Risk Analyst at Hire Resolve

Job Description

• An established financial institution is seeking a highly competent Risk Analyst to join its team in a vibrant, major metropolitan area in Durban. Committed to maintaining a robust and forward-looking financial architecture, this bank specializes in delivering essential services and ensuring strong governance across its operations. We pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic, risk-aware culture where sharp, detail-oriented minds thrive on complex challenges, particularly within liquidity, capital, operational, and credit risk management. This is an exceptional 6-month fixed-term contract opportunity for a dedicated professional to apply their expertise within a prestigious, fast-paced environment, contributing directly to the design and implementation of the bank's core risk management framework.

Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation and maintenance of the Risk Management Framework, promoting a strong, risk-aware culture.
• Contribute to setting and executing the organization's risk appetite and tolerance standards.
• Identify, define, and monitor Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), and update the risk register with mitigation actions.
• Develop, enhance, and ensure compliance of risk management policies and procedures.
• Focus on managing and reporting on credit, capital, liquidity, and operational risks.
• Implement and maintain risk management tools and systems to improve risk identification and measurement.
• Conduct risk control assessments and assist with effective documentation.
• Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly risk progress reports for Executive and Board committees.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including RDARR principles and maintaining the ICAAP.
• Liaise with external auditors, consultants, and industry bodies, and collaborate internally on insurance needs and strategic planning alignment.

Requirements:

• Relevant Degree (e.g., B. Com or Risk Management equivalent).
• Newly qualified CA is advantageous.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in Auditing and/or Banking.
• Strong knowledge of Liquidity, Capital, Operational, and Credit risk management techniques.
• Familiarity with Best Practice Standards on Risk Management.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Power BI.
• Knowledge of Banking policies and procedures.