Latest Job Vacancies at RMB - Rand Merchant Bank

Job Description

To ensure project finances are appropriately managed, reported on and compliant for overall financial success of projects.

• To provide professional Project Accounting and governance support to the operations and project teams, may include detail cost analysis commitments, updating project schedules, completing reporting packs and performing administration function.
• Review all cost center reports and ensure usage of resources is in line with cost center finance allocations.
• Accurately prepare management accounts in conjunction with management accounting office to be presented at various committee meetings.
• Support budget holders in developing and monitoring plans.
• Assist with annual budget preparation.
• Assist with budget coordination, perform reasonable tests on information received from budget holders as well as management accounting office.
• Review and comment on budgeted profit and loss from management accounting office.
• Extract reports for management and perform statistical analysis to present statistical knowledge to stakeholders.
• Open and maintain projects on system.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of all project costing and commitments.
• Compile monthly project schedules and reports for the PRC.
• Attend monthly project review meeting with Project Head.
• Prepare monthly project cash flow forecast.
• Identify FX exposure on projects and report monthly.
• Post project analysis and review to determine if financial objectives are met.
• Accurately calculate and issue costs for various new projects timeously.
• Assist project manager with preparation of cost budgets and the reconciliation thereof.
• Continuous adherence to IFRS regulations, procedures, and standards.

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Job Description

Hello Future Executive Assistant/ Strategic Enablement Specialist,

• Welcome to RMB, the home of the #changeables. We design for the shapeshifters and deliver products and services that make us incredibly proud of people that make it happen.
• RMB is a place where exceptional people create their own opportunities by challenging the conventional and driving sustainable impact.
• United by our proud heritage, strong ethics and philosophy of Traditional values. Innovative ideas, it’s the magic of our people and culture that sets us apart.
• Now, is the time to imagine your next move with South Africa’s number one employer in Financial Services for 2023, where you can embrace the power of collective thinking to unlock unique opportunities for our clients and society.

Responsibilities:

Stakeholder relationship management:

• Initiate dialogue to build professional working relationships with all stakeholders, displaying excellent abilities to listen, advise, influence, negotiate and present at all levels
• Lead and facilitate difficult conflict situations into consensual agreements
• Integrate opinions and information provided by various sources to enable the Co-heads to make strategic decisions
• Adapt communication styles to meet the needs of different audiences
• Find opportunities to leverage relationships and promote knowledge sharing, ideas and insights

Identification, planning, co-ordination and/or execution of strategic projects / initiatives:

• Assist with the development and roll-out of strategy and business plans
• Prepare for and facilitate workshops to develop strategies
• Action items and key issues requiring resolution; monitor to ensure actions are completed by the right people at the right time
• Assist the business to address strategic problems and answer strategic questions
• Monitor and and assist in adjusting strategic frameworks as required
• Take responsibility for the end-to-end management of projects, setting out the scope of work with the relevant parties, developing a project plan, project-managing internal and external resources and driving the initiative to completion
• Providing decision support through data gathering, information analysing and presenting considerations to relevant stakeholders
• Liaise with internal and external advisors and stakeholders on strategic projects; stakeholders include the IBD Management Board, C&I EXCO, FirstRand Group management, Board and shareholders
• As required by specific projects, create governance structures and dashboard metrics to monitor progress against strategy and highlight initiatives / risks

Research, analysis and integration of proposed solutions:

• Conduct local and international research on investment banking developments e.g. competitor analysis, sector research, etc.
• Benchmark research against peers and global best practice
• Cut to the core of a vast volume of information and prioritize what is relevant to understanding specific issues and trends in the broader environment; know who to contact for specific information

Administrative:

• Work with the Co- heads of IBD’s PA and relevant BU PAs to schedule IBD Board and other Exco meetings
• Project managing Board/Exco meeting preparation and creation of Board/Exco meeting materials; capturing key output / next steps and tracking the completion of these
• Coordinating executive calendars
• Planning and executing IBD’s strategy sessions and offsites
•  Working with Social committee and PA’s to plan weekends away and social events for IBD
• Coordination of IBD’s contribution to the annual Conference including video / live performance and award nominations

Co-ordination / execution of relevant reports, presentations, speeches and other written material:

• Handle documentation that requires the attention of the Co-heads of IBD and prepare reports on various matters
• Drive idea generation for bi-annual feedback sessions along with preparation of all presentation material and award nominations for these sessions
• Write / co-ordinate strategy documents, presentation material, speeches, briefing documents, minutes of meetings, business emails, award submissions to various publications and other relevant documentation as required

Additional Requirements:

• Sound knowledge of the core business functions and how the functions interconnect
• Understanding of programme and project management principles
• Relevant industry knowledge
• Sound business and financial acumen
• Strong research skills
• Microsoft Office

Qualifications & Experience:

• Relevant post-graduate degree with 3 -5 years’ financial services, preferably banking experience.

