14 Risk Management jobs in Cape Town

Overview

Canonical is recruiting a Security Risk Management Specialist in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa.

What you will do

In security risk management we harness industry best practices and drive innovation in security risk assessments and modelling. The security risk management team owns the strategy and practices for identifying, tracking, and reducing Canonical's security risk across the organisation. You will help establish and execute a broad strategic vision for the security risk program and will work cross-functionally with teams across Canonical. The team contributes ideas for Canonical product security, improving the resilience and robustness of Ubuntu customers and users subject to cyber attacks. The team also collaborates with our Organisational Learning and Development team to develop playbooks and facilitate security training.

• Define Canonical's security risk management standards and playbooks
• Analyse and improve Canonical's security risk practices
• Evaluate, select and implement new security requirements, tools and practices
• Grow the presence and thought leadership of Canonical security risk management practice
• Develop Canonical security risk learning and development materials
• Work with Security leadership to present information and influence change
• Participate in developing key risk indicators, provide inputs to the development of key control indicators, and key performance indicators for various programs
• Apply statistical models to risk frameworks (such as FAIR, sensitivity analysis, and others)
• Participate in risk management, decision-making, and collaborative discussions
• Lead quantified risk assessments and understand the value of qualitative data for improvements to quality and engineering processes
• Interpret internal or external cyber security risk analyses in business terms and recommend a responsible course of action
• Develop templates and materials to help with self-service risk management actions
• Monitor and identify opportunities to improve the effectiveness of risk management processes
• Launch campaigns to perform security assessments and help mitigate security risks across the company
• Build evaluation methods and performance indicators to measure efficiency of security functions and capabilities

What we are looking for

• An exceptional academic track record
• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or STEM, or a compelling narrative about your alternative path
• Drive and a track record of going above-and-beyond expectations
• Deep personal motivation to be at the forefront of technology security
• Leadership and management ability
• Excellent business English writing and presentation skills
• Problem-solver with excellent communication skills, a deep technical understanding of security assessments and risk management
• Expertise in threat modelling and risk management frameworks
• Broad knowledge of how to operationalize the management of security risk
• Experience in Secure Development Lifecycle and Security by Design methodology

What we offer

• Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
• Annual compensation review
• Recognition rewards
• Annual holiday leave
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
• Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT and the cloud, we are changing the world on a daily basis. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence — in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Canonical has been a remote-first company since its inception in 2004. Working here is a step into the future, and will challenge you to think differently, work smarter, learn new skills, and raise your game.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer.

We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.

Job details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Finance and Sales
• Industries: Software Development

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Job Description

Leading Insurance Company requires a Risk Specialist to assist with coordination, analysis, consolidation, mitigation, and escalation of Third Party Risk Management.

Responsibilities

1. Regularly monitor and report on third-party risks, compliance and risk mitigation.
2. Provide technical inputs and support on third-party risk and compliance.
3. Support business projects with technical third-party risk and compliance inputs.

Minimum Requirements

1. Grade 12 / Matric.
2. Tertiary Qualification - Third Party Risk Management Certification / Qualification highly advantageous.
3. Knowledge of Third Party Risk Management principles and practices.
4. Experience with third-party risk management (TPRM) tools.

Package & Remuneration

Salary Market Related

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Job Description Leading Insurance Company requires a Risk Specialist to assist with coordination, analysis, consolidation, mitigation, and escalation of Third Party Risk Management. Responsibilities Regularly monitor and report on third-party risks, compliance and risk mitigation. Provide technical inputs and support on third-party risk and compliance. Support business projects with technical third-party risk and compliance inputs. Minimum Requirements Grade 12 / Matric. Tertiary Qualification - Third Party Risk Management Certification / Qualification highly advantageous. Knowledge of Third Party Risk Management principles and practices. Experience with third-party risk management (TPRM) tools. Package & Remuneration Salary Market Related #J-18808-Ljbffr

Our client is a highly regarded Boutique Asset Management company based in Cape Town – due to a restructuring and reengineering process they now have the requirement for a skilled and experienced Risk & Performance Analyst, this new role will comprise the following job duties.

1. Performance Measurement & Attribution | Oversee theend-to-endperformancecalculation and reporting process.

Objective: To calculate and explain portfolio returns accurately and provide attribution insights that help portfolio managers and clients understand the sources of performance.

