- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification Bachelors , Higher National Certificate
- Experience 3 – 5 years
- Location Gauteng
- City Johannesburg
- Job Field Banking
Regulatory Dispute Adjudicator at Absa Group Limited (Absa)
Regulatory Dispute Adjudicator
Job Summary
- To resolve complaints referred by Ombudsman and Regulators within the banking division by engaging directly with customers and external bodies, applying Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) principles, and using creative problem-solving to achieve fair outcomes.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external counterparts while ensuring compliance with governance standards and SLA commitments.
Job Description
Education
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Relevant tertiary qualification (e.g., Diploma or Degree in Banking, Compliance, Risk Management, or related field) or equivalent experience in banking complaints resolution and regulatory engagement.
Experience
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Minimum 3–5 years in complaints resolution, customer service, or regulatory engagement.
Competencies
- Strong communication and negotiation skills.
- Customer-centric mindset with empathy and problem-solving ability.
- Ability to think creatively under pressure.
- Collaboration and influencing skills.
Accountability: Legal Risk
- Engage regularly with Ombudsman and regulator offices to share information, clarify issues, and resolve disputes professionally.
- Apply internal policies and regulatory guidelines consistently; escalate matters requiring legal interpretation to the designated internal legal resource/Legal.
Accountability: Leadership & Management
- Manage own caseload to completion, ensuring all complaints are responded to timeously and with quality that embraces fairness.
- Liaise effectively between customers, business units, Ombudsman, and regulator offices to achieve resolution.
- Contribute to team objectives and strategy; provide high-quality support to business stakeholders.
- Demonstrate strong relationship management skills with customers and external bodies.
- Demonstrate strong analytical skills and solve complex problems creatively and effectively.
- Add value in operational discussions and provide insights that improve complaint handling processes.
Accountability: Risk and Control
- Actively raise the profile of the Customer Care function and embed governance and control requirements in all case handling.
- Maintain accurate, auditable records for assurance and reporting.
- Identify risks and escalate appropriately to protect the Bank’s reputation and compliance posture.
Accountability: Teamwork
- Share knowledge and provide support to complaint resolution teams on TCF principles.
- Collaborate across teams and geographies to break down silos; provide constructive feedback and openly share expertise.
Accountability: Technical
- Handle sensitive disputes professionally and confidentially; resolve quickly to limit reputational, regulatory, and financial risk.
- Engage customers directly (calls/letters) and liaise with Ombudsman/regulators to clarify issues, agree steps, and close out resolutions.
- Use case management systems effectively; produce regular reports on complaint volumes and resolution trends.
Education
Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)
End Date: December 19, 2025
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to Absa Group Limited (Absa) on absa.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com to apply

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