Senior Risk Manager
NedbankJohannesburg, ZA22 hours ago
Job descriptionTo ensure that the Group Risk Framework is embedded; operationalised and implemented within the business and provide advice and guidance to mitigate business risks and ensure that regulatory requirements are met. Embedment of Nedbank Group, and specifically, ESG Policies and frameworks within the cluster, through active participation in and Risk representation in steering committees. Maintaining and interpreting risk and compliance policies, including climate risk frameworks. Operationalise the Nedbank Group, and specifically the ESG Frameworks by ensuring that cluster level governance structures and charters are implemented; ensuring adequate risk reports generated; risk meetings held and ESG processes & strategy are aligned with group. Monitoring adherence to Nedbank Group, specifically ESG risk frameworks, regulatory requirements, and governance standards. Climate risk oversight and gap analysis for regulatory compliance and policy conformance. Ensure the business fully complies with ESG risk standards by revising cluster and risk process guidelines. Mitigate ESG risk by providing business with relevant information; guidance and advice based on regulatory standards; compliance and audit findings. Ensure improvements on identified risks by engaging with business; understanding risks and by creating action plans. Advisory on risk frameworks related to sustainability and SARB requirements. Acting as a critical challenger to business decisions, embedding risk considerations in processes and ensuring alignment of strategy to Nedbank’s environmental and sustainability targets. Evaluate and analyse relevant audit findings and management improvement comments; by assessing whether actions will result in improvement and by making recommendations. Obtain buy-in for developing new and / or enhanced processes (e.g. operational processes) that will improve the functioning of stakeholders' businesses by highlighting benefits in support of the implementation of recommendations. Monitoring and reporting progress on climate risk initiatives. Preparing risk reports for senior management and escalating significant issues promptly. Coordinating responses and gap analyses for regulatory bodies (e.g., SARB climate risk requirements). Driving risk awareness initiatives and supporting training across business units. Accountable for tracking the performance and conformance of the team to SEMS process SLAs by streamlining processes and creating efficiencies. Improve work processes; productivity and reduce costs by offering innovative ideas and input to Group and / or business stakeholders and through soliciting input from managers and colleagues. Build relationships; by reporting risk issues and by providing risk related information to strategic committees; as per the Group Risk Framework. Build long-term relationships and support stakeholders in reaching business objectives by keeping abreast of and sharing industry information with stakeholders. Keep abreast of industry changes and legislative changes that impacts on role by reading the relevant newsletters, websites and attending sessions. Contribute to a culture conducive to the achievement of transformation goals (targets) and support business strategies that improve corporate image by participating in Nedbank Culture building initiatives (e.g. Surveys etc.). Achieve business strategy by participating and encouraging others to participate in and support corporate social responsibility initiatives. Foster transformation of the workplace and support Nedbank achievement of the BEE initiatives and transformation targets; by contributing to an environment where diversity is valued. Foster transformation of the workplace and support Nedbank achievement of the BEE initiatives and transformation targets; by contributing to an environment where diversity is valued. Advanced Diplomas / National 1st Degrees Environmental / Sustainability related, LLB, Commerce (B.Comm), BSc or similar Sustainability and Climate Risk (SCR®) Certificate (or similar) 3+ years experience in ESG Risk Management Hands-on experience in ESG risk management within banking or financial services. Proven ability to embed ESG frameworks and conduct climate risk gap analyses. Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, including SARB climate risk guidelines. Skilled in preparing and presenting ESG risk reports to senior stakeholders, including Group Risk and Board Committees. Demonstrated capability in aligning ESG strategy with governance structures and business objectives. Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Experience in driving ESG awareness and capability building across teams. Banking knowledge Business Acumen Data analysis Governance, Risk and Controls Industry trends Principles of project management Relevant regulatory knowledge Business writing skills Accounting / Financial Services jobs
Job title : Senior Risk Manager
Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg
Deadline : December 10, 2025
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Policy & Framework Management
Risk Oversight
Advisory & Challenge
Monitoring & Reporting
Reporting & Escalation
Regulatory Enablement
Awareness & Capability Building
Management Oversight
Foster Healthy Risk Culture and forge business and stakeholder relationships
Foster Healthy Risk Culture and forge business and stakeholder relationships
Manage Personal Growth and Knowledge
Embody the Nedbank values
Essential Qualifications - NQF Level
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