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FINANCIAL SECTOR CONDUCT AUTHORITY (FSCA)
 
 
ANALYST - MARKET RISK AND TRANSPARENCY DEPARTMENT (PRETORIA)
Reference Number FSCA161
 
Description
 
Purpose of the Job
To oversee the implementation and supervision of the regulatory framework for financial benchmarks and of Credit Rating Services Act No. 24 of 2012 (CRS Act) which was adopted in April 2013. The person appointed to this position will be stationed in the Market Risk and Transparency Department, under the Market Integrity and Decision Sciences Division and will report directly to the Senior Manager: Ratings & Indices.


Key Performance Areas
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
  • Understand and apply provisions and conditions of the legislative framework;
  • Execute on-site reviews with professionalism and to required technical standards;
  • Assist with the monitoring of compliance with the provisions of the Financial Markets Act and subordinate legislation;
  • Liaise with and render appropriate regulatory guidance to stakeholders after consultation with the Specialist Analyst and the Manager;
  • Conduct investigations regarding unregistered credit rating agencies and ensure that all relevant complaints are dealt with; and
  • Be able to deal with constructive criticism and be willing to learn on the job.

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Other Key Competencies
The applicant must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, active listening, critical thinking, strong financial and numeracy skills, excellent communication skills (verbal and written), ability to work in a team, and innovative and strategic thinking. The candidate must be confident and decisive, and approach all tasks in a professional manner.
 
Requirements
A Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Finance or Mathematics, with at least 2 – 3 years of experience in the financial sector and/or the regulatory environment within the financial services industry. Good knowledge and/or experience of the functioning of the financial markets.
 
Closing Date: 29 March 2024
 
Work Level Skilled
Job Type Permanent
Salary Market Related
EE Position Yes
Location Pretoria
 
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