About Oracle Compliance
Oracle Compliance was formed in 2004 in response to the enactment of the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act (FAIS) and the Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA). It was also formed as a result of the growing need for Corporate Governance principles and practices necessitating a greater need by public and private companies to implement Risk Management procedures.
We have assisted a wide range of clients from listed entities to smaller boutique firms in all areas of the financial sector including:
Discretionary Fund Managers
Insurance Companies
Independent Financial Advisers
Retail Direct Marketers
Insurance Brokers
Private Equity Fund managers
Hedge Fund Managers
Why Oracle Compliance?
Legal expertise Oracle Compliance is headed by specialised industry personnel, accredited by the Compliance Institute of SA and approved by the FSCA. In addition, Oracle Compliance is associated with a leading firm of attorneys providing specialist advice on legal matters ancillary to the regulatory and compliance environment.
Years of experience Oracle Compliance was founded in 2004 in response to the enactment of the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services Act (FAIS) and the Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA). Together, the directors of Oracle Compliance have over 50 years of experience working in the financial, legal and corporate sectors. Since then, the scope of service has had to broaden given the more stringent regulations being imposed by regulators.
Personalised service Our team takes pride in our dedicated service and our close relationships with our clients. We take the needs of our clients seriously and realise the importance of tailor-made solutions for every situation.
Up-to-date, in-depth knowledge Oracle Compliance prides itself in constantly staying updated on the latest laws and regulations regarding compliance and financial risk management. We constantly research the topic, attend relevant events and conferences and have a close working relationship with the FSCA, the main regulator in this industry, with whom we meet regularly to stay up-to-date in matters of compliance.
Keeping you ahead of the game Our compliance services go beyond helping our clients comply with the legal requirements of the regulators. At Oracle Compliance we recognise that regulatory compliance is not just about following systems. It also offers an opportunity to consistently strengthen your organisation through strategic, proactive measures, such as best practices, employee training, internal controls, and benchmarking appropriate for your industry and size.
Leonardo d’Onofrio
Managing Director
Profile:
Leonardo began his compliance career at Liberty Life in 2000 where he worked as a Compliance Officer in the distribution division of the group.
In 2004 he left and founded Oracle Compliance. Leonardo has been appointed as the Statutory Compliance Officer for many Financial Services Providers and has advised both local and foreign providers on their compliance processes over the past 12 years.
His areas of expertise include Private Equity, Asset Management, all types of insurance, stock broking, online trading platforms, commodity brokers, bond originators, call centres and direct marketers.
Leonardo is a registered Compliance Officer with the FSCA and is authorised by the Compliance Institute of South Africa as a Compliance Practitioner.
Qualifications:
- BA (Wits); MBA (University of West London (UK) 2001; Certificate in Compliance Management (UCT) 2003
Daniela Anderson
Director
Profile:
Daniela has been working in the Compliance and Financial Advising Industry for over ten years. She is head of Operations, a Director and Shareholder of Oracle Compliance. Prior to this, Daniela gained over 14 years’ experience in the management consulting industry at Accenture Consulting, where she held the position of Senior Manager Financial Services and headed up the Change Management Division at Accenture.
She specialises in Change Management, Project Management, FAIS Compliance, ERP Systems implementations and Human Resources (Recruitment and HR Operations).
Daniela has worked for various clients within the financial and banking services, consumer goods industry and the SA Government. She is adept at managing the “change” throughout a project and business life cycle, facilitating sessions, managing teams, creating and maintaining project plans and schedules, and preparing and presenting project briefings and status to executives and steercoms.
Qualifications:
- Bcomm Honours (Wits); All FAIS Regulatory Exams
Thandiwe Maseko
Compliance Officer
Profile:
Thandiwe began her career as a communications consultant working for various local and international companies in the film and entertainment industry in Zimbabwe and Botswana.
Following this she moved to the United Kingdom, where she attained her LLB from the University of London. She is a qualified attorney admitted in Botswana where she practised law before relocating to South Africa. She is also a qualified company secretary, a member of Chartered Secretaries South Africa and a member of the Institute of Risk Managers South Africa.
Before venturing into compliance, Thandiwe worked with distressed companies in relation to business rescue process flows. She is currently studying towards an LLM in corporate Law with the University of South Africa.
Qualifications:
- Diploma in communications; LLB (University of London) Attorney (Botswana) non-practising
- Post Graduate Diploma (Chartered Secretaries South Africa)
Andrea Samuels
Compliance Officer
Profile:
Andrea is a registered compliance officer with the Financial Sector Conduct Authority, with specific interest and experience in derivatives products. She has successfully obtained one of the first over-the-counter derivatives licenses for non-banks in South Africa.
A Durban original, Andrea relocated to Johannesburg to complete her LLB at the University of Witwatersrand, which lead to her career as a practicing attorney for multiple years, focusing on third-party claims and other civil matters before venturing into compliance.
Outside of the office, she is a major sports fan with Manchester United and Oracle Red Bull Racing being her favourites.
Qualifications:
- LLB (Wits)
- Attorney of the High Court of South Africa
- Certificate in Compliance Management (UCT)
- Regulatory Exams 1; 3 & 5
Erika Gace
Compliance Officer
Profile:
Erika has more than 25 years’ experience in the financial services industry; this includes experience in long term insurance, pension funds, medical schemes, and Collective Investments.
She has dedicated many years to legal, risk and compliance within the Financial Services industry and has a good understanding of business processes and structures.
As a compliance officer she has experience with CAT I and II Financial Service Providers. She spent approximately 20 years with Discovery Holdings providing legal and compliance guidance and advice.
Qualifications:
- LLB, Higher Certificate in Financial Planning and Compliance Management certification and numerous certificates through the Compliance Institute
- RE1, RE3 and RE5 regulatory exams
Dani Human
Compliance Administrator
Profile:
Daniela has been working in finance since 1995.
She has held various positions with a focus on Financial and operational functions. The establishment of divisions within the businesses, policies and procedures to monitor and govern departments and employees. Structuring, implementing, managing and measuring all KPA’s, KPI’s and business requirements within businesses. Financial Management and budgeting.