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SK4802 Assignment 2 / Semester 2 2024 - DUE 28 October 2024
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RSK4802 Assignment 2 (Completive Answers) 2 2024 - DUE 28 October2024
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Question: The Financial Advisory and Intermediary Act places a lot of importance on the
Compliance Officer position within the structures of a Financial Services Provider (FSP).
According to the Act, a compliance officer must be “fit and proper." Discuss the five fit and
proper requirements under the Act and explain the importance of these requirements in
the context of risk management.
INTRODUCTION
PERSONAL CHARACTER QUALITIES OF HONESTY AND INTEGRITY
COMPETENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS OPERATIONAL ABILITY
Financial Soundness
Capability to Hold Office
Reputation and Character
CONCLUSION
Question: The Financial Advisory and
Intermediary Act places a lot of importance on
the Compliance Officer position within the
structures of a Financial Services Provider
(FSP). According to the Act, a compliance
officer must be “fit and proper." Discuss the five
fit and proper requirements under the Act and
, explain the importance of these requirements in
the context of risk management.
INTRODUCTION
The Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act (FAIS Act) in South Africa governs the
regulation and operation of financial services providers (FSPs) and intermediaries. One of the
pivotal positions highlighted by the FAIS Act is the Compliance Officer, who plays a critical role
in ensuring that FSPs adhere to the legal and regulatory frameworks of the financial services
industry. The Act stresses that a compliance officer must meet the criteria of being “fit and
proper” to effectively fulfill their responsibilities. Section 8 of the FAIS Act outlines the key
requirements that a compliance officer must satisfy to be considered fit and proper, which
include aspects related to integrity, competence, operational ability, financial soundness, and
adherence to the requirements of honesty. The importance of these fit and proper requirements in
the context of risk management cannot be overstated, as they help mitigate various operational
and compliance risks within the financial services sector. This discussion elaborates on the five
fit and proper requirements outlined in Section 8 of the FAIS Act and their significance in
ensuring effective risk management within an FSP.
PERSONAL CHARACTER QUALITIES OF
HONESTY AND INTEGRITY
Section 8(1)(a) of the FAIS Act states that an applicant, including the Compliance
Officers must demonstrate personal character qualities of honesty and integrity. This
requirement ensures that the individuals involved in the management and compliance
functions of an FSP are trustworthy and act in an ethical manner. Compliance Officers
are often entrusted with sensitive information, including client data, and are
responsible for ensuring that the FSP complies with complex regulations and
legal violations. Therefore, honesty and integrity are foundational traits to ensure that
Compliance practices are followed without compromise.
In the context of risk management, having a Compliance Officer who demonstrates
Honesty and integrity reduce the likelihood of fraudulent or unethical practices within
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