financial dealings or regulatory breaches
• Must have understanding of corporate governance, financials and risk management
• Must have strong leadership skills
• Be comfortable in a fast-paced environment, where non-routine and/or complex issues are common
• Be able to handle complex issues, projects, and processes
• Demonstrate strong moral and ethical principles. Be willing to learn, accept accountability, demonstrate initiative and support effective co-operation
• Strong sense of financial integrity, responsibility and being able to carry on the regulated activity competently, honestly and fairly
• Be of good reputation, character and being reliable
  
  
  

What you will get in return:

• Competitive Salary: We believe great work deserves great pay! Your skills and talents will be rewarded with a salary that makes you feel valued and motivated
• Work-Life Harmony: Join a company that genuinely cares about you - because your life outside of work matters just as much as your time on the clock
• Annual Performance Bonus: Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed! Celebrate your achievements with a well-deserved annual bonus tied to your performance
• Generous Time Off: Need a breather? Our annual leave policy lets you recharge and enjoy life outside of work without a worry
• Employee Referral Program: Love working here? Share the love! Bring your talented friends on board and get rewarded for growing our awesome team
• Comprehensive Health & Pension Benefits: From medical insurance to pension plans, we’ve got your back. Plus, location-specific benefits and perks!
• Workation Wonderland: Live your digital nomad dreams with 30 extra days to work remotely from anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply). Adventure awaits!
• Volunteer Days: Make a difference! Take two additional paid days each year to support causes you care about and give back to the community
  
  
  

Be a key player at the forefront of the digital assets movement, propelling your career to new heights! Join a dynamic and rapidly expanding company that values and rewards talent, initiative, and creativity. Work alongside one of the most brilliant teams in the industry.