Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) Administrative Assistant

MVIA Tokai, Cape Town

Full-time Closes 12 Nov 2026 · 12 days left

Tokai, Cape Town Full-time Closes 12 Nov 2026

MVIA is looking for a careful and organized GRC Administrative Assistant to help the Head of Governance, Risk and Compliance (HoGRC) in Cape Town’s Southern Suburbs. This role is based in Tokai and involves supporting two licensed financial services companies by keeping their records accurate and well-managed. The job is perfect for someone who pays close attention to detail, enjoys structured work, and wants to start a career in governance, risk, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:
- Track important monitoring tasks, including updating calendars, lists, and evidence records.
- Organize documents, system reports, forms, approvals, emails, and call recordings as requested.
- Fill out checklists for monitoring tasks, noting details like sample, date, evidence reference, and observations.
- Listen to recorded calls, take notes, and verify if all required information was shared correctly.
- Identify missing, incomplete, or inconsistent information and report it to the HoGRC.
- Prepare weekly summaries of monitoring results for each financial services provider.
- Follow up with staff to provide evidence and maintain clear records of requests and responses.

Requirements:
- Matric (Grade 12) qualification.
- Preference for certificates/diplomas/degrees in risk management, compliance, law, or business administration.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in administration, quality checks, claims processing, or similar roles (especially in insurance/financial services).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint.
- Strong written English skills and ability to handle sensitive information confidentially.

Benefits:
- Permanent full-time position with structured responsibilities.
- Opportunity to gain experience in governance, risk, and compliance.
- Emphasis on integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.