310 Risk Manager jobs in South Africa

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 :

Bachelors in Risk Management Finance Accounting or related field with 3 years experience or

CA(SA) with 12 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 havent heard back from us within two weeks of submitting your application unfortunately your application has not been successful this time. Wed still love to stay connected follow us online and keep an eye out for future opportunities that match your profile.

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Arm,Risk Management,Financial Services,Cybersecurity,COSO,PCI,Root cause Analysis,COBIT,NIST Standards,SOX,Information Security,RMF

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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Risk Manager page is loaded# Risk Managerlocations: Johannesburgtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 27, 2025 (7 days left to apply)job requisition id: R40437# **Job Description**To conduct comprehensive identification of all key operational risks in allocated Business Unit and provide guidance on mitigation to ensure compliance that align to FirstRand operational risk frameworks and policies**Role Purpose**Responsible for implementing, facilitating and executing on the annual Assurance Plan (including supplementary compliance monitoring) that follows a risk-based key-controls approach and is based on defined standards and operating procedures.Drive the Top Risk and Key Controls initiative in the business and the formulation of the annual Risk Assurance Plan, as well as continual update and reporting on progress to the plan**Responsibilities*** Development and facilitation of comprehensive, well-considered risk assurance plans that cover the assessment of key controls, legislation (not covered by compliance monitoring centre of excellence), large or complex projects, health checks triggered by external events or identified hotspots for control weaknesses within the business.* Preparing, agreeing, implementing and monitoring an assurance map in line with the requirements set out in group standards.* Assurance planning is to be conducted in combination with other assurance providers, including compliance, operational and IT risk, MCoE, ERM, internal audit and external audit.* Research and advise on innovative ways to conduct QA and assurance that includes aspects such as event-based monitoring, continuous auditing, robotics, AI, and other optimisation mechanisms. Where possible, implement these ways.* Analyse and fully understand the risk maturity efforts required from an assurance perspective and actively work towards the overall improvement in this regard.* Perform risk assurance and mitigation by providing a view as to the adequacy and effectiveness of the key controls in place within R&C Invest and, where required, support in their development and implementation.* Provide monitoring on compliance areas not covered by the compliance monitoring centre of excellence to ensure the business complies with key regulations and standards and minimises risk.* Oversee, coordinate, and execute the annual operational control testing in R&C Invest.* Ensure timely update of controls testing in Archer, in accordance with Operational Risk Assurance requirements.* Facilitate, coordinate and execute ad hoc deep dives with the relevant assurance teams or through the relevant assurance Centre of Excellence (CoE) that is in place.* Co-ordination, preparation, and presentation of high-quality assurance reporting to provide to relevant governance committees.* Continuous analysis, tracking and reporting of consolidated issue stats within R&C Invest. Partnering with the Business Unit Risk teams for status updates to adequately close open issues on a timely basis.* Facilitating and providing oversight, challenge, and direction to issue extensions within R&C Invest.* Report on observations and provide insight and recommendations relating to the reviews performed to assist business in setting appropriate remediation plans.* Partner with the business to ensure that the final remedial plans will address the associated risk.* In partnership with BU Risk Teams, perform control testing on remedial actions (issues verification) once implemented by the business.* In partnership with management, identify mitigating controls to high-risk issues, and perform control testing to determine the adequacy and effectiveness of these controls.* Use insights and knowledge gained from the monitoring and assurance reviews performed to conduct comparative analysis, to identify thematic areas that require attention and to enable a view of the risk maturity and compliance culture within R&C Invest.* In support of combined assurance, ensure the data quality of uploaded external audit findings on Archer is adequate.* Build relationships with key stakeholders to understand their risk and control environment, displaying abilities to listen, advise, influence, negotiate and present at all levels.* Provide ongoing consulting, guidance and oversight of remediated controls, new initiatives, and business-as-usual process controls.* Identify opportunities to share knowledge including lessons learnt within the business and the risk and compliance community.* Continuously expand on knowledge of R&C Invest and related business activities to be able to identify and test current and emerging risks.* Plan and manage own workflow, anticipating obstacles, juggling priorities, and following through on objectives within agreed timeframes and according to quality standards* Act in an ethical, independent, transparent, and morally defensible manner, including highlighting unethical practices.* Adapt communication styles to meet the needs of different audiences. Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback. Preserve relationships despite airing conflicting views and seek mutual gains when addressing conflicts.* Continually share, debate, and communicate learnings across the broader stakeholder group.* Ensure combined assurance and assurance optimisation are actively driven and managed on a day-to-day basis.* Establish a sound risk management culture through awareness of campaigns to influence behaviour and drive the importance of compliance.* Maintenance of expert knowledge on relevant legislative amendments, industry best practices and provision of proactive advice and solutions to relevant stakeholders.* Ensure alignment to relevant risk management and compliance frameworks and methodologies.* Manage personal development to increase own skills and competencies.**Additional Requirements*** The incumbent must have 3-5 years’ experience in either risk management, auditing, monitoring or assurance.* Advanced excel and PowerPoint is a must as well as good report writing skills* Exposure to and experience in controls testing as a discipline* Understanding of audit procedures and assurance activities* Knowledge and exposure to Monitoring systems & platforms* Effective communication skills and report writing* Understanding of Wills, Trusts and Estate Management is advantageous.* Understanding of Stockbroking and/or Investment management businesses advantageous.**Qualifications*** Bachelor of commerce degree* 3 – 5 years relevant experience* Industry related certifications in Risk management, Assurance or controls monitoring (eg. CIA, IRMSA etc)#post#fnb#LI-LK1# # ***Job Details***# **Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.**27/09/25All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we will get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.Should you have any queries, please log it via .
