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Regulatory Analyst

Regulatory Analyst

JSE LimitedWorkFromHome, Gauteng, South Africa
30+ days ago
Job description

Job category : Banking, Finance, Insurance. Stockbroking

Contract : Permanent

Remuneration : Market Related

EE position : Yes

About our company

The JSE recognises that its success and strength depend on the quality of its employees. We are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and high standards of performance. Our employee wellness programme is designed to encourage work-life balance for employees. We naturally seek to empower staff and encourage diversity and opportunities for all.

Introduction

To ensure that listed debt and specialist security companies and all other regulated and semi-regulated parties comply with the JSE Listings Requirements and JSE Debt Listings Requirements to enable the JSE to mitigate financial and reputational risk to the JSE as the regulator and the stock exchange.

Responsibilities

Protect and grow core business – Process Management

  • Review, analyse and interpret the information submitted and perform needed assessments to identify if the instruments that will be listed is one or more of the following : vanilla debt, convertible bonds, credit-linked notes, index-linked notes, structured notes / products, exchange traded notes, exchange traded funds, actively managed certificates, actively managed exchange traded funds, warrants, securitisations, asset-backed securities, preference shares, project bonds, sustainability securities and potential debt or specialist securities that may come to market (e.g. crypto assets, carbon credits, etc.)
  • Once the instrument type / s have been identified, assess which specific requirements or if multiple sets of requirements would be applicable when reviewing documentation.
  • Subject instrument types to in-depth analysis to determine if future assets / securities / indices would be utilised in the relevant instrument type / s and identify the relevant requirements.
  • Maintain consistency in review process when ensuring compliance with the requirements in order to mitigate risks.
  • Assist listed companies or sponsors with issues pertaining to compliance to the listing requirements by outlining requirements or providing suitable alternatives.
  • Ensure that Issuer Regulation Page on the website is up to date with all continuously updating documents.
  • Utilise JSE systems, internal data and market data to regulate companies, identify trends and issues with listed companies.

Protect and grow core business – Business and Financial Results Management

  • Apply cost effectiveness principles in planning and delivery to contribute to achievement of divisional financial targets.
  • Regulate the issuers of debt and specialist securities by ensuring their adherence to the Listings Requirements and Debt Listings Requirements.
  • Documents to be vetted to ensure full compliance with the Listings Requirements and Debt Listings Requirements.
  • Provide advice and guidance to prospective and existing applicant issuers.
  • Identify opportunities to improve on existing procedures and processes.

    • Protect and grow core business – Stakeholder relationship management

  • Understand and meet clients' needs by continuous and clear communication.
  • Build sponsor, debt sponsor and designated person relationships by communicating in a professional manner.
  • Maintain consistency in interaction with all clients.
  • Engage in quarterly meetings with key debt sponsors, sponsors and designated persons.

    • Protect and grow core business – Self-Management

  • Manage own delivery against agreed delivery plan and set timelines.
  • Improve personal capability and professional growth.

    • Protect and grow core business – Transformation and Innovation Contribution

  • Implement improvements and / or innovative ideas that add value to the JSE.

    • Technical / Professional Knowledge

  • Good understanding of the application of the JSE listings and debt listings requirements and associated legislation.
  • Keep abreast with topical issues of relevance to the capital markets regulatory environment.

    • Communication

  • Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups.

    • Continuous Learning - Optimising and innovating (Agile)

  • Actively identifying new areas for learning; regularly creating and taking advantage of learning opportunities.

    • Qualifications

  • Degree in Finance / Financial markets / Law.
  • A relevant Post graduate qualification would be an added advantage.
  • 2 years’ experience in debt and / or specialist securities market.

    • Knowledge and Skills Required

  • Knowledge and understanding of the basic mechanics behind various types of debt and specialist securities.
  • Knowledge of listings and debt listings requirements applicable to all mentioned debt and specialist securities.
  • Knowledge of accounting and / or legal terms pertaining to all mentioned debt and specialist securities.

    • What’s in it for you :

    We offer a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and professional development, including :

  • Hybrid ways of work for flexibility and balance.
  • Market-related total cost to company remuneration package.
  • Employee Assistance Programme for personal and professional support.
  • Health and Wellness Initiatives , including wellbeing leave and a wellbeing allowance.
  • Gender Neutral Parental Leave policy.
  • Free onsite gym , and an onsite coffee & salad bar.
  • Opportunities for participation in Leadership, Professional membership & conference / seminar attendance and Development Programs.

    • Join us at JSE, where your career aspirations can become a reality, and together, we can shape the future of our industry.

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