Senior Risk Manager - Insurance

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Development budget

Remote work

Bonus

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Risk Manager to lead and enhance the risk management framework within the insurance sector. This fully remote role allows you to operate from anywhere in South Africa, identifying and mitigating risks while safeguarding assets and reputation.

You will ensure regulatory compliance and drive enterprise-wide risk initiatives remotely. The ideal candidate has a master's degree and 6+ years of risk management experience, with strong analytical and strategic thinking

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field and minimum of 6 years of risk management experience.
• Strong understanding of risk management principles, methodologies, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Proven ability to manage and lead risk initiatives effectively in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company's enterprise risk management (ERM) framework.
• Identify, assess, and monitor key risks, including financial, operational, strategic, and compliance risks.
• Design and implement risk mitigation strategies and controls to minimize potential losses.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits, reporting findings and recommendations to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and best practices in risk management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Remote leadership

Education

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

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Risk Manager to oversee and enhance their risk management framework within the insurance sector. This fully remote position allows you to work from anywhere while playing a critical role in identifying, assessing, and mitigating potential risks across the organization. You will develop strategies to safeguard the company's assets and reputation, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements. This is an ideal opportunity for a seasoned risk professional who excels in a remote-first environment and is passionate about contributing to a secure and stable future for the company, potentially operating from anywhere in South Africa .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company's enterprise risk management (ERM) framework.
• Identify, assess, and monitor key risks, including financial, operational, strategic, and compliance risks.
• Design and implement risk mitigation strategies and controls to minimize potential losses.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and audits, reporting findings and recommendations to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and best practices in risk management.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Finance, Risk Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in risk management, preferably within the insurance industry.
• Strong understanding of risk management principles, methodologies, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Proven ability to manage and lead risk initiatives effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive bonus structure.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering maximum flexibility.
• Executive-level health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous professional development budget for certifications and training.
• Opportunity to make a significant impact on the company's risk posture and strategic direction.