Key Processes:

• Daily NAV, return reconciliation and validation: Reconcile and verify returns across mandates, ensuring alignment with fund administrators and internal systems.
• Performance attribution: Conduct both top-down (asset allocation, sector, region) and bottom-up (security selection) attribution across equity, fixed income, and multi-asset portfolios.
• Benchmark alignment: Maintain benchmark data and ensure accurate benchmarking for relative performance reporting.
• GIPS compliance: Assist in maintaining compliance with Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS) and support audit processes as needed.
• Enhance performancemodels, tools, and automation processes to improve efficiency.

1. Independent Risk Management Function | Risk Management & Monitoring

Objective: To identify, measure, monitor, and report portfolio risks across strategies in a manner that supports both regulatory and investment team requirements.

Key Processes:

• Risk modelling: Run risk models to evaluate ex-ante (forward-looking) and ex-post (historical) risk metrics such as tracking error, VaR, beta, and volatility.
• Scenario & stress testing: Simulate portfolio outcomes under various macro and market shock scenarios (interest rate shifts, FX movements, etc.).
• Limit monitoring: Track adherence to client-mandated and regulatory constraints (e.g., issuer limits, sector caps, Reg 28 compliance).
• Liquidity risk monitoring: Assess portfolio liquidity profiles and highlight risks associated with redemptions or market dislocation.

1. Reporting & Insights

Objective: To deliver clear and value-adding reporting to internal stakeholders and clients.

Key Processes:

• Client reports: Prepare monthly/quarterly performance and risk reports tailored for consultants, institutional clients, and retail platforms.
• Board and EXCO support: Provide analytical support and dashboards for internal governance bodies and investment committees.
• Investment team interface: Work closely with portfolio managers to provide analytical insights that support portfolio construction and decision-making.
• Ad hoc analysis: Run performance or risk analysis to support product development, RfPs, or client servicing queries.

1. Data Governance & Systems

Objective: To ensure high-quality data and infrastructure underpin performance and risk processes.

Key Processes:

• System management: Maintain and enhance the performance and risk systems (e.g., Bloomberg PORT, Morningstar, StatPro, proprietary tools).
• Data integrity: Work with data teams to ensure clean and consistent security, pricing, and benchmark data.
• Automation and efficiency: Streamline reporting and analytics processes through scripting, dashboards, or integration with BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).

1. Compliance, Audit & Regulatory Support

Objective: To support compliance and audit functions through robust controls and documentation.

Key Processes:

• Audit support: Provide evidence for performance figures and methodology during internal and external audits.
• Regulatory reporting: Contribute to regulatory filings (e.g., CISCA, Reg 28, ASISA risk classification).
• Policy development: Assist in drafting and maintaining policies related to performance measurement, risk management, and model validation.

1. Strategic Initiatives and Special Projects

Objective: To contribute to initiatives that enhance client engagement, deepen investment insights, and strengthen market positioning.

Key Processes:

• Management Information & Insights:Develop and deliver data-driven insights and dashboards that support executive decision-making and business strategy.
• Sales Enablement Tools:Create analytical tools and materials to articulate our role within client solutions (e.g., portfolio construction impact, equity factor exposure analysis).
• Market Intelligence & Research:Support industry benchmarking, market trend analysis, and client research to inform distribution strategy and enhance positioning.

Key Stakeholders:

• Portfolio Managers & CIO
• Client Reporting and Relationship Management
• Compliance & Legal
• Fund Operations & Administration
• External Auditors, Consultants, Clients

To apply for the role please send your CV and supporting documentation to

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Our client is a highly regarded Boutique Asset Management company based in Cape Town – due to a restructuring and reengineering process they now have the requirement for a skilled and experienced Risk & Performance Analyst, this new role will comprise the following job duties. Performance Measurement & Attribution | Oversee theend-to-endperformancecalculation and reporting process. Objective: To calculate and explain portfolio returns accurately and provide attribution insights that help portfolio managers and clients understand the sources of performance. Key Processes: Daily NAV, return reconciliation and validation: Reconcile and verify returns across mandates, ensuring alignment with fund administrators and internal systems. Performance attribution: Conduct both top-down (asset allocation, sector, region) and bottom-up (security selection) attribution across equity, fixed income, and multi-asset portfolios. Benchmark alignment: Maintain benchmark data and ensure accurate benchmarking for relative performance reporting. GIPS compliance: Assist in maintaining compliance with Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS) and support audit processes as needed. Enhance performancemodels, tools, and automation processes to improve efficiency. Independent Risk Management Function | Risk Management & Monitoring Objective: To identify, measure, monitor, and report portfolio risks across strategies in a manner that supports both regulatory and investment team requirements. Key Processes: Risk modelling: Run risk models to evaluate ex-ante (forward-looking) and ex-post (historical) risk metrics such as tracking error, Va R, beta, and volatility. Scenario & stress testing: Simulate portfolio outcomes under various macro and market shock scenarios (interest rate shifts, FX movements, etc.). Limit monitoring: Track adherence to client-mandated and regulatory constraints (e.g., issuer limits, sector caps, Reg 28 compliance). Liquidity risk monitoring: Assess portfolio liquidity profiles and highlight risks associated with redemptions or market dislocation. Reporting & Insights Objective: To deliver clear and value-adding reporting to internal stakeholders and clients. Key Processes: Client reports: Prepare monthly/quarterly performance and risk reports tailored for consultants, institutional clients, and retail platforms. Board and EXCO support: Provide analytical support and dashboards for internal governance bodies and investment committees. Investment team interface: Work closely with portfolio managers to provide analytical insights that support portfolio construction and decision-making. Ad hoc analysis: Run performance or risk analysis to support product development, Rf Ps, or client servicing queries. Data Governance & Systems Objective: To ensure high-quality data and infrastructure underpin performance and risk processes. Key Processes: System management: Maintain and enhance the performance and risk systems (e.g., Bloomberg PORT, Morningstar, Stat Pro, proprietary tools). Data integrity: Work with data teams to ensure clean and consistent security, pricing, and benchmark data. Automation and efficiency: Streamline reporting and analytics processes through scripting, dashboards, or integration with BI tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). Compliance, Audit & Regulatory Support Objective: To support compliance and audit functions through robust controls and documentation. Key Processes: Audit support: Provide evidence for performance figures and methodology during internal and external audits. Regulatory reporting: Contribute to regulatory filings (e.g., CISCA, Reg 28, ASISA risk classification). Policy development: Assist in drafting and maintaining policies related to performance measurement, risk management, and model validation. Strategic Initiatives and Special Projects Objective: To contribute to initiatives that enhance client engagement, deepen investment insights, and strengthen market positioning. Key Processes: Management Information & Insights: Develop and deliver data-driven insights and dashboards that support executive decision-making and business strategy. Sales Enablement Tools: Create analytical tools and materials to articulate our role within client solutions (e.g., portfolio construction impact, equity factor exposure analysis). Market Intelligence & Research: Support industry benchmarking, market trend analysis, and client research to inform distribution strategy and enhance positioning. Key Stakeholders: Portfolio Managers & CIO Client Reporting and Relationship Management Compliance & Legal Fund Operations & Administration External Auditors, Consultants, Clients To apply for the role please send your CV and supporting documentation to #J-18808-Ljbffr

Reference: JHB -VM-1

Leading organisation within the investments and financial services industry requires a Risk Consultant for the Western Cape branch.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Broker Consultant or Life Insurance Agent / Financial Advisor.
2. Life insurance experience is essential.
3. Short-term insurance experience is an advantage.
4. Appropriate tertiary qualification (bachelor’s degree in commerce, finance, investments preferable).
5. Have a qualification recognised by the FSCA for FAIS purposes. Preference will be given to candidates with a CFP.
6. RE5 qualification.
7. Have completed relevant class of business and product specific training.
8. Ability to function at a strategic level whilst fulfilling operational responsibilities.
9. Meet the FAIS honesty, integrity and good standing requirements.
10. Meet the FAIS minimum experience requirements in respect of long-term insurance products.
11. Must not have been declared insolvent or provisionally insolvent.
12. FAIS compliant (continuous professional development).
13. Completed supervision for long-term insurance categories.
14. Fully computer literate, xPlan experience advantageous.
15. Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
16. Excellent negotiation and persuasion skills.
17. Client oriented, with strong interpersonal skills and able to take the initiative (self-starter).
18. Provide and implement advice in respect of insurance needs and solutions to clients in conjunction with the company Partner.
19. Analyse and identify Life and Short-Term Insurance (STI) opportunities within the client bases of their panel of financial planning partner’s practice.
20. Prepare comprehensive advice documents (proposals, comparisons, and quotation) for presentation to clients.
21. Provide specialist advice in respect of Life Insurance (Death, Disability and Critical Cover) needs.
22. Implement the agreed solution for clients and manage underwriting and other onboarding requirements.
23. Review clients cover according to internal business procedures, or if client circumstances change.
24. Acquire short term insurance leads from the company’s financial planning partners.
25. On receipt of the client’s consent, refer these clients to the STI tele-advisor, book an appointment for the client with the tele-advisor, and forward any existing short term insurance schedules to the STI tele-advisor for capture prior to the appointment.
26. Communicate and receive confirmation from the STI tele-advisor that the appointment has taken place and the outcome of the appointment.
27. Maintain and develop client relationships.
28. Support and contribute to company initiatives to communicate to, educate and engage clients in order to better meet their needs.
29. Monitor and report on the success and implementation of client and partner focused initiatives.
30. Adhere to the culture and principles of TCF – treating customers fairly.
31. Comply with Group and Industry regulatory requirements.

Package & Remuneration

Monthly plus Basic + commission.

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Our client in the Financial Services Industry based in Cape Town is currently looking to employ a Financial Advisor (Risk Products).

To provide and implement advice in respect of insurance needs and solutions to the company clients in conjunction with the companies Partner. Afrikaans first language preferred.

A wonderful career opportunity awaits you.

Duties & Responsibilities

Requirements:

1. Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Broker Consultant / Life Insurance Agent, etc.
2. Ability to function at a strategic level whilst fulfilling operational responsibilities.
3. Meet the FAIS honesty, integrity, and good standing requirements.
4. Meet the FAIS minimum experience requirements in respect of long-term insurance products.
5. Must not have been declared insolvent or provisionally insolvent.
6. Excellent communication skills, verbal and written.
7. Excellent negotiation and persuasion skills.
8. Client oriented, with strong interpersonal skills and able to take the initiative (self-starter).
9. Emotional resilience.
10. Appropriate tertiary qualification (bachelor’s degree in commerce, finance, investments preferable).
11. Have a qualification recognised by the FSCA for FAIS purposes. Preference will be given to candidates with a CFP.
12. Have completed relevant class of business and product specific training.
13. FAIS compliant (continuous professional development).
14. Completed supervision for long-term insurance categories.
15. Fully computer literate, xPlan experience advantageous.

Responsibilities and expectations but not limited to:

1. Analyse and identify Life and Short-Term Insurance (STI) opportunities within the client bases of their panel of financial planning partner’s practice.
2. Prepare comprehensive advice documents (proposals, comparisons, and quotation) for presentation to clients.
3. Provide the specialist advice in respect of Life Insurance (Death, Disability and Critical Cover) needs. This will include specialist areas such as Estate Planning and Business Assurance.
4. Implement the agreed solution for clients and manage underwriting and other onboarding requirements.
5. Review clients cover according to internal business procedures, or if client circumstances change.
6. Acquire short term insurance leads from the company’s financial planning partners.
7. On receipt of the client’s consent, refer these clients to the STI tele-advisor, book an appointment for the client with the tele-advisor, and forward any existing short term insurance schedules to the STI tele-advisor for capture prior to the appointment.
8. Communicate and receive confirmation from the STI tele-advisor that the appointment has taken place and the outcome of the appointment.
9. Maintain and develop client relationships.
10. Support and contribute to company initiatives to communicate to, educate and engage clients in order to better meet their needs.
11. Monitor and report on the success and implementation of client and partner focused initiatives.
12. Adhere to the culture and principles of TCF – treating customers fairly.
13. Comply with Group and Industry regulatory requirements.

Package & Remuneration

Monthly

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Reference: PE -RW-1 Our client in the Financial Services Industry based in Cape Town is currently looking to employ a Financial Advisor (Risk Products). To provide and implement advice in respect of insurance needs and solutions to the company clients in conjunction with the companies Partner. Afrikaans first language preferred.A wonderful career opportunity awaits you. Duties & Responsibilities Requirements: Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Broker Consultant / Life Insurance Agent, etc. Ability to function at a strategic level whilst fulfilling operational responsibilities. Meet the FAIS honesty, integrity, and good standing requirements. Meet the FAIS minimum experience requirements in respect of long-term insurance products. Must not have been declared insolvent or provisionally insolvent. Excellent communication skills, verbal and written. Excellent negotiation and persuasion skills. Client oriented, with strong interpersonal skills and able to take the initiative (self-starter). Emotional resilience. Appropriate tertiary qualification (bachelor’s degree in commerce, finance, investments preferable). Have a qualification recognised by the FSCA for FAIS purposes. Preference will be given to candidates with a CFP. Have completed relevant class of business and product specific training. FAIS compliant (continuous professional development). Completed supervision for long-term insurance categories. Fully computer literate, x Plan experience advantageous. Responsibilities and expectations but not limited to: Analyse and identify Life and Short-Term Insurance (STI) opportunities within the client bases of their panel of financial planning partner’s practice. Prepare comprehensive advice documents (proposals, comparisons, and quotation) for presentation to clients. Provide the specialist advice in respect of Life Insurance (Death, Disability and Critical Cover) needs. This will include specialist areas such as Estate Planning and Business Assurance. Implement the agreed solution for clients and manage underwriting and other onboarding requirements. Review clients cover according to internal business procedures, or if client circumstances change. Acquire short term insurance leads from the company’s financial planning partners. On receipt of the client’s consent, refer these clients to the STI tele-advisor, book an appointment for the client with the tele-advisor, and forward any existing short term insurance schedules to the STI tele-advisor for capture prior to the appointment. Communicate and receive confirmation from the STI tele-advisor that the appointment has taken place and the outcome of the appointment. Maintain and develop client relationships. Support and contribute to company initiatives to communicate to, educate and engage clients in order to better meet their needs. Monitor and report on the success and implementation of client and partner focused initiatives. Adhere to the culture and principles of TCF – treating customers fairly. Comply with Group and Industry regulatory requirements. Package & Remuneration Monthly #J-18808-Ljbffr

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Santam is looking for a passionate and energetic individual for a position as Technical Support: Geographical Information Systems & Risk Analysis who will be based in Tygervalley, Bellville. This exciting opportunity is available within Santam Group Underwriting.

What will make you successful in this role?

This role will provide support to the technical specialist in the Risk Management Team, positioned in the Underwriting Risk Management department. This will include:

• Assist with the management of certain project deliverables (e.g. geocoding, thatch accumulation, etc.).
• Assist with the management of ESRI’s cloud solution, ArcGIS Online.
• Data management: collection, cleaning, analysing, and visualisation of non-spatial/spatial data.
• Daily duties on the FloodQueries (flood) mailbox and the MyLocation (geocoding) mailbox.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Assist with the management and execution of the project deliverables.
• Underwriting Viewer support: Provide administrative and data management support to the ArcGIS Online Viewer application.
• Data collection, cleaning, and analysis: Perform daily GIS tasks relating to data collection, cleaning and analysis for both spatial and non-spatial data.
• Geocoding of Santam policy data: Perform the cleaning of address data, followed by geocoding and reverse geocoding.
• GIS analysis.
• Report writing (presenting research or analysis results).
• LITool updates on the Viewers and PolicyCenter (PC).
• Application development, support, and updates.
• ArcGIS Online management and support.
• Conduct training sessions (e.g. geocoding, viewers overview).
• FloodQueries mailbox management: Be responsible for e-mail queries relating to flood reviews one day per week.
• MyLocation mailbox management: Be responsible for e-mail queries relating to geocoding enquiries one day per week.

Qualifications & Experience

• BSc/Bachelor’s degree in Geomatics/Geoinformatics or relevant specialist degree.
• 10 - 15 years’ experience as a GIS Technologist/Professional.

Skills

• Basic knowledge of disaster risk (floods, fire, etc.).
• Must be proficient in the ESRI software suite (e.g., ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online).
• GIS data capture, data preparation and analytics.
• Python scripting skills for customisation and automation will be a benefit.
• Geocoding capabilities.
• Spatial analytics.
• Coordinate Systems and Map Projections.
• Research and report writing.
• Advance knowledge in MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Good communication, presentation, and networking skills.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Teamwork.
• Analytical thinking.
• Problem solving.
• Time management.
• Client focus.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Drives results.
• Cultivates innovation.
• Plans and aligns.
• Balances stakeholders.

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