Remote Senior Risk Manager

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Bonus program

Health insurance

Professional development support

Certifications support

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Senior Risk Manager to lead risk governance within a fully remote team. You will design and implement enterprise risk management frameworks, monitor KRIs, and advise executive leadership on risk posture to support strategic decisions.

The role requires a Master’s in a relevant field and a minimum of six years’ experience in risk management, preferably in financial services, with strong regulatory knowledge and remote collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in finance or risk management or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of risk management experience, ideally in financial services.
• Solid understanding of risk principles, methodologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience developing and implementing risk frameworks and controls.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with remote collaboration ability.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain enterprise risk management framework and policies.
• Conduct risk assessments across credit, market, operational, and compliance risks.
• Monitor and report on KRIs and overall risk profile of the organization.
• Implement risk mitigation strategies and ensure effectiveness.
• Embed risk management into daily operations with business units.
• Advise senior management on risk matters and support strategic decisions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Risk management

Stakeholder influence

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Finance/Risk Management/Economics

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished and strategic Senior Risk Manager to join their entirely remote team. This vital position focuses on identifying, assessing, and mitigating financial and operational risks across the organization. You will develop and implement risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure the company operates within its risk appetite and complies with regulatory requirements. This role demands a proactive approach to risk governance and the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, contributing to the company's stability and long-term success in a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the enterprise risk management framework and associated policies.
• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments, including credit risk, market risk, operational risk, and compliance risk.
• Monitor and report on key risk indicators (KRIs) and the overall risk profile of the organization.
• Implement risk mitigation strategies and ensure their effectiveness.
• Work closely with business units to embed risk management principles into daily operations.
• Advise senior management on risk-related matters and support strategic decision-making.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in risk management, preferably within the financial services sector.
• Solid understanding of risk management principles, methodologies, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing risk frameworks and controls.
• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders in a remote context.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-driven bonus structure.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering flexibility and autonomy.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Support for professional development and relevant certifications.
• Opportunity to contribute significantly to the strategic direction and risk posture of the company.