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Risk Manager page is loaded# Risk Managerlocations: Johannesburgtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 27, 2025 (7 days left to apply)job requisition id: R40437# **Job Description**To conduct comprehensive identification of all key operational risks in allocated Business Unit and provide guidance on mitigation to ensure compliance that align to FirstRand operational risk frameworks and policies**Role Purpose**Responsible for implementing, facilitating and executing on the annual Assurance Plan (including supplementary compliance monitoring) that follows a risk-based key-controls approach and is based on defined standards and operating procedures.Drive the Top Risk and Key Controls initiative in the business and the formulation of the annual Risk Assurance Plan, as well as continual update and reporting on progress to the plan**Responsibilities*** Development and facilitation of comprehensive, well-considered risk assurance plans that cover the assessment of key controls, legislation (not covered by compliance monitoring centre of excellence), large or complex projects, health checks triggered by external events or identified hotspots for control weaknesses within the business.* Preparing, agreeing, implementing and monitoring an assurance map in line with the requirements set out in group standards.* Assurance planning is to be conducted in combination with other assurance providers, including compliance, operational and IT risk, MCoE, ERM, internal audit and external audit.* Research and advise on innovative ways to conduct QA and assurance that includes aspects such as event-based monitoring, continuous auditing, robotics, AI, and other optimisation mechanisms. Where possible, implement these ways.* Analyse and fully understand the risk maturity efforts required from an assurance perspective and actively work towards the overall improvement in this regard.* Perform risk assurance and mitigation by providing a view as to the adequacy and effectiveness of the key controls in place within R&C Invest and, where required, support in their development and implementation.* Provide monitoring on compliance areas not covered by the compliance monitoring centre of excellence to ensure the business complies with key regulations and standards and minimises risk.* Oversee, coordinate, and execute the annual operational control testing in R&C Invest.* Ensure timely update of controls testing in Archer, in accordance with Operational Risk Assurance requirements.* Facilitate, coordinate and execute ad hoc deep dives with the relevant assurance teams or through the relevant assurance Centre of Excellence (CoE) that is in place.* Co-ordination, preparation, and presentation of high-quality assurance reporting to provide to relevant governance committees.* Continuous analysis, tracking and reporting of consolidated issue stats within R&C Invest. Partnering with the Business Unit Risk teams for status updates to adequately close open issues on a timely basis.* Facilitating and providing oversight, challenge, and direction to issue extensions within R&C Invest.* Report on observations and provide insight and recommendations relating to the reviews performed to assist business in setting appropriate remediation plans.* Partner with the business to ensure that the final remedial plans will address the associated risk.* In partnership with BU Risk Teams, perform control testing on remedial actions (issues verification) once implemented by the business.* In partnership with management, identify mitigating controls to high-risk issues, and perform control testing to determine the adequacy and effectiveness of these controls.* Use insights and knowledge gained from the monitoring and assurance reviews performed to conduct comparative analysis, to identify thematic areas that require attention and to enable a view of the risk maturity and compliance culture within R&C Invest.* In support of combined assurance, ensure the data quality of uploaded external audit findings on Archer is adequate.* Build relationships with key stakeholders to understand their risk and control environment, displaying abilities to listen, advise, influence, negotiate and present at all levels.* Provide ongoing consulting, guidance and oversight of remediated controls, new initiatives, and business-as-usual process controls.* Identify opportunities to share knowledge including lessons learnt within the business and the risk and compliance community.* Continuously expand on knowledge of R&C Invest and related business activities to be able to identify and test current and emerging risks.* Plan and manage own workflow, anticipating obstacles, juggling priorities, and following through on objectives within agreed timeframes and according to quality standards* Act in an ethical, independent, transparent, and morally defensible manner, including highlighting unethical practices.* Adapt communication styles to meet the needs of different audiences. Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback. Preserve relationships despite airing conflicting views and seek mutual gains when addressing conflicts.* Continually share, debate, and communicate learnings across the broader stakeholder group.* Ensure combined assurance and assurance optimisation are actively driven and managed on a day-to-day basis.* Establish a sound risk management culture through awareness of campaigns to influence behaviour and drive the importance of compliance.* Maintenance of expert knowledge on relevant legislative amendments, industry best practices and provision of proactive advice and solutions to relevant stakeholders.* Ensure alignment to relevant risk management and compliance frameworks and methodologies.* Manage personal development to increase own skills and competencies.**Additional Requirements*** The incumbent must have 3-5 years’ experience in either risk management, auditing, monitoring or assurance.* Advanced excel and PowerPoint is a must as well as good report writing skills* Exposure to and experience in controls testing as a discipline* Understanding of audit procedures and assurance activities* Knowledge and exposure to Monitoring systems & platforms* Effective communication skills and report writing* Understanding of Wills, Trusts and Estate Management is advantageous.* Understanding of Stockbroking and/or Investment management businesses advantageous.**Qualifications*** Bachelor of commerce degree* 3 – 5 years relevant experience* Industry related certifications in Risk management, Assurance or controls monitoring (eg. CIA, IRMSA etc)#post#fnb#LI-LK1# # ***Job Details***# **Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.**27/09/25All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we will get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.Should you have any queries, please log it via .
