Risk Management Officer

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 760,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work environment

Career development & certifications

Exposure to diverse business areas

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic and analytical Risk Management Officer to support operations across Randburg and remote locations in South Africa. The role focuses on identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to protect financial stability and reputation.

You will develop and implement risk management frameworks, policies and procedures, ensuring regulatory compliance and promoting a risk-aware culture throughout the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in risk management, preferably within the insurance industry.
• Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies, frameworks, and tools.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in risk management software and standard office applications.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess potential operational, financial, and strategic risks facing the company.
• Develop and implement comprehensive risk management strategies and mitigation plans.
• Monitor the effectiveness of risk controls and recommend improvements.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits across various business units.
• Prepare risk reports and present findings and recommendations to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices in risk management.

Skills

risk assessment

analytical thinking

communication & presentation

problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Business Administration

Tools

risk management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and analytical Risk Management Officer to join their team, supporting operations across Randburg and beyond through a remote setup. This role is integral to identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks that could impact the company's financial stability, operations, and reputation. You will develop and implement robust risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures, ensuring compliance and promoting a risk-aware culture throughout the organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in risk assessment and a proactive approach to managing complex challenges in the insurance sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and assess potential operational, financial, and strategic risks facing the company.
• Develop and implement comprehensive risk management strategies and mitigation plans.
• Monitor the effectiveness of risk controls and recommend improvements.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits across various business units.
• Prepare risk reports and present findings and recommendations to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices in risk management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in risk management, preferably within the insurance industry.
• Strong understanding of risk assessment methodologies, frameworks, and tools.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in risk management software and standard office applications.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible remote work environment, supporting work-life integration.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications in risk management.
• Exposure to diverse business areas and strategic decision-making processes.
• A proactive and forward-thinking company culture focused on resilience and growth.