Watson VILAKAZI
@watsonvilakazi
LLB Qualified Compliance & Operations Professional | Legal Administration | Governance & Risk Support
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
LLB-qualified Legal & Compliance professional with 5+ years of experience supporting compliance administration, governance processes, audit readiness, legal documentation management, and operational administration across finance, healthcare, education, and consulting environments.
Experienced in compliance monitoring, payroll compliance, records management, SOP development, stakeholder coordination, workflow administration, and regulatory support. Skilled in maintaining confidential documentation, supporting governance initiatives, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring adherence to policies and regulatory frameworks.
Proficient in Sage Payroll, SimplePay, Xero, PaySpace, Microsoft 365, Airtable, Notion, ClickUp, and digital document management systems. Highly organised, detail-oriented, adaptable, and remote-work ready with strong communication and analytical skills.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Bookkeeper & Payroll Support
Freelancer
Mar 2020 - Present (6 years 2 months)
Supported payroll compliance administration by managing statutory deductions and reconciliations for PAYE, UIF, and SDL while maintaining accurate and confidential payroll/financial records. Assisted with payroll reporting, compliance documentation, and data verification processes to strengthen compliance standards.
Independent Compliance Consultant
Freelancer
Mar 2020 - Present (6 years 2 months)
Provided independent compliance and operational support by developing SOPs and governance documentation, maintaining internal control records, and preparing audit-ready materials. Coordinated compliance reporting and risk tracking, supporting stakeholders to meet regulatory and organisational requirements.
Administrative Clerk
Mogogelo Community Clinic
Jan 2022 - Oct 2024 (2 years 9 months)
Managed confidential administrative, legal, and compliance-related records in a healthcare environment, supporting audit readiness through accurate documentation and document control. Coordinated workflows and reporting processes and supported governance and compliance activities in line with privacy requirements.
Examination Invigilator/Scanner
University of Pretoria
Jan 2021 - Dec 2021 (11 months)
Ensured compliance with examination governance protocols by maintaining accurate incident records and required compliance documentation. Coordinated administrative processes and supported procedural compliance and confidentiality during examination activities.
Network Marketer / Sales Rep
Clientele
Jul 2017 - Mar 2020 (2 years 8 months)
Managed stakeholder engagement and client communication activities, maintaining performance tracking and reporting records. Coordinated client onboarding administration, supporting workflow management and required documentation processes.
School Administrator
Khomba Primary School
Feb 2017 - Mar 2020 (3 years 1 month)
Administered institutional documentation and records in alignment with governance and policy requirements, supporting compliance reporting and workflow tracking. Maintained organised filing and document management systems to support audit readiness and coordinated daily operational administration and stakeholder activities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Law
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) completed in 2024.
iCollage
IT Technical Support, Information Technology
Completed IT Technical Support qualification in 2017.
Mamodibo High School
Grade 12 (Matric), Secondary Education
Grade 12/Matric qualification completed in 2016.
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
Skills
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