Job Description

Apply Risk Management processes within the area of responsibility

Are you someone who can:

Communicate the Businesses Operational Risk Strategy to deployed Risk Management functionsTrack and report on progress towards achieving the Business Operational Risk Strategy at defined intervalsIdentify the inter-relationships between different risk types and proactively identify and anticipate risks (including emerging risks)Work with relevant IT, legal, regulatory, business resilience, and fraud specialists to ensure comprehensive identification of all key operational risksAssist business to identify risks inherent to key business processes, new products, business projects and key outsourced/insourced arrangements and critical third party service providersAdopt a combined assurance approach to risk assessment by engaging with management, specialist risk areas and audit in assessing risks and ensure comprehensive risk assessments are conductedConsider all key risks in preparing the operational risk profile report in a format that is acceptable to senior management and Group risk governance committeesEnsure appropriate governance structures are in place as well as develop and communicate timelines (taking into account Segment and Group timelines), for submission of relevant op risk reports to risk committee structuresPrepare clear and concise operational risk profile reports with focus on key risks, mitigating actions, ops risk themes and trends and emerging risksDevelop and maintain operational risk control monitoring plan – with focus on monitoring key controls based on key risks, identified operational risk themesProvide input into FirstRand operational risk frameworks and policies as well as implement and adapt FirstRand operational risk frameworks and policies for the business in a practical and effective wayFacilitate the establishment of operational risk appetite and measure operational risk profile against operational risk appetite setting on a regular basis and report on the operational risk profile accordinglyEnsure risk coverage and involvement in business strategic discussions, new product development, system changes, key business projects to ensure proactive risk identification and mitigationAdvise on risk mitigation solutions and proactively engage with management on key risks mattersDevelop tactical strategy and delivery plans in support of functional strategic objectives in partnership with leadershipDemonstrate leadership behaviour through personal involvement, commitment and dedication in support of organisational valuesParticipate in planned activities that are appropriate for own and employee development

You will be an ideal candidate if you:

5 to 8 years risk management experience Appropriate undergraduate degree (e.g. B.Com / Law ) or Postgraduate or CertificationConceptual and Big Picture ThinkingJudgement and Decision-MakingEthical JudgementLeadershipPeople ManagementStrategic Thinking

You will have access to:

Challenging WorkOpportunities to network and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organisationEngage with subject matter experts to enhance and develop your skill setOpportunities to innovate and use data analytics

We can be a match if you are: 

Curious & courageous - you're driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and you're brave enough toObsessed with mastery - you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now!

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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.

15/04/25

All 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.