Job title : Risk Specialist
Job Location : Western Cape, Stellenbosch
Deadline : October 10, 2025
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Purpose Statement
To develop and coordinate risk management programs and frameworks, providing subject matter expertise to ensure high-quality risk management outcomes.To identify, analyse, and measure risks, making accurate risk mitigation recommendations to protect the organisation against potential losses.Experience
6yrs+ experience as a Risk Specialist in a large organisational unit preferably in a financial institution or bankAs a Risk Specialist you will have experience in the following :
Banking regulations, capital markets, technology risks and public policy.Proven experience of using influence and relationships to drive and achieve objectives.Experience of strategically consulting with stakeholders across a large organisation.Ability to apply risk expertise to creative and effective applications.Regulatory liaison and engagements.Qualifications (Minimum)
A relevant qualification in Risk and Compliance or LawQualifications (Ideal or Preferred)
Knowledge
Expert understanding of Risk Management with the ability to apply Risk expertise effectively across the organisation when consulting with stakeholders.Knowledge and experience of Risk life cycle / value chain.Expert knowledge of Risk best practice and regulatory frameworks / requirements.Commercial, business and financial principles and practices.Business knowledge, governance and Risk principles.Business products, processes, policies and systems.Quality principles and practice.Internal risk metrics and approaches.In-depth knowledge of Corporate Governance Frameworks.Skills
Analytical SkillsCommercial Thinking SkillsDecision making skillsInterpersonal & Relationship management SkillsProblem solving skillsReporting SkillsStrategic Thinking SkillsAccounting / Financial Services jobs