Hiring Now | Risk and Compliance Lead | Cape Town, Western Cape | Full-Time Permanent Position Available

Toys R Us and Babies R Us South Africa, widely recognized as the “World’s Greatest Toy Stores,” is seeking an analytical, self-motivated, and detail-oriented Risk and Compliance Lead to join their internal audit and operations team in Cape Town, Western Cape. Operating within the Compliance Department, this full-time permanent associate-level position is responsible for executing full-cycle internal audits, assessing risk management frameworks, investigating occurrences of fraud and theft, evaluating compliance against Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and delivering unbiased risk reports to senior management. If you possess a strong background in auditing standards, advanced data analysis capabilities, and meticulous problem-solving skills, Toys R Us offers a dynamic corporate environment to advance your career. Apply today to secure your position.

Job Overview

About the Role

Toys R Us and Babies R Us SA operates over 60 physical retail stores across South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, and Zambia, supported by an expansive digital commerce platform. Ensuring internal control integrity, safeguarding corporate assets, and maintaining strict SOP compliance across all retail branches, distribution points, and administrative departments are essential to sustaining group profitability and brand trust.

As the Risk and Compliance Lead, you will bring a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluating and improving the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control processes. You will perform end-to-end risk-based audits covering administration, inventory, sales, stock counts, and seasonal operations. Additionally, you will lead forensic investigations into fraud, waste, embezzlement, and theft, providing objective findings and practical, business-minded recommendations to management.

Key Performance Areas

End-to-End Internal Audit Execution

• Execute the complete internal audit cycle, including defining audit methodology, gathering evidence, sampling, testing, and report generation.

• Conduct fieldwork across retail stores and departments, evaluating operational practices against official SOPs and group compliance ratings.

• Perform risk-based internal audits covering store administration, inventory control, sales registers, physical stock counts, and high-volume seasonal trading periods.

• Travel regularly to assigned audit sites across the region to perform physical inspections and compliance verifications.

Risk Management, Governance & Fraud Investigation

• Proactively identify, rate, and monitor emerging operational, financial, and compliance risks across all business units.

• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of governance standards, risk mitigations, and internal controls.

• Conduct forensic investigations into reported or suspected occurrences of fraud, embezzlement, internal theft, stock shrinkage, and operational waste.

• Perform root-cause analyses on audit findings to distinguish between operational error and deliberate fraud, driving corrective actions.

Reporting, Assurance & Continuous Improvement

• Provide independent assurance to senior management that risk management and internal controls are functioning effectively and ethically.

• Analyze large volumes of operational and financial data to detect anomalies, compiling detailed, high-quality audit reports.

• Recommend practical, business-minded, and cost-effective solutions to address identified risks and align company practices with industry standards.

• Maintain clear, open communication lines with the Audit Manager, reporting audit progress, findings, and risk trends timeously.

Minimum Requirements

Educational Qualifications & Professional Knowledge

• Relevant Degree or National Diploma in Internal Auditing, Risk Management, Accounting, Compliance, or a related field

• Proven knowledge of international auditing standards, internal control frameworks, and retail SOPs

Experience & Key Competencies

• Proven experience in internal auditing, risk assessment, or forensic investigations, preferably within a retail, FMCG, or supply chain environment

• Demonstrated capability in analyzing large datasets, extracting operational insights, and writing comprehensive audit reports

• Willingness and flexibility to travel to store locations and audit sites across the region

Essential Skills & Personal Attributes

• Analytical & Conceptual Thinking: Sharp problem-solving ability with high conceptual clarity under tight deadlines

• Meticulous Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy when checking compliance, testing samples, and reviewing financial/stock ledgers

• Communication & Documentation: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to articulate audit findings objectively

• Independence & Integrity: Ability to maintain professional distance, providing unbiased, honest, and confidential assessments

• Adaptability & Resilience: Ability to multi-task, adapt to changing operational environments, and handle high-pressure situation gracefully

Core Values

Unbiased Assurance & Governance

Delivering objective, evidence-based audit findings maintains business integrity and protects company assets from risk and loss.

Analytical Rigor & Data Accuracy

Synthesizing complex operational metrics and inventory data ensures internal controls remain robust and responsive to emerging threats.

Practical Risk Solutions

Recommending pragmatic, realistic operational fixes helps retail branches improve efficiency while remaining fully compliant with group SOPs.

Expected Workspace Career Progression

Joining Toys R Us and Babies R Us SA as a Risk and Compliance Lead offers structured growth into executive risk and governance management:

Risk and Compliance Lead → Senior Internal Auditor → Audit & Compliance Manager → Head of Risk, Governance & Internal Audit

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the closing date for this Risk and Compliance Lead position in Cape Town?

This vacancy was posted on 06 July 2026 and officially closes on 06 August 2026. Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible.

Does this role require travel?

Yes, the position requires regular travel to various retail store branches, warehouses, and audit sites to execute fieldwork and physical stock verifications.

Where is this position located?

The role is based in Cape Town, Western Cape, overseeing regional risk, compliance, and internal audit functions for the group.

How to Apply

To apply for the Risk and Compliance Lead position at Toys R Us and Babies R Us South Africa, submit your application online via the official recruitment portal. Ensure your submission includes an updated CV detailing your internal audit, compliance, and fraud investigation experience, certified copies of your qualifications, ID document, and contact details for professional references.

• Closing Date: 06 August 2026 (Apply immediately)

• Employment Equity: Toys R Us South Africa is committed to equal opportunity employment and diversity in the workplace.

• Next Steps: Shortlisted candidates will be contacted directly for interview scheduling, technical assessments, and background verification.

👉 Apply Online via the Official Recruitment Portal

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