Hybrid Senior Risk Leader | Banking & Finance Expert

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pension plan

Professional certifications

Hybrid work model

Bonus structure

Career growth

Top location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Risk Manager to lead the risk function in Rustenburg, North West. You will design and implement enterprise-wide risk frameworks, oversee risk assessments, and drive a risk-aware culture across the organization.

The role requires 7+ years in risk management within financial services, deep Basel III knowledge, and strong leadership. You will collaborate with senior management, embed robust controls, and mentor a growing risk team in a hybrid work

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Economics or related field.
• 7+ years of risk management experience in financial services or banking.
• Strong knowledge of Basel III and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to lead risk portfolios and teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain enterprise-wide risk management frameworks and policies.
• Identify, assess, and prioritize financial, operational and strategic risks.
• Design and execute risk mitigation strategies and action plans.
• Monitor the effectiveness of risk controls and report to senior management and the board.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Conduct risk assessments for new products and initiatives.
• Lead and develop a team of risk professionals.
• Foster a strong risk management culture across the organization.
• Investigate and report on significant risk events and incidents.
• Advise on risk appetite and tolerance levels for the organization.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Risk assessment

Risk management software

Education

Master's degree in Finance / Risk Management / Economics

Tools

Risk management software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Risk Manager to lead the risk function in Rustenburg, North West. You will design and implement enterprise-wide risk frameworks, oversee risk assessments, and drive a risk-aware culture across the organization.

The role requires 7+ years in risk management within financial services, deep Basel III knowledge, and strong leadership. You will collaborate with senior management, embed robust controls, and mentor a growing risk team in a hybrid work