Associate Consultant: Risk and Retirement | Menlyn Maine at PSG Konsult Ltd

Job description:

• We are seeking a motivated and analytical Risk and Retirement Associate Consultant to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to build a career in risk management, retirement consulting, and employee benefits.
• As a Risk and Retirement Associate Consultant, you will work closely with experienced consultants to deliver innovative retirement, pension, and risk solutions to a diverse portfolio of clients.
• You will gain valuable exposure to employee benefits, financial analysis, client relationship management, and regulatory compliance within a dynamic consulting environment.

Responsibilities:

• Support consultants in delivering retirement, pension, and employee benefits consulting services.
• Analyse financial, retirement fund, and insurance data to develop client insights and recommendations.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other client deliverables.
• Assist in the implementation and review of retirement and risk management solutions.
• Participate in client meetings and coordinate follow-up actions.
• Liaise with insurers, retirement fund administrators, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor industry developments and legislative changes affecting retirement and employee benefits.
• Maintain accurate client records and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to benefit reviews, renewals, and benchmarking exercises

Minimum requirements:

• Matric/Grade 12 (B.Com degree advantageous)
• NQF5 Wealth Management Certificate (B.Com degree advantageous)
• Completed RE5 (Representative First level exam)
• 5 years relevant Financial Services experience in a similar role
• Proficient in both spoken and written English and at least one other of the official South African languages
• Own vehicle and drivers’ license

Competencies required:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent numerical and data analysis skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, with working knowledge of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and client relationship management skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective planning, organisation, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Closing date: 02-Aug-2026