(1845) Associate Risk Analyst - FMD

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas

• Manage regulatory requirements and compliance monitoring frameworks for investment products.
• Monitor adherence to investment guidelines, regulatory requirements, policies and internal controls, and escalate non‑compliance where require
• Assist in ensuring that FMD practices are aligned with international Anti-Money Laundering (AML)/ Combating the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) standards and comply with applicable local and international regulations.
• Assist in preparing accurate, reliable and insightful risk and compliance reports for management and relevant governance forums.
• Analyse risk trends, incidents and control effectiveness, and contribute to actionable risk insights and recommendations.
• Conduct research on regulatory developments, industry practices and emerging risks relevant to financial markets.
• Preparation of briefings and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist in the design and delivery of compliance and operational risk training and awareness programmes.

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of

• a postgraduate degree (NQF 8) in either Investment Management, Risk Management, Finance, Banking, Law or a related field;
• two to five years of experience in the financial services industry, especially within a Treasury environment.
• knowledge of financial instruments, risk frameworks and regulatory landscape for treasury or asset management environment.
• knowledge of the Bloomberg software.

The following would be an added advantage

• a Professional Risk Management (PRM), Financial Risk Manager (FRM) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) qualification.
• Completed STRATE and/or JSE compliance officer examinations.

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her competence and experience.