Portfolio Manager

Capitec Bank; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services provider seeks a Portfolio Manager to oversee and coordinate risk projects within business banking. The candidate will manage compliance efforts, act as a liaison for auditors, and drive key projects to ensure successful delivery. Requirements include over 6 years of experience in risk management, a degree in Business Administration or Risk Management, and a Project Management certification. The role allows for autonomy in project execution with no direct reports.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in Risk management, compliance, or audit within financial services.
• Knowledge of risk, compliance, and governance processes.
• 3+ years in a portfolio or programme management role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate risk projects within business banking.
• Act as the main point of contact for auditors and compliance activities.
• Drive the delivery and maturity of License to Innovate (LTI).

Skills

Management

Leadership

Risk assessment and mitigation planning

Decision making

Strategic communication and presentation (Exco-level)

Facilitation of RCSA and risk workshops

Audit planning and remediation tracking

Education

Relevant degree in Business Administration or Risk Management

Certification in Project Management

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About the role:

The Portfolio Manager role is responsible for overseeing and coordinating risk projects within business banking and at group level. This person acts as the main point of contact for auditors and compliance activities, ensuring that all requirements are met across various teams. They are tasked with driving the delivery and maturity of License to Innovate (LTI), reporting progress to executive committees, and executing hands-on project management within the risk space. The role is independent, with no direct reports, and requires leveraging organizational knowledge and risk expertise to ensure effective project delivery and communication.

Our Ideal Candidate Has:

• 6+ years of experience in Risk management, compliance, or audit within financial services
• Knowledge of risk, compliance, and governance processes
• 3+ years in a portfolio or programme management role
• Ability to coordinate projects independently
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks (FCSA, PA, AML, FinCrime)
• Experience in product development risk support (BRIA, PIRA)
• Knowledge of disaster recovery planning and execution
• Previous exposure to similar roles or environments

Minimum Qualifications:

• A relevant degree in Business Administration or Risk Management
• Certification in Project Management

Skills:

• Management
• Leadership
• Risk assessment and mitigation planning
• Decision making
• Strategic communication and presentation (Exco-level)
• Facilitation of RCSA and risk workshops
• Audit planning and remediation tracking

Conditions of Employment:

• Clear criminal and credit record

Capitec is committed to diversity. Applications to this position will be considered in support of our employment equity goals.