Risk Manager

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Executive health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Risk Manager in Pretoria to lead enterprise risk management initiatives. You will identify, assess and mitigate risks, develop robust ERM frameworks, and ensure regulatory compliance across the organization while safeguarding assets and reputation.

This senior role requires strong leadership, analytical thinking, and experience presenting to executive teams, with a focus on building resilience and long-term stability in a dynamic financial services environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in risk management, preferably within the insurance or financial services industry.
• Understanding of risk assessment methodologies and regulatory compliance.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities; experience presenting to executives.
• CRM, FRM, or PRM certifications desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement enterprise risk management strategies and policies.
• Conduct risk assessments and propose mitigation plans.
• Monitor emerging risks across financial, operational, strategic, and compliance areas.
• Maintain risk registers and KRIs.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and prepare risk reports for senior management and the board.
• Lead risk management training and awareness programs for employees.

Skills

Risk management

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Master's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

COSO framework

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a strategic and experienced Risk Manager to lead their risk management initiatives in Pretoria . You will be responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks across the organization, developing and implementing robust risk management frameworks, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. This senior position requires a proactive approach to safeguarding the company's assets and reputation. Join a forward-thinking organization where your expertise will shape critical business decisions and contribute to long-term stability and success, within a culture that encourages innovation and professional integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive enterprise risk management (ERM) strategies and policies.
• Conduct risk assessments, identify potential threats and vulnerabilities, and propose mitigation plans.
• Monitor and analyze emerging risks, including financial, operational, strategic, and compliance risks.
• Develop and maintain risk registers and key risk indicators (KRIs).
• Ensure compliance with all relevant industry regulations and legal requirements.
• Prepare regular risk reports for senior management and the board of directors.
• Lead risk management training and awareness programs for employees.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Extensive experience (7+ years) in risk management, preferably within the insurance or financial services industry.
• Deep understanding of risk assessment methodologies, frameworks (e.g., COSO), and regulatory compliance.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills.
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities, with experience presenting to executive levels.
• Professional certifications such as CRM, FRM, or PRM are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive bonus structure.
• Hybrid work arrangement for optimal work-life balance.
• Comprehensive executive health benefits and retirement savings plan.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and leadership growth.
• A challenging and rewarding role with a direct impact on organizational resilience in Pretoria .