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Risk Manager page is loaded# Risk Managerlocations: Johannesburgtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 27, 2025 (7 days left to apply)job requisition id: R40437# **Job Description**To conduct comprehensive identification of all key operational risks in allocated Business Unit and provide guidance on mitigation to ensure compliance that align to FirstRand operational risk frameworks and policies**Role Purpose**Responsible for implementing, facilitating and executing on the annual Assurance Plan (including supplementary compliance monitoring) that follows a risk-based key-controls approach and is based on defined standards and operating procedures.Drive the Top Risk and Key Controls initiative in the business and the formulation of the annual Risk Assurance Plan, as well as continual update and reporting on progress to the plan**Responsibilities*** Development and facilitation of comprehensive, well-considered risk assurance plans that cover the assessment of key controls, legislation (not covered by compliance monitoring centre of excellence), large or complex projects, health checks triggered by external events or identified hotspots for control weaknesses within the business.* Preparing, agreeing, implementing and monitoring an assurance map in line with the requirements set out in group standards.* Assurance planning is to be conducted in combination with other assurance providers, including compliance, operational and IT risk, MCoE, ERM, internal audit and external audit.* Research and advise on innovative ways to conduct QA and assurance that includes aspects such as event-based monitoring, continuous auditing, robotics, AI, and other optimisation mechanisms. Where possible, implement these ways.* Analyse and fully understand the risk maturity efforts required from an assurance perspective and actively work towards the overall improvement in this regard.* Perform risk assurance and mitigation by providing a view as to the adequacy and effectiveness of the key controls in place within R&C Invest and, where required, support in their development and implementation.* Provide monitoring on compliance areas not covered by the compliance monitoring centre of excellence to ensure the business complies with key regulations and standards and minimises risk.* Oversee, coordinate, and execute the annual operational control testing in R&C Invest.* Ensure timely update of controls testing in Archer, in accordance with Operational Risk Assurance requirements.* Facilitate, coordinate and execute ad hoc deep dives with the relevant assurance teams or through the relevant assurance Centre of Excellence (CoE) that is in place.* Co-ordination, preparation, and presentation of high-quality assurance reporting to provide to relevant governance committees.* Continuous analysis, tracking and reporting of consolidated issue stats within R&C Invest. Partnering with the Business Unit Risk teams for status updates to adequately close open issues on a timely basis.* Facilitating and providing oversight, challenge, and direction to issue extensions within R&C Invest.* Report on observations and provide insight and recommendations relating to the reviews performed to assist business in setting appropriate remediation plans.* Partner with the business to ensure that the final remedial plans will address the associated risk.* In partnership with BU Risk Teams, perform control testing on remedial actions (issues verification) once implemented by the business.* In partnership with management, identify mitigating controls to high-risk issues, and perform control testing to determine the adequacy and effectiveness of these controls.* Use insights and knowledge gained from the monitoring and assurance reviews performed to conduct comparative analysis, to identify thematic areas that require attention and to enable a view of the risk maturity and compliance culture within R&C Invest.* In support of combined assurance, ensure the data quality of uploaded external audit findings on Archer is adequate.* Build relationships with key stakeholders to understand their risk and control environment, displaying abilities to listen, advise, influence, negotiate and present at all levels.* Provide ongoing consulting, guidance and oversight of remediated controls, new initiatives, and business-as-usual process controls.* Identify opportunities to share knowledge including lessons learnt within the business and the risk and compliance community.* Continuously expand on knowledge of R&C Invest and related business activities to be able to identify and test current and emerging risks.* Plan and manage own workflow, anticipating obstacles, juggling priorities, and following through on objectives within agreed timeframes and according to quality standards* Act in an ethical, independent, transparent, and morally defensible manner, including highlighting unethical practices.* Adapt communication styles to meet the needs of different audiences. Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback. Preserve relationships despite airing conflicting views and seek mutual gains when addressing conflicts.* Continually share, debate, and communicate learnings across the broader stakeholder group.* Ensure combined assurance and assurance optimisation are actively driven and managed on a day-to-day basis.* Establish a sound risk management culture through awareness of campaigns to influence behaviour and drive the importance of compliance.* Maintenance of expert knowledge on relevant legislative amendments, industry best practices and provision of proactive advice and solutions to relevant stakeholders.* Ensure alignment to relevant risk management and compliance frameworks and methodologies.* Manage personal development to increase own skills and competencies.**Additional Requirements*** The incumbent must have 3-5 years’ experience in either risk management, auditing, monitoring or assurance.* Advanced excel and PowerPoint is a must as well as good report writing skills* Exposure to and experience in controls testing as a discipline* Understanding of audit procedures and assurance activities* Knowledge and exposure to Monitoring systems & platforms* Effective communication skills and report writing* Understanding of Wills, Trusts and Estate Management is advantageous.* Understanding of Stockbroking and/or Investment management businesses advantageous.**Qualifications*** Bachelor of commerce degree* 3 – 5 years relevant experience* Industry related certifications in Risk management, Assurance or controls monitoring (eg. CIA, IRMSA etc)#post#fnb#LI-LK1# # ***Job Details***# **Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.**27/09/25All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we will get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.Should you have any queries, please log it via .
