Risk Analyst

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFP016806/Ali

Date posted:

Friday, May 8, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Are you a Risk Analyst looking to deepen your exposure within a regulated environment where your insights directly influence decisionâmaking? This opportunity offers handsâon involvement in risk analysis, stakeholder engagement, and process improvement within a dynamic and growing organisation.
This established organisation operates within a regulated financial and healthcare environment, supporting individuals and organisations in managing risk and achieving longâterm sustainability. The business places a strong emphasis on governance, compliance, and proactive risk management to protect stakeholders and enhance operational resilience.

Why Work Here?:
Opportunity to partner closely with the business and directly influence risk outcomes.
Exposure to enterprise risk management, governance, and regulatory frameworks.
A collaborative environment that values analytical insight and continuous improvement.
A strong platform for longâterm career growth within risk management.

What’s in it for you?
Build a solid risk management career while contributing meaningfully to operational excellence and sound decisionâmaking.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities:

Partner with business stakeholders to analyse, monitor, and report risks in line with the approved risk plan.
Identify risk gaps and control weaknesses, collaborating with stakeholders to develop, monitor, and track remedial action plans.
Prepare and present risk reports highlighting key issues, trends, and areas requiring escalation.
Drive efficiencies through process improvement, automation, and innovative risk practices.
Maintain oversight of risk remediation actions and ensure delivery within agreed timelines.

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Education:
Degree in Risk Management or a related discipline.

Experience:

2–3 years’ experience within the financial services or insurance industry, with exposure to risk management.
Experience working with governance, regulatory, and compliance frameworks.
Exposure to stakeholder engagement and risk reporting.

Skills:

Strong analytical and quantitative skills.
Sound understanding of risk management principles, governance, and relevant legislation.
Working knowledge of finance and accounting principles.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

NonâNegotiables:
Ability to build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships.
Strong organisational, planning, and problemâsolving skills.

Apply now!
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I also specialise in recruiting in the following areas:
- Actuarial Modelling & Valuations
- Pricing, Reserving & Financial Reporting
- Predictive & Statistical Modelling
- Credit Risk Scorecards (PD / LGD / EAD)
- IFRSâ¯9 Modelling & Impairments
- Capital, Solvency & Enterprise Risk Management
- Asset–Liability Management (ALM)

If you have not received any response within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be retained on our database for any other suitable roles or positions.

For more information, contact:
Alicia de Jager
Specialist Recruitment Consultant

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