Risk Management Specialist

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary

Bonus potential

Health benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Risk Management Specialist for its Queenstown team. You will identify, assess, and mitigate risks to support operational resilience and financial stability in a hybrid work environment.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in risk management, COSO knowledge, and strong analytical and communication skills. You will collaborate with multiple departments to embed a strong risk culture and protect company assets and reputation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Risk Management or related field.
• Minimum 5 years in risk management or related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of COSO frameworks and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Proficiency with risk software and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and prioritize risks across the organization.
• Develop risk management strategies and mitigation plans.
• Design risk assessments including scenario analysis and stress testing.
• Monitor effectiveness of risk controls and propose improvements.
• Prepare risk reports for senior management and committees.
• Promote a risk-aware culture throughout the company.

Skills

Risk management

COSO

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Risk Management

Tools

Risk software

SQL

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and analytical Risk Management Specialist to join their team in Queenstown. This role is essential for identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks across the organization, ensuring operational resilience and financial stability. You will develop and implement risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures, working collaboratively with various departments to embed a strong risk culture. The ideal candidate will possess a keen eye for detail and a strategic mindset, contributing significantly to the safeguarding of the company's assets and reputation within the Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and prioritize potential operational, financial, and strategic risks.
• Develop and implement comprehensive risk management strategies and mitigation plans.
• Design and conduct risk assessments, including scenario analysis and stress testing.
• Monitor the effectiveness of risk controls and recommend improvements.
• Prepare regular risk reports for senior management and relevant committees.
• Promote and foster a strong risk-aware culture throughout the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in risk management, internal audit, or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies, frameworks (e.g., COSO), and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in risk management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health benefits and retirement savings plan.
• Hybrid work model allowing for a flexible work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and relevant certifications.
• A collaborative work environment focused on continuous improvement and risk excellence.