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Risk Manager page is loaded# Risk Managerlocations: Johannesburgtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 27, 2025 (7 days left to apply)job requisition id: R40437# **Job Description**To conduct comprehensive identification of all key operational risks in allocated Business Unit and provide guidance on mitigation to ensure compliance that align to FirstRand operational risk frameworks and policies**Role Purpose**Responsible for implementing, facilitating and executing on the annual Assurance Plan (including supplementary compliance monitoring) that follows a risk-based key-controls approach and is based on defined standards and operating procedures.Drive the Top Risk and Key Controls initiative in the business and the formulation of the annual Risk Assurance Plan, as well as continual update and reporting on progress to the plan**Responsibilities*** Development and facilitation of comprehensive, well-considered risk assurance plans that cover the assessment of key controls, legislation (not covered by compliance monitoring centre of excellence), large or complex projects, health checks triggered by external events or identified hotspots for control weaknesses within the business.* Preparing, agreeing, implementing and monitoring an assurance map in line with the requirements set out in group standards.* Assurance planning is to be conducted in combination with other assurance providers, including compliance, operational and IT risk, MCoE, ERM, internal audit and external audit.* Research and advise on innovative ways to conduct QA and assurance that includes aspects such as event-based monitoring, continuous auditing, robotics, AI, and other optimisation mechanisms. Where possible, implement these ways.* Analyse and fully understand the risk maturity efforts required from an assurance perspective and actively work towards the overall improvement in this regard.* Perform risk assurance and mitigation by providing a view as to the adequacy and effectiveness of the key controls in place within R&C Invest and, where required, support in their development and implementation.* Provide monitoring on compliance areas not covered by the compliance monitoring centre of excellence to ensure the business complies with key regulations and standards and minimises risk.* Oversee, coordinate, and execute the annual operational control testing in R&C Invest.* Ensure timely update of controls testing in Archer, in accordance with Operational Risk Assurance requirements.* Facilitate, coordinate and execute ad hoc deep dives with the relevant assurance teams or through the relevant assurance Centre of Excellence (CoE) that is in place.* Co-ordination, preparation, and presentation of high-quality assurance reporting to provide to relevant governance committees.* Continuous analysis, tracking and reporting of consolidated issue stats within R&C Invest. Partnering with the Business Unit Risk teams for status updates to adequately close open issues on a timely basis.* Facilitating and providing oversight, challenge, and direction to issue extensions within R&C Invest.* Report on observations and provide insight and recommendations relating to the reviews performed to assist business in setting appropriate remediation plans.* Partner with the business to ensure that the final remedial plans will address the associated risk.* In partnership with BU Risk Teams, perform control testing on remedial actions (issues verification) once implemented by the business.* In partnership with management, identify mitigating controls to high-risk issues, and perform control testing to determine the adequacy and effectiveness of these controls.* Use insights and knowledge gained from the monitoring and assurance reviews performed to conduct comparative analysis, to identify thematic areas that require attention and to enable a view of the risk maturity and compliance culture within R&C Invest.* In support of combined assurance, ensure the data quality of uploaded external audit findings on Archer is adequate.* Build relationships with key stakeholders to understand their risk and control environment, displaying abilities to listen, advise, influence, negotiate and present at all levels.* Provide ongoing consulting, guidance and oversight of remediated controls, new initiatives, and business-as-usual process controls.* Identify opportunities to share knowledge including lessons learnt within the business and the risk and compliance community.* Continuously expand on knowledge of R&C Invest and related business activities to be able to identify and test current and emerging risks.* Plan and manage own workflow, anticipating obstacles, juggling priorities, and following through on objectives within agreed timeframes and according to quality standards* Act in an ethical, independent, transparent, and morally defensible manner, including highlighting unethical practices.* Adapt communication styles to meet the needs of different audiences. Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback. Preserve relationships despite airing conflicting views and seek mutual gains when addressing conflicts.* Continually share, debate, and communicate learnings across the broader stakeholder group.* Ensure combined assurance and assurance optimisation are actively driven and managed on a day-to-day basis.* Establish a sound risk management culture through awareness of campaigns to influence behaviour and drive the importance of compliance.* Maintenance of expert knowledge on relevant legislative amendments, industry best practices and provision of proactive advice and solutions to relevant stakeholders.* Ensure alignment to relevant risk management and compliance frameworks and methodologies.* Manage personal development to increase own skills and competencies.**Additional Requirements*** The incumbent must have 3-5 years’ experience in either risk management, auditing, monitoring or assurance.* Advanced excel and PowerPoint is a must as well as good report writing skills* Exposure to and experience in controls testing as a discipline* Understanding of audit procedures and assurance activities* Knowledge and exposure to Monitoring systems & platforms* Effective communication skills and report writing* Understanding of Wills, Trusts and Estate Management is advantageous.* Understanding of Stockbroking and/or Investment management businesses advantageous.**Qualifications*** Bachelor of commerce degree* 3 – 5 years relevant experience* Industry related certifications in Risk management, Assurance or controls monitoring (eg. CIA, IRMSA etc)#post#fnb#LI-LK1# # ***Job Details***# **Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.**27/09/25All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we will get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.Should you have any queries, please log it via .
