Head of Emerging Risks & Scenario Planning

Absa Group; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 100 000 - 140 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading African bank seeks a professional to support its Head of Stress Testing and Scenario Planning. The role involves managing stress testing strategies, identifying emerging risks, and developing macroeconomic scenarios. Candidates should have an honors degree in relevant fields along with extensive experience in economic research and risk management. This position aims to enhance risk assessment capabilities and ensure robust compliance across the organisation's financial planning processes.

Benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Affirmative action employment

Diversity-focused workplace

Qualifications

• 5 years of technical/managerial experience in economic research or regulatory advocacy.
• 10+ years in risk management within an investment bank.
• Practical experience using analytics to solve complex business problems.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and execute best practice processes for scenario development.
• Analyze emerging risks and opportunities.
• Provide leadership in scenario development and impact assessments.

Skills

Economic research

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Compliance understanding

Education

Honors degree in finance, accounting, economics or quantitative management

Bachelor's Degrees and Advanced Diplomas in Business, Commerce and Management Studies

Tools

Statistical analysis tools

Financial modeling software

Job description

A leading African bank seeks a professional to support its Head of Stress Testing and Scenario Planning. The role involves managing stress testing strategies, identifying emerging risks, and developing macroeconomic scenarios. Candidates should have an honors degree in relevant fields along with extensive experience in economic research and risk management. This position aims to enhance risk assessment capabilities and ensure robust compliance across the organisation's financial planning processes.