Remote Financial Risk Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive salary

Fully remote position

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with employer

Access to cutting-edge risk management

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical and strategic Remote Financial Risk Manager to oversee identification, assessment, and mitigation of financial risks. This fully remote role reports to senior leadership and requires expertise in risk modeling and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in a quantitative field and has 8+ years of experience in financial risk management within banking or financial services, with strong communication for remote collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics or related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial risk management.
• Strong knowledge of financial markets, instruments, and risk management techniques.
• Proficiency in risk modeling software and statistical analysis tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive financial risk management strategies and policies.
• Identify, assess, and monitor key financial risks, including market, credit, liquidity, and operational risk.
• Design and manage risk modeling processes and stress testing scenarios.
• Prepare detailed risk reports and present findings to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to implement risk mitigation plans.

Skills

Financial risk management

Risk modeling

Statistical analysis

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Finance/Economics/Mathematics

Tools

Risk modeling software

Statistical analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and strategic Remote Financial Risk Manager to oversee the identification, assessment, and mitigation of financial risks for their organization. Operating entirely remotely, you will develop and implement robust risk management frameworks, policies, and strategies to protect the company's assets and profitability. This role is crucial for navigating the complexities of the financial markets and ensuring the long-term stability and success of the business. You will collaborate with senior leadership and various operational teams to foster a strong risk-aware culture throughout the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive financial risk management strategies and policies.
• Identify, assess, and monitor key financial risks, including market risk, credit risk, liquidity risk, and operational risk.
• Design and manage risk modeling processes and stress testing scenarios.
• Prepare detailed risk reports and present findings and recommendations to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to implement risk mitigation plans.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial risk management within the banking or financial services sector.
• Strong knowledge of financial markets, instruments, and risk management techniques.
• Proficiency in risk modeling software and statistical analysis tools.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, effective for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for annual performance bonuses.
• Fully remote position offering maximum flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Access to cutting-edge risk management tools and continuous learning opportunities.