Risk Analyst

Frogg Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

FROGG Recruitment SA in Century City, Cape Town, seeks a Risk Analyst with 3-4 years of experience to assess financial, operational, and strategic risks. You will work with multiple departments to develop mitigation strategies.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, or related field, strong analytics, and proficiency in Excel, R, or Python. Excellent communication skills are essential to report findings to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3–4 years of risk analysis experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel, R, or Python.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify potential risks through data analysis, market research, and stakeholder consultations.
• Assess the likelihood and impact of identified risks on the organization.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies and controls to mitigate identified risks.
• Monitor the effectiveness of risk mitigation strategies and adjust as necessary.
• Analyze financial statements, market trends, and other relevant data to identify risks.
• Use statistical models and software to quantify risks and predict outcomes.
• Prepare detailed risk assessment reports for management and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records of risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and industry standards.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance / Economics / Business Administration

Tools

Excel

R

Python

Job description

Risk Analyst job vacancy in Century City, Cape Town.

A global client is looking for a Risk Analyst with 3-4 years’ experience in analyzing and assessing potential risks that could affect the organization. This includes financial, operational, and strategic risks.

The Risk Analyst will work closely with various departments to develop risk mitigation strategies and ensure that the organization is prepared to handle potential threats.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience in risk analysis or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software, such as Excel, R, or Python.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Risk Identification and Assessment – Identify potential risks through data analysis, market research, and stakeholder consultations.
• Assess the likelihood and impact of identified risks on the organization.
• Risk Mitigation – Develop and implement risk management strategies and controls to mitigate identified risks.
• Monitor the effectiveness of risk mitigation strategies and make adjustments as necessary.
• Data Analysis – Analyze financial statements, market trends, and other relevant data to identify potential risks.
• Use statistical models and software to quantify risks and predict potential outcomes.
• Reporting and Documentation – Prepare detailed risk assessment reports for management and stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records of risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and outcomes.
• Compliance and Regulation – Ensure that risk management practices comply with relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.