Risk Analyst

Are you a seasoned financial services professional with proven experience in risk management, looking for a challenging role in Cape Town's financial hub?

Our client, a leading firm in the Financial Services industry, is seeking a meticulous and independent Risk Analyst to oversee risk management activities for their Distribution Wealth division. This is a mid-level role for a specialist who can drive independent analysis, enhance risk systems, and influence business strategy.

• Position: Risk Analyst

• Location: Tygervalley, Bellville (Cape Town)

• Work Style: Full-Time, On-Site

• Salary: Highly Competitive Market-Related CTC Package

• Closing Date: 10 November 2025

• Risk Management Oversight: Oversee all risk management activities for the Distribution Wealth division.

• Analysis & Assessment: Plan, execute, and manage accurate, independent risk analysis and assessments, covering both financial and operational risks

• System Enhancement: Evaluate, enhance, and automate analysis and reporting, and improve the risk management system

• Reporting & Feedback: Collate and draft appropriate risk reports and provide effective feedback to management.

• Compliance & Monitoring: Monitor risk tolerance levels , ensure operational incidents are documented , and assist in improving risk management culture and awareness (FAIS Act knowledge is advantageous)

• Leadership: Supervise or manage direct reports and build strong relationships with business stakeholders

• Qualification: Post-graduate degree or a relevant qualification (e.g., Degree in chartered accountant, actuary, data/math/stats, engineering).

• Experience: More than 4 years of experience (specifically 3 - 4 years of securities, investment, IT systems, and risk experience in the Financial Services industry) .

• Designations (Advantageous): Risk management / CFP / CFA designation

• Technical Skills (Advantageous): Programming abilities and specialist knowledge on regulatory matters (i.e., FAIS Act)

• Competencies: Strong problem solving, resilience, attention to detail, and communication skills.

If you are a proactive and qualified Risk Analyst ready to take on a senior role in Tygervalley, Cape Town:

• Send your comprehensive CV to the Hire Resolve team.

• Connect with Lidene Pienaar via LinkedIn today!

Contact: [email protected]
Website: www.hireresolve.co.za
Reference: RiskAnalyst_Tygervalley_2025

Note: Due to the high volume of applications, if you are not contacted within 2 weeks of your application, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.