Risk Specialist

Losika Consulting; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Senior-level risk strategy influence

Competitive remuneration package

Engaging contract role

Job summary

Losika Consulting is seeking a seasoned Risk Specialist to strengthen risk frameworks, report on key risks, and drive proactive mitigation.

The role focuses on developing risk programs, maintaining risk systems, and advising stakeholders on risk exposure across the business. Hybrid work flexibility is offered, with opportunities to influence risk strategy at a senior level.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years experience in risk management
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Proficiency in C programming is advantageous

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and support for risk frameworks and policies
• Develop and coordinate comprehensive risk management programs
• Identify, assess, and report on key risks and controls
• Facilitate risk identification, assessment, and mitigation activities
• Develop and recommend Key Risk Indicators (KRIs)
• Maintain and update risk management systems
• Investigate operational events and breakdowns
• Develop strategic responses to risk exposures
• Update and test business continuity plans
• Contribute to risk policies, strategies, and measurement methodologies
• Drive risk awareness and training initiatives
• Monitor emerging risks and industry trends
• Review business initiatives and proposals for risk implications
• Compile risk reports and ensure data integrity
• Prepare risk profile reports for stakeholders
• Ensure adherence to policies and standards
• Coordinate risk governance and reporting processes
• Develop assurance plans and conduct risk and process reviews
• Manage internal audit and assurance relationships
• Track and resolve audit findings and action plans

Job description

Overview

In a landscape where effective risk management can make the difference between thriving and surviving, our client, an established organization committed to excellence and compliance, is seeking a seasoned Risk Specialist to join their team. This role is pivotal in strengthening their risk frameworks amid dynamic business environments, ensuring robust strategies and proactive mitigation measures.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and support for risk frameworks and policies

• Develop and coordinate comprehensive risk management programs

• Identify, assess, and report on key risks and controls

• Facilitate risk identification, assessment, and mitigation activities

• Develop and recommend Key Risk Indicators (KRIs)

• Maintain and update risk management systems

• Investigate operational events and breakdowns

• Develop strategic responses to risk exposures

• Update and test business continuity plans

• Contribute to risk policies, strategies, and measurement methodologies

• Drive risk awareness and training initiatives

• Monitor emerging risks and industry trends

• Review business initiatives and proposals for risk implications

• Compile risk reports and ensure data integrity

• Prepare risk profile reports for stakeholders

• Ensure adherence to policies and standards

• Coordinate risk governance and reporting processes

• Develop assurance plans and conduct risk and process reviews

• Manage internal audit and assurance relationships

• Track and resolve audit findings and action plans

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in risk management or related fields

• Strong analytical skills

• Proficiency in C programming is advantageous

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with risk management software and tools

• Knowledge of South African regulatory standards

Benefits

• An engaging contract role within a forward-thinking organization

• The opportunity to influence risk strategies at a senior level

• Competitive remuneration package

• Hybrid work flexibility

If you are ready to leverage your expertise to enhance risk resilience and contribute to strategic decision-making, we invite you to apply today and take the next step in your career.