Manager: Governance, Risk and Compliance

SUMMARY:
Own Controls. Shape the Risk Landscape. Lead Governance with Impact. When systems grow more complex, strong governance becomes a strategic advantage. If you understand how to translate governance frameworks into practical controls, and you thrive in environments where risk management and technology intersect, this opportunity will place you at the centre of organisational oversight.

POSITION INFO:
Our client, a large and well-established automotive group, based in Johannesburg East, is seeking an experienced IT Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) Manager to take ownership of the organisation’s IT governance and risk environment.

Operating within a fast-paced and evolving digital landscape, this role offers the opportunity to design, implement and continuously strengthen the organisation’s IT GRC framework while working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams.

If you enjoy building structured frameworks, strengthening control environments, and influencing governance maturity across a business, this role will allow you to make a measurable impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, implement and enhance the organisation’s IT Governance, Risk & Compliance framework
• Establish governance policies, standards and control processes aligned with business objectives
• Lead and manage IT audit engagements while ensuring control effectiveness
• Identify, assess and manage enterprise-wide IT risks and mitigation strategies
• Oversee third-party risk management and internal self-assessment processes
• Ensure compliance with key regulatory and governance frameworks, including GDPR, POPIA, COBIT, ITIL and NIST
• Coordinate audit cycles and drive corrective actions where control gaps are identified
• Maintain governance documentation, policies and reporting structures
• Report IT risk, cybersecurity posture and disaster recovery metrics to Executive Committees
• Conduct governance maturity assessments and drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and engage confidently with senior stakeholders

• MBA and/or relevant certifications, such as CISA or CRISC preferred
• 5–7 years’ experience within IT governance, risk management or compliance environments
• Strong knowledge of IT governance frameworks and regulatory compliance standards
• Demonstrated experience building and strengthening IT control environments
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

• Financial Directors
• Chief Financial Officers
• Financial Managers
• Financial & Senior Accountants
• Cost & Management Accountants
• Financial Controllers