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Risk Manager page is loaded# Risk Managerlocations: Johannesburgtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 27, 2025 (7 days left to apply)job requisition id: R40437# **Job Description**To conduct comprehensive identification of all key operational risks in allocated Business Unit and provide guidance on mitigation to ensure compliance that align to FirstRand operational risk frameworks and policies**Role Purpose**Responsible for implementing, facilitating and executing on the annual Assurance Plan (including supplementary compliance monitoring) that follows a risk-based key-controls approach and is based on defined standards and operating procedures.Drive the Top Risk and Key Controls initiative in the business and the formulation of the annual Risk Assurance Plan, as well as continual update and reporting on progress to the plan**Responsibilities*** Development and facilitation of comprehensive, well-considered risk assurance plans that cover the assessment of key controls, legislation (not covered by compliance monitoring centre of excellence), large or complex projects, health checks triggered by external events or identified hotspots for control weaknesses within the business.* Preparing, agreeing, implementing and monitoring an assurance map in line with the requirements set out in group standards.* Assurance planning is to be conducted in combination with other assurance providers, including compliance, operational and IT risk, MCoE, ERM, internal audit and external audit.* Research and advise on innovative ways to conduct QA and assurance that includes aspects such as event-based monitoring, continuous auditing, robotics, AI, and other optimisation mechanisms. Where possible, implement these ways.* Analyse and fully understand the risk maturity efforts required from an assurance perspective and actively work towards the overall improvement in this regard.* Perform risk assurance and mitigation by providing a view as to the adequacy and effectiveness of the key controls in place within R&C Invest and, where required, support in their development and implementation.* Provide monitoring on compliance areas not covered by the compliance monitoring centre of excellence to ensure the business complies with key regulations and standards and minimises risk.* Oversee, coordinate, and execute the annual operational control testing in R&C Invest.* Ensure timely update of controls testing in Archer, in accordance with Operational Risk Assurance requirements.* Facilitate, coordinate and execute ad hoc deep dives with the relevant assurance teams or through the relevant assurance Centre of Excellence (CoE) that is in place.* Co-ordination, preparation, and presentation of high-quality assurance reporting to provide to relevant governance committees.* Continuous analysis, tracking and reporting of consolidated issue stats within R&C Invest. Partnering with the Business Unit Risk teams for status updates to adequately close open issues on a timely basis.* Facilitating and providing oversight, challenge, and direction to issue extensions within R&C Invest.* Report on observations and provide insight and recommendations relating to the reviews performed to assist business in setting appropriate remediation plans.* Partner with the business to ensure that the final remedial plans will address the associated risk.* In partnership with BU Risk Teams, perform control testing on remedial actions (issues verification) once implemented by the business.* In partnership with management, identify mitigating controls to high-risk issues, and perform control testing to determine the adequacy and effectiveness of these controls.* Use insights and knowledge gained from the monitoring and assurance reviews performed to conduct comparative analysis, to identify thematic areas that require attention and to enable a view of the risk maturity and compliance culture within R&C Invest.* In support of combined assurance, ensure the data quality of uploaded external audit findings on Archer is adequate.* Build relationships with key stakeholders to understand their risk and control environment, displaying abilities to listen, advise, influence, negotiate and present at all levels.* Provide ongoing consulting, guidance and oversight of remediated controls, new initiatives, and business-as-usual process controls.* Identify opportunities to share knowledge including lessons learnt within the business and the risk and compliance community.* Continuously expand on knowledge of R&C Invest and related business activities to be able to identify and test current and emerging risks.* Plan and manage own workflow, anticipating obstacles, juggling priorities, and following through on objectives within agreed timeframes and according to quality standards* Act in an ethical, independent, transparent, and morally defensible manner, including highlighting unethical practices.* Adapt communication styles to meet the needs of different audiences. Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback. Preserve relationships despite airing conflicting views and seek mutual gains when addressing conflicts.* Continually share, debate, and communicate learnings across the broader stakeholder group.* Ensure combined assurance and assurance optimisation are actively driven and managed on a day-to-day basis.* Establish a sound risk management culture through awareness of campaigns to influence behaviour and drive the importance of compliance.* Maintenance of expert knowledge on relevant legislative amendments, industry best practices and provision of proactive advice and solutions to relevant stakeholders.* Ensure alignment to relevant risk management and compliance frameworks and methodologies.* Manage personal development to increase own skills and competencies.**Additional Requirements*** The incumbent must have 3-5 years’ experience in either risk management, auditing, monitoring or assurance.* Advanced excel and PowerPoint is a must as well as good report writing skills* Exposure to and experience in controls testing as a discipline* Understanding of audit procedures and assurance activities* Knowledge and exposure to Monitoring systems & platforms* Effective communication skills and report writing* Understanding of Wills, Trusts and Estate Management is advantageous.* Understanding of Stockbroking and/or Investment management businesses advantageous.**Qualifications*** Bachelor of commerce degree* 3 – 5 years relevant experience* Industry related certifications in Risk management, Assurance or controls monitoring (eg. CIA, IRMSA etc)#post#fnb#LI-LK1# # ***Job Details***# **Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.**27/09/25All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we will get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.Should you have any queries, please log it via .
