🇿🇦 Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants

This fully remote full time position at Somewhere is open to applicants from South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R27,750 – R37,000 ZAR. This role is suited for junior-level professionals. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.

Job Description

Priority Location: South Africa, Cape Town

Working Hours: 40 hours per week

Salary Range: $1500 - $2000 USD per month

Type of contract:Independent Contractor

Type of job:Remote

About the Role:We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Operations Specialist to join our team. You will be instrumental in setting up and managing the operational layer for our international clients in the crypto space. Your ability to meticulously handle account onboarding, document workflows, and compliance will directly contribute to our clients' success. This is a unique opportunity to grow with a company at the forefront of the crypto industry and become an expert in a rapidly evolving field.

Key Responsibilities:
* Manage entity onboarding for banks and exchanges by preparing forms, compiling documents, and tracking applications to completion.
* Maintain and organize digital workspaces including shared drives, e-signing platforms, and vendor databases to ensure data integrity and accessibility.
* Coordinate invoice and payment schedules by consolidating invoices, checking them against contracts, and preparing monthly schedules for review.
* Serve as a key point of contact for clients, fielding requests, collecting necessary information, and providing timely updates to stakeholders.
* Coordinate KYC/KYB with external providers, ensuring requests are launched and tracked efficiently.
* Support governance administration by drafting routine minutes and resolutions and tracking regulatory filing calendars.
* Draft clear, fit-for-purpose policies for clients to ensure smooth and compliant operations.
Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as BCOM or LLB, or a similar professional qualification (Required).
* 1–2 years of experience in a paralegal, compliance, or finance role (Required).
* Highly organized and task-oriented, with a strong attention to detail (Required).
* Strong written communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving (Required).
* Proficiency in Excel and Google Workspace (Required).
* Digital literacy and the ability to learn new systems and software quickly (Required).
* Familiarity with fintech or crypto (Preferred).
* Newly qualified lawyers and candidates with CIMA or CA(SA) are encouraged to apply, experience in a fast-paced environment is preferred.

Tips for South African Applicants

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Timezone Advantage

South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.

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Salary in Context

At R27,750/month, this role is on par with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($1,500/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.

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Application Tips

Tailor your CV to international standards — use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.

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Load Shedding Preparedness

If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.

About Somewhere

Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 614 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →