Operational Risk Analyst at Bidvest Bank

Primary Purpose

• To facilitate, implement, monitor and effect operational risk management throughout the organization

TECHNICAL REQUIRMENTS

• Sound understanding of risk, control / mitigation and related concepts
• Sound understating of operational risk framework, enterprise-wide risk framework
• Understanding of sound operational risk management practices
• Sound knowledge of Basel III operational risk
• Computer literate (intermediate level MS Office)
• Attention to detail
• Effective time management skills
• Communication skills – verbal and written
• Team player

Minimum Requirements
Qualifications

Minimum

• BCom degree (Majoring in Risk management / Auditing and / or Accounting)

Minimum Experience

• 3 years; experience in risk management
• 3 years’ experience in baking industry or similar (general understanding and awareness of functioning of key functions within banking organisation)
• Experience in auditing will be advantageous
• Risk management in banking industry

Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to:

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

• Assist in curbing the bank’s expense
• Keep stationery, telephone and other costs under control

CUSTOMER CENTRICITY

• Establish and maintain positive relationships with members of all departments / business units within the organization
• Establish and maintain a positive presence of the risk function in assigned departments and business units by fostering constructive professional relationships with relevant member of the management.

OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE

Risk assessments

• Independently conduct ongoing risk reviews at departmental and/or business unit level in line with the pre-determined coverage plan
• Facilitate risk assessments conducted by members of management of assigned departments and business units
• Recommend to management and facilitate implementation of practical and value-add mitigating strategies based on the results of risk reviews and assessments
• Conduct ad-hoc reviews on operational risk/loss events as requested by members of management.

Reporting

• Assist with the interpretation and analysis of operational loss data for regulatory reporting purposes (BA400, BA410, BA420)
• Managing and monitoring of user access on SAMEXWeb, and Trustlink Prod.