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Risk Manager page is loaded# Risk Managerlocations: Johannesburgtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 27, 2025 (7 days left to apply)job requisition id: R40437# **Job Description**To conduct comprehensive identification of all key operational risks in allocated Business Unit and provide guidance on mitigation to ensure compliance that align to FirstRand operational risk frameworks and policies**Role Purpose**Responsible for implementing, facilitating and executing on the annual Assurance Plan (including supplementary compliance monitoring) that follows a risk-based key-controls approach and is based on defined standards and operating procedures.Drive the Top Risk and Key Controls initiative in the business and the formulation of the annual Risk Assurance Plan, as well as continual update and reporting on progress to the plan**Responsibilities*** Development and facilitation of comprehensive, well-considered risk assurance plans that cover the assessment of key controls, legislation (not covered by compliance monitoring centre of excellence), large or complex projects, health checks triggered by external events or identified hotspots for control weaknesses within the business.* Preparing, agreeing, implementing and monitoring an assurance map in line with the requirements set out in group standards.* Assurance planning is to be conducted in combination with other assurance providers, including compliance, operational and IT risk, MCoE, ERM, internal audit and external audit.* Research and advise on innovative ways to conduct QA and assurance that includes aspects such as event-based monitoring, continuous auditing, robotics, AI, and other optimisation mechanisms. Where possible, implement these ways.* Analyse and fully understand the risk maturity efforts required from an assurance perspective and actively work towards the overall improvement in this regard.* Perform risk assurance and mitigation by providing a view as to the adequacy and effectiveness of the key controls in place within R&C Invest and, where required, support in their development and implementation.* Provide monitoring on compliance areas not covered by the compliance monitoring centre of excellence to ensure the business complies with key regulations and standards and minimises risk.* Oversee, coordinate, and execute the annual operational control testing in R&C Invest.* Ensure timely update of controls testing in Archer, in accordance with Operational Risk Assurance requirements.* Facilitate, coordinate and execute ad hoc deep dives with the relevant assurance teams or through the relevant assurance Centre of Excellence (CoE) that is in place.* Co-ordination, preparation, and presentation of high-quality assurance reporting to provide to relevant governance committees.* Continuous analysis, tracking and reporting of consolidated issue stats within R&C Invest. Partnering with the Business Unit Risk teams for status updates to adequately close open issues on a timely basis.* Facilitating and providing oversight, challenge, and direction to issue extensions within R&C Invest.* Report on observations and provide insight and recommendations relating to the reviews performed to assist business in setting appropriate remediation plans.* Partner with the business to ensure that the final remedial plans will address the associated risk.* In partnership with BU Risk Teams, perform control testing on remedial actions (issues verification) once implemented by the business.* In partnership with management, identify mitigating controls to high-risk issues, and perform control testing to determine the adequacy and effectiveness of these controls.* Use insights and knowledge gained from the monitoring and assurance reviews performed to conduct comparative analysis, to identify thematic areas that require attention and to enable a view of the risk maturity and compliance culture within R&C Invest.* In support of combined assurance, ensure the data quality of uploaded external audit findings on Archer is adequate.* Build relationships with key stakeholders to understand their risk and control environment, displaying abilities to listen, advise, influence, negotiate and present at all levels.* Provide ongoing consulting, guidance and oversight of remediated controls, new initiatives, and business-as-usual process controls.* Identify opportunities to share knowledge including lessons learnt within the business and the risk and compliance community.* Continuously expand on knowledge of R&C Invest and related business activities to be able to identify and test current and emerging risks.* Plan and manage own workflow, anticipating obstacles, juggling priorities, and following through on objectives within agreed timeframes and according to quality standards* Act in an ethical, independent, transparent, and morally defensible manner, including highlighting unethical practices.* Adapt communication styles to meet the needs of different audiences. Maintain a positive attitude and respond openly to feedback. Preserve relationships despite airing conflicting views and seek mutual gains when addressing conflicts.* Continually share, debate, and communicate learnings across the broader stakeholder group.* Ensure combined assurance and assurance optimisation are actively driven and managed on a day-to-day basis.* Establish a sound risk management culture through awareness of campaigns to influence behaviour and drive the importance of compliance.* Maintenance of expert knowledge on relevant legislative amendments, industry best practices and provision of proactive advice and solutions to relevant stakeholders.* Ensure alignment to relevant risk management and compliance frameworks and methodologies.* Manage personal development to increase own skills and competencies.**Additional Requirements*** The incumbent must have 3-5 years’ experience in either risk management, auditing, monitoring or assurance.* Advanced excel and PowerPoint is a must as well as good report writing skills* Exposure to and experience in controls testing as a discipline* Understanding of audit procedures and assurance activities* Knowledge and exposure to Monitoring systems & platforms* Effective communication skills and report writing* Understanding of Wills, Trusts and Estate Management is advantageous.* Understanding of Stockbroking and/or Investment management businesses advantageous.**Qualifications*** Bachelor of commerce degree* 3 – 5 years relevant experience* Industry related certifications in Risk management, Assurance or controls monitoring (eg. CIA, IRMSA etc)#post#fnb#LI-LK1# # ***Job Details***# **Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.**27/09/25All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we will get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.Should you have any queries, please log it via .
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We are hiring!

