Openings at FirstRand Corporate Centre

Role Purpose:

• To drive business change that delivers value through the structured implementation and delivery of projects against time, resource, money and scope constraints.

Are you someone who can:

• Give input to the development of the project budget
• Monitor project resources and spend against agreed budget
• Report on project spend throughout the project as agreed
• Build relationships that allow for the managing of expectations; the sharing of knowledge and diverse insights; and the creation of buy-in
• Engage in cross-functional relationships to obtain and to provide work support
• Compile and maintain relevant project documentation in accordance with agreed project procedures and methodologies to effectively support project delivery as well as comply with audit requirements
• Report on project progress at agreed intervals in accordance with agreed templates and formats
• Provide additional supporting reporting as identified and required, for example risk analysis and reports, etc
• Follow a predetermined project approach to progress through the relevant project phases, for example, initiation, analysis, design, build, etc.
• Drive and report on project milestones and deliverables
• Escalate any issues and risks identified for resolution
• Follow change control procedures and manage projects according to identified standards and identified operating practices
• Conduct a project close out and provide input into ongoing benefit realisation tracking
• Handover "after project" tasks and responsibilities as identified in the project plan, for example, production support, system performance management, etc.
• Develop and implement a change plan for the project
• Ensure that the most applicable communications are applied throughout the delivery of the project
• Ensure that adequate training is provided to the relevant stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of the change initiated
• Take full responsibility for performance management of all direct reports managing their performance in relation to quality standards and agreed benchmarks and objectives focusing on all aspects of sound people management
• Engage in recruitment development, performance management, remuneration and rewards, career path planning, on the job training, coaching, and mentoring
• Ensure appropriate levels of management and accountability
• Motivate, delegate, and empower appropriately, enabling direct reports to take responsibility and display appropriate creativity and initiative
• Work with the team to actively grow their skills and lead them in operational excellence.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum Qualification – Bachelor’s degree in legal, Risk, Compliance
• Relevant 3 year degree
• 3 - 6 years work experience in a Compliance role
• Financial Services experience preferred

We can be a match if you are:

• Ambitious and driven
• Have high-energy and is resilient to change and challenges
• Ability to be a strategic translator and drive operational excellence
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects/programs concurrently
• Excellent analytical, written, verbal, interpersonal, presentation and facilitation skills
• Strong planning, organisational and project management skills
• Collaborative and ethical- should be trusted to manage highly sensitive information
• Demonstrated ability to effectively partner cross-functionally with stakeholders at all levels
• Adaptability to changing workforce trends, including hybrid work models
• Agile mindset and responsible to quick delivery and turnaround
• Strives to continuously grow in technical and leadership ability

Deadline:14th July,2025

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Job Description

• Responsible for auditing of the governance, financial, business and operational processes at divisional and business unit level within the FirstRand Group

Are you someone who can:

• Obtain a good understanding of the control environment being audited (including information technology, internal financial control, and risk management related aspects), and the interdependencies linked to this.
• Plan audit assignments based on key process and business risks identified and design the audit program in line with risks and key controls to be tested. Demonstration of project management in line with audit plan budget.
• Incorporate data analytics (DA) to enhance audit planning and create efficiencies in audit fieldwork.
• Execute audit field work in compliance with quality standards by following and completing prepared work programs. Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management practices and internal controls.
• Provide clear and sufficient audit evidence to support recommendations and audit opinion.
• Effective communication with the audit team, audit management and key stakeholders.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal controls, including internal financial controls.
• Identify and clearly articulate the root cause of issues identified and impact thereof and recommend changes to business processes that will address the control weaknesses.
• Prepare a quality and balanced audit report to specified standards, encapsulating the control weaknesses identified and results of audit work performed, with minimal editorial changes.

You will be an ideal candidate if you have:

• Qualified CA(SA)/CIA/CISA or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.
• At least 3 years’ experience in internal or external audit preferred and experience in integrated reviews.
• Experience with data analytics/ CAATs is an advantage.
• Woking experience within the Insurance Industry or auditing clients within the industry is preferred.
• The understanding and knowledge of Insurance legislations or regulations will be an advantage.

You will have access to:

• Challenging work in a complex and exciting environment
• Opportunities to innovate and create efficiencies.

We can be a match if you are:

• Curious & courageous - you're driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and you're brave enough to
• Obsessed with mastery - you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it.
• Have a general understanding of different risk types.

Deadline:14th July,2025