Remote Insurance Risk Manager

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus potential

Fully remote

Health benefits

Professional development allowance

Impactful role shaping risk landscape

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Insurance Risk Manager to join their team, working from anywhere but connected to operations near Benoni, South Africa. The role focuses on identifying, assessing and mitigating risks across insurance operations, building robust risk management frameworks and policies to safeguard assets and reputation.

The successful candidate will lead risk strategies, monitor KRIs, ensure regulatory compliance, and foster a risk-aware culture through training and

Qualifications

• Significant experience in risk management within insurance or financial services.
• Deep knowledge of risk assessment methodologies, controls and mitigation strategies.
• Strong understanding of insurance products and regulatory landscape.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive risk management strategies and frameworks for the insurance business.
• Identify, assess, and prioritize potential risks across all operational areas.
• Design and oversee the execution of risk mitigation plans and controls.
• Monitor KRIs and report on the risk profile to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices for risk management.

Skills

Risk management

Insurance industry knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Remote leadership

Analytical thinking

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Remote Insurance Risk Manager to join their team, operating from anywhere but connected to their operations near Benoni . This vital role involves identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks across the company's insurance operations, including financial, operational, and strategic risks. You will develop and implement robust risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures to safeguard the company's assets and reputation. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of the insurance industry, strong analytical capabilities, and excellent leadership skills, coupled with the ability to thrive in a fully remote, collaborative setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive risk management strategies and frameworks for the insurance business.


• Identify, assess, and prioritize potential risks across all operational areas.


• Design and oversee the execution of risk mitigation plans and controls.


• Monitor key risk indicators (KRIs) and report on the company's risk profile to senior management.


• Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and industry best practices for risk management.


• Foster a strong risk-aware culture throughout the organization via training and communication.

Requirements

• Significant experience in risk management , preferably within the insurance or financial services sector.


• In-depth knowledge of risk assessment methodologies, controls, and mitigation strategies.


• Strong understanding of the insurance industry, its products, and regulatory landscape.


• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.


• Proven ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams in a remote environment.


• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CRM, FRM) are a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary and executive bonus potential.


• Fully remote work arrangement providing ultimate flexibility and work-life balance.


• Comprehensive executive health, dental, and vision benefits.


• Generous allowance for professional development and training.


• Opportunity to shape the risk landscape of a growing insurance company.