Senior Risk Leader — Operational and Strategic Risk

Placements24; Southampton; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng seeks a Senior Risk Manager to lead the organization's operational and strategic risk management framework. You will identify, assess, monitor and mitigate risks that could affect objectives and reputation.

You will develop robust risk policies and controls, report to senior management and the board, mentor a team, and foster a strong risk-aware culture across the business.

Qualifications

• ,5+ years in risk management with focus on operational and strategic risks
• Knowledge of COSO ERM, risk frameworks, and controls
• Strong analytical and leadership skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Experience in developing enterprise-wide risk management programs

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the organization's operational and strategic risk management framework.
• Identify risks using workshops, scenario analysis, and data analysis.
• Assess likelihood and impact, and design mitigation strategies.
• Design and oversee risk controls and monitoring mechanisms.
• Conduct root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare regular risk reports for senior management and the board.
• Promote a risk-aware culture through training and communication.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and alignment with industry best practices.
• Manage and mentor a team of risk professionals.

Skills

COSO ERM

Enterprise risk management

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Regulatory compliance

Education

Finance/Risk Management degree

Job description

Placements24 in Randburg, Gauteng seeks a Senior Risk Manager to lead the organization's operational and strategic risk management framework. You will identify, assess, monitor and mitigate risks that could affect objectives and reputation.

You will develop robust risk policies and controls, report to senior management and the board, mentor a team, and foster a strong risk-aware culture across the business.