Enterprise Risk Management and Business Resilience - Assistant Manager

EY; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm in Johannesburg seeks an Assistant Manager for Enterprise Risk Management. The role includes developing risk management programs and conducting assessments to safeguard the organization's reputation and assets. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of relevant experience. Proficiency in tools like Excel and Power BI is essential.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of experience in risk management is preferred.
• Familiarity with data analytics tools and methodologies for risk monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain the organization's risk management framework.
• Conduct risk assessments to identify potential risks.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies and plans.
• Monitor the effectiveness of risk management activities.
• Facilitate risk management training for employees.

Skills

Strong understanding of enterprise risk management principles

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

Proficiency in Business Intelligence tools

Ability to communicate complex risk-related concepts

Strong organizational and project management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

Professional certification in risk management

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Overview

Assistant Manager - Enterprise Risk Management

Department: Risk Management

Job Summary

The Assistant Manager - Enterprise Risk Management and Business resilience is responsible for supporting the implementation and maintenance of the organization's risk management framework.

This role involves identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that could impact the organization's ability to achieve its objectives, as well as ensuring the business resilience of its assets, information, and reputation.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of the enterprise risk management program.


• Conduct risk assessments to identify potential risks to the organization.


• Develop risk mitigation strategies and plans in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.


• Monitor and report on the effectiveness of risk management activities.


• Coordinate with various departments to ensure that risk management practices are integrated into their processes.


• Facilitate risk management training and awareness sessions for employees.


• Stay abreast of industry trends and regulatory changes related to risk management and business resilience


• Assist in managing the organization's crisis management and business continuity planning.


• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and standards related to enterprise risk and business resilience.


• Perform cross-industry research to identify emerging trends, best practices, and applicable benchmarks for enterprise risk and resilience.


• Analyze qualitative and quantitative data to generate, monitor, and report on Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) that support proactive risk management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.


• Professional certification in risk management is preferred.


• Three to five years of experience in risk management is preferred.


• Familiarity with data analytics tools and methodologies for risk monitoring.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of enterprise risk management principles and practices.


• Knowledge of business resilience protocols and incident response.


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Proficiency in Business Intelligence tools such as Excel, Power BI, or similar platforms.


• Ability to perform cross-industry research to identify trends, emerging risks, and applicable benchmarks.


• Ability to communicate complex risk-related concepts to various audiences.


• Strong organizational and project management skills.


• Proficient Microsoft Office Suite.


• High level of integrity and professionalism.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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