Job Description

A respected player in the financial services industry, offering exposure to a variety of investment products and operational areas. Looking to employ a Risk Manager committed to professional development and regulatory excellence.

Why join this team?

• Grow within a fast-paced, evolving financial services environment
• Exposure to a wide range of investment products and risk disciplines
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative team culture with experienced professionals
• Contribute meaningfully to safeguarding investor interests and ensuring operational integrity

What you will be doing:

• Identify, assess, and monitor operational and investment risks
• Implement and maintain risk management frameworks, policies, and procedures
• Conduct control testing and risk reviews, especially within back-office operations
• Prepare risk dashboards and reports for internal governance
• Investigate incidents and track remediation efforts
• Deliver risk training and awareness initiatives
• Maintain and review risk policies (BN52 & CISCA Conduct Standards)
• Conduct stress testing, scenario analysis, and maintain risk registers
• Oversee risk controls with delegated functions and service providers
• Ensure alignment with regulatory standards and investor protection principles

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor's in Risk Management, Finance, Accounting, or related field with 3 years experience or
• CA(SA) with 1–2 years post-articles experience in financial services risk or internal audit
• Knowledge of back-office processes and CIS, hedge funds, retirement funds, and private equity
• CISCA, FAIS, and other related SA regulatory frameworks knowledge
• Proficient in Excel and risk management tools
• Strong analytical, communication, and report-writing skills
• Analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive
• Excellent communicator across technical and non-technical audiences
• Ethical, principled, and adaptable
• Growth-oriented with a strong sense of initiative

Benefits and unique aspects: 

• Career progression opportunities
• Exposure to multiple asset classes
• Inclusive and supportive work culture
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact

Please note if you haven’t heard back from us within two weeks of submitting your application, unfortunately your application has not been successful this time. We’d still love to stay connected, follow us online and keep an eye out for future opportunities that match your profile.