Risk Analyst

Badger Holdings (Pty) Ltd; Piet Retief; Hybrid; ZAR 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Risk Analyst to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will support the identification and mitigation of risks through quantitative analysis and provide valuable insights to the Chief Risk Officer. This opportunity offers a collaborative hybrid work environment, competitive remuneration, and professional development opportunities, making it an ideal position for those passionate about risk management and analysis. If you thrive in a supportive setting that values work-life balance and personal growth, this role is for you.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Professional development opportunities

Employee fitness and wellness benefits

Reward and Recognition Program

Qualifications

• Experience in quantitative risk analysis and financial risk management.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Lead quantitative monitoring and analysis of organizational risks.
• Provide technical reviews for effective oversight of financial risks.

Skills

Quantitative Analysis

Risk Assessment

Financial Risk Management

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, or related field

Professional Risk Management Certification

Job description

About Us

Pacific International Insurance is a dynamic cross-Tasman company that operates as part of a respected global insurance organisation. We have a diverse portfolio of insurance products including Pet, Motor, Travel and more.

Our business philosophy is to provide soft landings through our interactions with partners, customers, community, our team, and the broader industry. With our strong foundation and progressive mindset, we continue to forge ahead, anticipating and meeting the evolving needs of our customers in the ever-changing insurance landscape.

The Opportunity

As a result of ongoing growth, we are seeking an experienced Risk Analyst to join our Line 2 team.

Reporting to the Chief Risk Officer in Australia, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Line 2 function in the identification, assessment and mitigation of various inherent, residual and emerging risks, using quantitative analysis to support qualitative insights.

Position location:

Hybrid or Remote.

While we are open to considering a remote setting, our preference would be for the successful candidate to be based near our office in George, in the beautiful Garden Route.

Position Responsibilities And Accountabilities

1. Lead continuous quantitative monitoring, measuring, and analysis of the organisation’s prudency as part of the Line 2 function.
2. Provide technical reviews to enable the Chief Risk Officer to oversee and assure financial risks on BAU and projects across the organisation.
3. Deliver relevant, insightful, and timely briefings to the Chief Risk Officer on emerging and key risks to facilitate effective testing, challenging, and discourse with Line 1 and our Board.
4. Support qualitative risk assessments by providing ongoing subject matter expertise to ensure all risk elements are considered.
5. Support the wider risk function through training, guidance, and mentorship.

Why You Will Love Working With Us

• Competitive remuneration.
• Professional development opportunities, including access to LinkedIn Learning.
• Supportive and collaborative hybrid work environment that values work-life balance, providing flexibility to excel both personally and professionally.
• Employee fitness and wellness benefits.
• Reward and Recognition Program offering monetary rewards and additional annual leave.