Crux Compliance Practitioners

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We support the letter and spirit of the law

Crux Compliance Practitioners are an independent Christian based compliance practice registered with the Financial Services Conduct Authority since March 2005. It was started by financial planners, for financial planners.

We are a value-based compliance offering and seeks to partner with Financial Service Providers who share the same vision for the Financial Services Industry. We support both the letter and the spirit of the law.

 

We have a dynamic team that strive for excellence

Meet our Team

 

Mr JB Joannides CPrac (SA)

Justin has been approved compliance officer with the financial services board since 2011, he previously held senior management positions within industry and has over 15 years’ experience in financial services which include operations, client service and distribution.

Mrs N Joannides

(Business Administration) – Natalia has a number of years’ experience in management and assist us with our training and accounts departments.

Ms. P Soma CPrac(SA)

Pervina is our compliance associate in Johannesburg South. Our partnership with Pervina provides us with greater understanding of the changing financial services landscape.

Mrs. S Venter

Suzette is our compliance associate in Mpumulanga. Suzette has over 10 years’ experience in compliance management. She is an invaluable asset to our team.

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OUR LATEST BLOGS

Wiesner v First National Bank(debarment)

From CompliNEWS | Financial Service Intelligence Watch Wiesner v First National Bank (a division of FirstRand Bank Limited) (debarment) Financial Services Tribunal ('FST' or 'the Tribunal') Parties: Wiesner v First National Bank (a division of FirstRand Bank Limited)...

Risk Management

From CompliNEWS | Financial Service Intelligence Watch Risk Management By Lee Rossini Risk is an inherent part of every business, project, or endeavour. Whether it's financial uncertainty, operational hazards, cybersecurity threats, or compliance risks, all businesses...

Guidance on the Risk Management and Compliance Programme

From CompliNEWS | Financial Service Intelligence Watch Guidance on the Risk Management and Compliance Programme (RMCP) - Guidance Note 7A (GN 7A) released by FIC The Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) has released Guidance Note 7A (GN 7A), providing updated guidance...

FSTC issues Reporting Notice 2 of 2024

From CompliNEWS | Financial Service Intelligence Watch FSTC issues Reporting Notice 2 of 2024: Financial sector entities required to submit B-BBEE compliance reports The Financial Sector Transformation Council (FSTC) has released Reporting Notice 2 of 2024, setting...

FICA – Comparison of GN 7 Chapter 4 vs GN 7A (its replacement)

From CompliNEWS | Financial Service Intelligence Watch FICA - Comparison of GN 7 Chapter 4 vs GN 7A (its replacement) By James George 1. Scope and Coverage GN 7 Chapter 4 – Focused solely on the Risk Management and Compliance Programme (RMCP) under section 42 of the...

COFI Bill set for Parliament this year

From CompliNEWS | Financial Service Intelligence Watch COFI Bill set for Parliament this year - Treasury The long-awaited Conduct of Financial Institutions (COFI) Bill is nearing its next legislative step, with its final draft awaiting certification before submission...

RE Exams: Preparation Guide updates 2025

From CompliNEWS | Financial Service Intelligence Watch Regulatory exams: Preparation guides updated for 2025 The FSCA has updated its Regulatory Examinations Preparation Guides for RE1, RE3, RE4, and RE5 as of 14 January 2025. These guides provide comprehensive...

R Jeewan v Fairbairn Consult (Pty) Ltd (debarment for failing to meet the ‘fit and proper’ standards)

From CompliNEWS | Financial Service Intelligence Watch R Jeewan v Fairbairn Consult (Pty) Ltd (debarment for failing to meet the 'fit and proper' standards) Financial Services Tribunal ('FST' or 'Tribunal') Parties: R Jeewan v Fairbairn Consult (Pty) Ltd Case No:...

Key updates on Companies Act

From CompliNEWS | Financial Service Intelligence Watch Key updates on the Companies Amendment Acts effective 1 January 2025 As of 1 January 2025, several provisions of the 2024 Companies Amendment Act and the Companies Second Amendment Act have officially come into...

Heavy penalties for FIC non-compliance

From CompliNEWS | Financial Service Intelligence Watch Heavy penalties for FIC non-compliance Non-financial businesses and professional firms could face stiff penalties if they neglect to submit risk and compliance returns to the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC)....