Chief Risk & Compliance Strategist

Momentum Insure; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A major insurance company in South Africa seeks an experienced professional to oversee risk management and compliance services. The ideal candidate will hold a postgraduate degree in Risk Management or a related field, have a solid track record in executive roles, and be registered with the Institute of Risk Management South Africa. This role requires strategic thinking and strong interpersonal skills, making it essential for enhancing the business' reputation and stakeholder relationships.

Qualifications

• Registration with the Institute of Risk Management South Africa (IRMSA).
• 5-8 years of management and/or risk and/or compliance experience at senior level.
• Experience as a Head of a Control Function is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for risk, solvency, and capital management.
• Formulate and embed the company’s sustainability strategy.
• Monitor and report on key risks facing the business.
• Develop risk and compliance governance structures.
• Provide executive management with advice on risk implications.

Skills

Strategic and tactical thinking capability

Business acumen

Strong interpersonal skills

Strong people skills

Negotiation skills

Project management

Education

Post graduate degree in Risk Management, Compliance or Legal

Postgraduate degree in Actuarial and/or Accounting Science

Job description

A major insurance company in South Africa seeks an experienced professional to oversee risk management and compliance services. The ideal candidate will hold a postgraduate degree in Risk Management or a related field, have a solid track record in executive roles, and be registered with the Institute of Risk Management South Africa. This role requires strategic thinking and strong interpersonal skills, making it essential for enhancing the business' reputation and stakeholder relationships.