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Job Description

To develop innovative, reusable, competitive solutions and contribute actively to a collaborative developer community

• To work closely with key business stakeholders to make recommendations on the use of new and emerging technologies, which provide the competitive advantage and a clear technical roadmap
• To maintain stability of all technical platforms
• Increase operational efficiency and suggest solutions to enhance cost effectiveness
• Deliver exceptional service that exceeds customer expectations through proactive, innovative, and appropriate solutions by resolving queries quickly and effectively
• Cultivate and manage objective working relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including end-users, SME’s, project managers and senior staff members by providing input to business requirements and being able to present and sell concepts to clients
• Product program specifications and implement system enhancements by addressing specific business needs and resolving queries
• Code, compile, test and implement applications in compliance with the software development life cycle (SDLC)
• Support development environments
• Engage in the development of coding standards and peer reviews
• Comply, understand, and implement all steps within IT development

Experience

• Experienced Java programmer
• Good understanding of microservices, preferably Java Spring Boot
• Basic understanding of microservices architecture
• Good understanding of RESTful web services
• Basic understanding of containers, preferably OpenShift, Docker, Kubernetes
• Good understanding of SQL and experience with relational databases, preferably Postgres, SQL Server
• Data modeling advantageous
• Angular experience

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Job Description

To support in the execution of financial transactions, engaging in parts of, or the full transaction management lifecycle, participate in client interactions, and adhere to regulatory compliance and defined policies and procedures. Real Estate/ Property experience

• To increase operational quality and turnaround time of transactions according to industry standards and internal policies.
• Prepare, review, and maintain transaction-related documents to ensure completeness and compliance with regulatory and legal standards, thereby minimising risk and ensuring accurate records.
• Engage in the due diligence process by compiling the necessary documentation and liaising with relevant advisors.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients, addressing inquiries, providing updates, and ensuring a high level of service throughout the transaction process to maintain client satisfaction and trust.
• Monitor and ensure all transactions adhere to internal policies and external regulatory requirements, including KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML (Anti-Money Laundering) standards, to prevent legal and financial penalties.
• Assist in the execution of transactions, coordinating closing logistics, finalising documentation, and ensuring all procedural requirements are met for successful transaction completion.
• Perform market research to gather intelligence on market conditions, competitive landscape, and emerging trends, aiding in the development of informed transaction operations.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and client service in transaction management, contributing to operational excellence.
• Track and report on transaction-related risks, collaborating with senior managers to develop and implement effective risk mitigation strategies.
• Foster strong relationships with clients by understanding their needs, providing tailored solutions, and ensuring high levels of satisfaction to drive repeat business.
• Collaborate with internal teams i.e., legal, compliance, credit, and operations to ensure cohesive and efficient transaction management.
• Engage in ongoing training and development activities to build expertise in transaction management.
• Build and sustain collaborative working relationships with relevant peers and stakeholders to achieve productivity synergies.
• Participate in specialist communities of practice and contribute positively to own and organisational knowledge improvement.

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Job Description

To ensure the business risk management framework is effectively applied to technology and information systems and to oversee business continuity, security and quality To plan, execute, and manage multi-faceted projects related to risk management, mitigation and response, compliance, control assurance, and user awareness To oversee security strategies, policies/standards, ensuring the effectiveness of solutions, and providing security-focused consultative services to the business

•  Manage expenditure planning and reporting within approved budget parameters
• Anticipate and meet the needs of clients and commit to continuous development and entrenchment of a customer service culture
• Establish mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders that support thought leadership, innovative and integrated practice solutions
• Provide subject matter expertise and thought leadership
• Management of risk including identification, analysis and evaluation of risks across the business and oversee implementation of appropriate control measures to modify the risk.
• Oversee the monitoring and reviewing of risk performance
• Recommend and ensure implementation of required changes to IT risk and security policies and procedures
• Provide tactical direction and consultation on IT risk and compliance, contribute to IT risk reports, and review and assess quality and accuracy of IT reports
• Provide guidance on IT continuity and disaster recovery design and implementation for business disaster recovery management programs
• Provide input into the development and maintenance of the risk framework (a single view of the business’ risk profiles and tolerance)
• Keep abreast of current threats and stay current with IT evolution
• Oversee the planning, execution, and management of multi-faceted projects related to compliance, control assurance, risk management, security and infrastructure
• Serve in an advisory role in application development and infrastructure projects to assess risks
• Monitor IT incident and response management
• Drive IT Risk awareness training programs
• Monitor implementation and effectiveness of security outputs
• Liaise with Audit (Internal and External)
• Contract reviews
• Collaborate with Operation Risk
• Assist with ensuring the accuracy of the IT Asset Register and CMDB
• Participate in planned activities that are appropriate for own and employee development
• Develop, encourage and nurture collaborative relationships within FNB and/or across the FRG
• Manage people by executing management responsibilities and create an environment that encourages employee growth and performance excellence
• Actively coach team through providing advice about subject matter, solutions, principles and processes, and personal progression with the aim to improve performance

Qualifications

• Bcom IT /BSc Comp Science/ BSc IT.
• Additional qualifications: CISA (Minimum), CRISC/CISM would be advantageous

Experience

• 4-5 years Risk experience (preferably IT Risk)

Industry 

• Preferable banking experience, understanding of trading applications will be advantageous.
• Ability to risk assess and manage risk associated elements of projects
• Engagement with stakeholders across technology business and audit