At Sappi, we are a leading global provider with a reputation for delivering high-quality sustainable Woodfibre products and solutions for the global markets. We lead through our values centred around safety, integrity, courage, making smart decisions which we execute with speed. We are seeking unique people who believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive and safe environment.

We’re on the lookout for an experienced Risk Manager to direct, manage and coordinate an integrated Risk Management Department through measuring and assessing risks to the organisation and to manage and coordinate an integrated management system that ensures compliance to all Safety, Health, Security, Fire & Emergency Preparedness within the business and direct and facilitate the certification requirements in respect of ISO certification (OHSAS 18001 and ISO 45001) and to continuously improve on the mill’s risk profile in respect of all of the above.

As aRisk Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Prepare and control the risk department business plan covering personnel, assets, installations, equipment, vehicles, insurance premium capex, and major contracts
• Set key performance indicators (KPIs) for team members, conducting regular performance reviews, and providing feedback to ensure continuous improvement
• Identify training needs and foster the professional development of team members. This might include mentorship, supporting certifications, or ensuring ongoing education in relevant areas such as risk assessment, compliance, or financial analysis
• Create a positive work environment and foster a culture that values open communication, risk awareness, and ethical behavior
• Management Representative for ISO 45001 and maintain the integrated management system (IMS) and review frequently Mill compliance and continuous improvement
• Ensure and advise on compliance with statutory requirements in the risk management field through the monitoring of legislative changes, consultation with legal experts, external legal compliance audits, corrective action plans, and internal audits
• Prepare and distribute relevant reports reflecting the Mill’s risk management status on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
• Recommend risk control strategies to minimise risk exposure and monitor the effectiveness of the risk management process
• Directs the Risk Specialist (Security and Emergency Preparedness) in terms of the mill’s emergency preparedness and response plans in terms of the minimum standards expected for the protection of company assets
• Ensure that suitable simulations/drills are held to test the emergency plans and prepare the emergency coordination teams
• Create and promote a culture where employees at all levels understand their role in maintaining safety and risk mitigation
• Initiate and oversee safety behavior programs that encourage all employees to take personal responsibility for safety
• Lead programs that recognize and reward individuals or teams for exemplary safety practices, thereby reinforcing positive behaviors within the safety culture
• Lead the organization’s crisis management efforts by ensuring that emergency plans are in place, employees are trained, and that there is a coordinated response to incidents such as natural disasters, health emergencies, or security breaches
• Liaise with insurance brokers, surveyors, assessors, mill personnel, company legal advisers, and legal counsel on all insurance matters when needed
• Ensure that corrective and preventive action is taken for non-conformances through correct channeling to the responsible people
• Ensure that legal requirements are complied with in all respects that the required registers are maintained and that the necessary documentation and investigations are forwarded to the Department of Labour
• Set annual targets, objectives, and action plans for the mill and risk department to achieve continuous improvement and to meet certification requirements
• Direct a communication strategy to generate awareness and knowledge of safety requirements with the employee and contractor employee workforce
• Directs the mill towards improvements required to reduce occupational hygiene exposures and to meet legal requirements

