Hybrid Risk Management Specialist — Strategy & Compliance

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 520,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Health benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive and analytical Risk Management Specialist for their Pretoria-based corporate office. You will identify, assess, and mitigate risks, ensuring regulatory compliance and safeguarding assets while developing robust risk frameworks.

The role offers a hybrid work arrangement with opportunities to contribute to operational integrity and strategic planning within a leading insurance provider in the administrative capital of Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in risk management, compliance, or a related field within the financial services sector.
• Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies and frameworks (e.g., COSO).
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and situations.
• Proficiency in risk management software and MS Office Suite.
• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., CRM, CRISC) are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess operational, financial, and strategic risks facing the organization.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor KRIs and report on the organization's risk profile.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits across departments.
• Facilitate risk management training and awareness programs for employees.

Skills

Risk assessment

COSO

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

MS Office

Tools

Risk management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a proactive and analytical Risk Management Specialist for their Pretoria-based corporate office. You will identify, assess, and mitigate risks, ensuring regulatory compliance and safeguarding assets while developing robust risk frameworks.

The role offers a hybrid work arrangement with opportunities to contribute to operational integrity and strategic planning within a leading insurance provider in the administrative capital of Gauteng.