Remote Risk Management Strategist

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Health insurance

Retirement fund

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 has an opening for a seasoned Risk Management Consultant to join a remote-first team in South Africa. The role focuses on identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks across the business, and developing robust risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures.

You will advise senior management on risk appetite and regulatory compliance, while supporting cross-functional risk initiatives from anywhere in South Africa.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field
• Master's degree or professional certifications (CRM, FRM, PRM) are highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments across all business units to identify threats and vulnerabilities
• Develop and implement risk management strategies, policies, and procedures
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of risk controls and recommend improvements
• Advise senior management on risk appetite, tolerance levels, and mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices in risk management
• Investigate incidents and develop preventative measures to avoid recurrence
• Prepare risk reports and presentations for stakeholders and regulatory bodies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate risk principles into processes
• Stay abreast of emerging risks and industry trends and adapt strategies

Job description

Placements24 has an opening for a seasoned Risk Management Consultant to join a remote-first team in South Africa. The role focuses on identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks across the business, and developing robust risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures.

You will advise senior management on risk appetite and regulatory compliance, while supporting cross-functional risk initiatives from anywhere in South Africa.