What are we looking for?

• B degree in at least one of the SHE disciplines
• 5 - 8 Years post-graduation experience within the SHE field of which 2 years should be in a Managerial field
• In-depth knowledge of health and safety-related legislation and licensing processes
• Strong computer literacy (MS Office Suite)

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to work within a global organisation that continues to thrive in a rapidly changing world even after 80 years of existence
• Learning and development programmes to fast-track your career within Sappi
• Opportunities to travel (dependent on the role)
• Market-leading leave benefits
• Employee wellbeing benefits

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Job Category:

Credit Analysis and Risk Management

Contract:

Permanent

Remuneration:

Market Related

EE Position:

No

About Our Company

City Logistics understands supply chains and the importance of adding maximum value, providing cost-effective solutions and high service levels. Our extensive network across Southern Africa has been developed over 30 years, offering exclusive supply chain solutions tailored to client and fleet requirements. This involves a dedicated pool of vehicles and staff customized to operational needs, leveraging our procurement, maintenance, and risk management capabilities. We are passionate about retail and service excellence. Let us be part of your solution.

Introduction

The purpose of this role is to manage and control all aspects of Risk and Security within the designated branches.

• Maintain and manage a governance framework and investigation strategy.
• Manage all security-related matters and incidents, ensuring compliance.
• Assess risks and threats continuously, establishing early warning systems for geographical and human threats.
• Respond promptly to client requests requiring investigation.
• Conduct investigations with attention to detail.
• Ensure compliance with legislative acts and security standards.
• Support and advise branches on security processes.
• Ensure security staff are well-trained, with signed SOPs acknowledged by all officers. Hold regular meetings with security providers and keep minutes.
• Manage security on-site.
• Maintain positive relationships between Operations and Risk departments.
• Manage losses, claims, and shortages collaboratively to mitigate risks.
• Develop cost-effective strategies and innovations to manage risks.
• Respond to emergencies during and after hours.
• Manage CCTV systems and controllers.
• Conduct weekly audits of routes, branches, and vehicles.
• Build and maintain an extensive intelligence network.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric certification.
• A Diploma or Degree in Security or Risk Management is advantageous.
• Registration with PSIRA Grade A.
• SAPS experience is required.
• At least 5 years of managerial experience.
• Excellent computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Experience with disciplinary hearings, industrial relations, truth verification systems, vehicle tracking, vehicle and site auditing, control room management, CCTV systems, investigation and report writing (preferably SAPS detective experience), and root-cause analysis.

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