About the position
Are you a strategic risk professional ready to influence decision-making at the highest level? A leading financial services institution is seeking an experienced Operational Risk Manager to drive and embed a robust Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework across the organisation. This is a high-impact role offering exposure to executive and board-level stakeholders, where your expertise will directly shape risk strategy and governance. The Opportunity In this role, you will: Lead the development and implementation of Enterprise and Operational Risk Management frameworks Drive risk practices across business units, ensuring alignment with strategy and regulatory requirements Oversee risk identification, assessment, and mitigation processes (RCSA, KRIs, incident management) Deliver insightful risk reporting to EXCO and Board committees Facilitate key governance structures, including risk committees and stakeholder forums Provide expert advisory to business units on emerging risks and control improvements Champion a strong risk culture across the organisation Requirements Degree in Risk Management, Finance, or related field 5-8 years' experience in enterprise and/or operational risk Background in risk, audit, or financial services environments Strong knowledge of: Enterprise Risk Frameworks Operational risk tools (RCSA, KRIs, risk registers) Regulatory environments (e.g. Basel frameworks, governance standards) Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills Why Join? Work at a strategic level, influencing key business decisions Exposure to executive and board-level reporting Be part of a forward-thinking, governance-driven environment Opportunity to shape and enhance enterprise-wide risk practices
Desired Skills:
- Compliance and Risk Management Principles
- PFMA
- IRMSA
Desired Work Experience:
- 5 to 10 years Banking
- 5 to 10 years Risk Management
Desired Qualification Level:
- Degree
About The Employer:
A well-established, purpose-driven financial institution with a long-standing legacy in South Africa is dedicated to supporting economic growth through specialised funding solutions. With a strong focus on development, sustainability, and transformation, the organisation plays a critical role in enabling businesses across key sectors to thrive.
Employees are offered the opportunity to work in a structured, governance-driven environment where they can contribute to high-impact initiatives while engaging with senior stakeholders and shaping strategic outcomes
