Sam (Porteous) Petersen
About Sam (Porteous) Petersen
Sam Petersen is a Compliance Officer at Investec in Johannesburg, South Africa, with a strong educational background in finance and law. He has over a decade of experience in compliance and risk management across various organizations.
Work at Investec
Sam Petersen has served as a Compliance Officer at Investec since 2020. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring that the organization adheres to regulatory requirements and internal policies. His position is based in the Johannesburg Area, South Africa, where he has contributed to maintaining compliance standards within the financial services sector.
Education and Expertise
Sam Petersen studied at multiple institutions, including the Moonstone Business School of Excellence, where he focused on Finance and achieved Regulatory Exam 1 and Regulatory Exam 2. He also attended Unisa, earning an LLB degree in Law. Additionally, he completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Compliance Management at the University of Johannesburg from 2015 to 2017. Currently, he is pursuing Regulatory Exam 3 at Moonstone Business School of Excellence, demonstrating a commitment to advancing his compliance qualifications.
Background
Sam Petersen has a diverse professional background in compliance and law. He began his career as a Candidate Attorney at Webber Wentzel, where he worked from 2008 to 2013. Following this, he held various roles, including Risk and Compliance Lawyer at Webber Wentzel for a brief period in 2013, and Business Development Specialist and Compliance Consultant at Masthead (Pty) Limited from 2013 to 2016. He also worked as a Sales Manager at Eclipse Networks and as a Financial Advisor at Stringfellow.
Achievements
Sam Petersen possesses strong skills in corporate law, which enhance his ability to navigate complex legal frameworks within the financial services industry. He has expertise in dispute resolution and legal writing, which are essential in his role as a Compliance Officer. His ongoing education and professional development reflect his commitment to excellence in compliance and regulatory matters.