Risk Management Consultant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Professional development and learning

Long‑term engagements and future proj

Extensive internal knowledge resources

Networking opportunities within the行业

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Risk Management Consultant to join a prestigious management consulting practice in Midrand, Gauteng. The role focuses on identifying, assessing, and mitigating business risks while developing robust frameworks, policies, and training for diverse corporate clients.

The ideal candidate has a Master’s in Finance/Risk Management and 6+ years in risk management or related consulting, with strong analytical and communication skills, and willingness to travel to

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in risk management, internal audit, or related consulting.
• Deep understanding of COSO and ISO 31000 risk frameworks.
• Proven ability to conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments for clients across financial, operational, strategic, and compliance risks.
• Develop and implement customized risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Advise clients on risk mitigation, control implementation, and risk appetite setting.
• Design and deliver risk management training programs for client staff.
• Analyze data to identify risk patterns and provide data-driven recommendations.
• Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and proposals for engagements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate risk management into processes.
• Stay updated on evolving regulatory requirements and best practices.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources for delivery.
• Contribute to business development including proposal writing and client relations.

Skills

Risk management

COSO/ISO 31000

Analytical thinking

Client relationship management

Project management

Data analysis

Education

Master's degree in Finance / Risk Management

Tools

Excel

SQL

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prestigious management consulting firm, is seeking a seasoned Risk Management Consultant to join their expanding practice based in Midrand, Gauteng . This role involves advising a diverse range of corporate clients on identifying, assessing, and mitigating various business risks. The consultant will develop and implement robust risk management frameworks, strategies, and policies to enhance organizational resilience and compliance. We are looking for an analytical and strategic individual with extensive experience in risk management principles across different industries. This is a significant opportunity to work on high-profile projects, leverage your expertise, and contribute to the strategic objectives of major organizations. The role demands strong client-facing skills and the ability to deliver actionable insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive risk assessments for clients, identifying potential financial, operational, strategic, and compliance risks.
• Develop and implement customized risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Advise clients on best practices for risk mitigation, control implementation, and risk appetite setting.
• Design and deliver risk management training programs to client staff.
• Analyze complex data sets to identify risk patterns and provide data-driven recommendations.
• Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and proposals for client engagements.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and client stakeholders to integrate risk management into business processes.
• Stay current with evolving regulatory requirements and industry best practices in risk management.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure successful project delivery.
• Contribute to business development efforts, including proposal writing and client relationship management.

Requirements

• A Master's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Business Administration, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in risk management, internal audit, or a related consulting role.
• Deep understanding of various risk management methodologies (e.g., COSO, ISO 31000).
• Proven ability to conduct risk assessments and develop comprehensive risk mitigation strategies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong project management and client relationship management capabilities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly.
• Experience with data analysis tools and techniques.
• Ability to travel to client sites as required.
• Professional certifications such as CRISC, FRM, or PRM are highly preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive consultancy fee structure.
• Opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of prominent clients.
• Exposure to cutting-edge risk management practices and technologies.
• Significant professional development and learning opportunities.
• Flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance.
• Contribution to impactful business transformations.
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment.
• Potential for long‑term engagements and future project opportunities.
• Networking opportunities within the industry.
• Access to extensive internal knowledge resources.