Risk Management Specialist

SUMMARY:
Are you passionate about mitigating risks and safeguarding business operations? We’re looking for a dedicated Risk Management Specialist to join this team and lead the charge in creating a risk-aware culture. In this dynamic role, you’ll work closely with various departments and senior stakeholders to ensure a proactive approach to risk management, helping the organization navigate complexities with confidence.

POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with departments to build and maintain risk profiles, focusing on risk identification, assessment, management, monitoring, and reporting.
• Participate in risk-related projects and conduct detailed analyses of processes, functions, and regulatory requirements.
• Engage with stakeholders, including senior executives, to foster a risk-aware culture.
• Provide risk management guidance to department heads and ensure compliance with relevant regulations.
• Prepare risk reports, highlighting areas of concern and opportunities for improvement.
• Lead initiatives to improve efficiency, such as process automation.
• Partner with risk owners to manage risk processes and develop proactive risk management plans.
• Regularly assess and monitor risks and ensure alignment between the audit plan and identified risks.
• Ensure strong relationships with key stakeholders to enhance risk reporting and understanding.
• Oversee third-party service provider relationships and ensure ongoing risk monitoring.
• Manage and close out audit findings and oversee third-party due diligence.

Requirements:

• Qualifications: Degree in Risk Management, CA(SA), CFA, or a related qualification.
• Experience: 2-5 years in financial services and risk management/auditing.
• Knowledge: Familiarity with the financial services and insurance sectors, IFRS, Companies Act, and risk management principles.
  
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  For more information contact:
  Brittney Gie
  Recruitment Consultant