Country Risk Lead

2 weeks ago

Sandton, South Africa Absa Bank Limited Full time
Bring your possibility to life Define your career with us

  • With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.
Job Summary


To develop tactical strategy and delivery plans, formulate associated practice and to ensure operational implementation and adoption across a single practice i.t.o.

risk methodology, governance and delivery objectives

Job Description:

  • Lead the team in finalizing high quality research and analysis, covering political, macroeconomic and business trends and forecasts for the Africa and Emerging Markets region.
  • Develop and provide input for (country and sovereign) risk models (i.e. understanding sovereign PD models) as well as giving input in deal structuring to mitigate risks.
  • Conduct meetings with multilateral organizations, governments and key clients across African countries.
  • Prepare country and sovereign rating reports for Sub-Saharan African countries and other regions.
  • Conduct relevant country visits to hold risk related meeting with IMF, government agencies etc.
  • Undertake industry/sector analysis for the purpose of enhanced analysis of countries, regions and the sovereign.
  • Provide support to business in developing prudent strategies given the country risk profile.
  • Develop and maintain sovereign and country risk rating models.
  • Engage with Wholesale, Retail Credit and Treasury Stakeholders to ensure full understanding of their business strategies into Africa, building credible relationships both globally and locally.
  • Provide Management information on the performance of business to key stakeholders Group wide. Drive and participate in Wholesale Credit projects and initiatives outside of immediate areas of responsibility.
  • Build, lead and mentor an efficient team of country risk analysts.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degrees and Advanced Diplomas - Business, Commerce and Management Studies. 7+ years in experience in Economic Analysis, Reporting, Country Risk Monitoring, Country and Sovereign Risk Management. Previous experience in a financial institution, central bank, rating agencies or research entities will be an added advantageous. Digital familiarity, Experience in a similar environment at senior specialist level, Openness to change and Reasoning

Education

Bachelor's Degrees and Advanced Diplomas:
Business, Commerce and Management Studies (required)

  • Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised_

  • Country and Sovereign Risk Manager

    4 weeks ago

    Sandton, South Africa Absa Bank Limited Full time

    Bring your possibility to life! Define your career with us - With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.Job Summary To...

  • Country and Sovereign Risk Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Sandton, South Africa Absa Bank Limited Full time

    Bring your possibility to life Define your career with us With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.Job SummaryTo develop...

  • Analyst Liquidity Risk

    3 weeks ago

    Sandton, South Africa Absa Bank Limited Full time

    Bring your possibility to life! Define your career with us - With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.Job...

  • Risk Management

    4 weeks ago

    Sandton, South Africa SGS Full time

    **Company Description** We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected...

  • Market Risk Technology Team Lead

    2 weeks ago

    Sandton, South Africa Absa Bank Limited Full time

    Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together one story at a time. - With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.Job Summary The...

  • Group Risk Officer Enterprise Risk

    1 week ago

    Sandton, South Africa Absa Bank Limited Full time

    Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together one story at a time. - With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.Job Summary The...

  • Market Risk Technology Team Lead

    2 weeks ago

    Sandton, South Africa Absa Bank Limited Full time

    Empowering Africa's tomorrow, together one story at a time. With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.Job SummaryThe...

  • Country Sales Manager

    1 month ago

    Sandton, South Africa HR Genie Full time

    Job Title: Country Sales ManagerLocation: Johannesburg Metro, Johannesburg, Bryanston EastJob Type: Permanent, full-time positionPrimary Industry: IT and InternetSecondary Industry: Marketing, Advertising and PRSalary: ZAR100000 - ZAR1250000 per monthBenefits: Medical and ProvidentQualifications: Bachelor of Commerce in MarketingSkills: E-commerce,...

  • Senior Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Sandton, South Africa Absa Bank Limited Full time

    Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together one story at a time. - With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.Job...

  • Group Risk Officer Enterprise Risk

    2 weeks ago

    Sandton, South Africa Absa Bank Limited Full time

    Empowering Africa's tomorrow, together one story at a time. With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.Job SummaryThe Group...

  • Head of Models

    3 weeks ago

    Sandton, South Africa Absa Bank Limited Full time

    Bring your possibility to life! Define your career with us - With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.Job Summary **Job...

  • Analyst Liquidity Risk

    2 weeks ago

    Sandton, South Africa Absa Bank Limited Full time

    Bring your possibility to life Define your career with us With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.Job SummaryOversight...

  • Neighbouring Countries Manager

    1 week ago

    Sandton, South Africa Jelocorp Full time

    **Duties & Responsibilities**: - Responsible for the planning of the sales network to ensure the optimum geographic distribution of the Company's products across African regions. - Quality of research, plan and network strategy devised - Strategic vacant points filled - Adequacy of dealer succession plans. - Ensure the dealer network is able to support the...

  • Head: Risk Governance and Portfolio Management

    3 weeks ago

    Sandton, South Africa Kamo Placement Full time

    Gauteng, Sandton - Annually Cost To Company (Market related, Negotiable) - Formulation and Review of the Risk Appetite Framework, including adoption of best practice methodologies; - Management of rating and pricing models and methodologies, including IFRS 9 models to align with Basle principles - Leadership and management of risk policies, systems, and...

  • Neighbouring Countries Manager

    2 weeks ago

    Sandton, South Africa Jelocorp Full time

    Duties & Responsibilities: Responsible for the planning of the sales network to ensure the optimum geographic distribution of the Company's products across African regions. Quality of research, plan and network strategy devised Strategic vacant points filled Adequacy of dealer succession plans. Ensure the dealer network is able to support the Company's...

  • Market Risk Analyst

    3 weeks ago

    Sandton, South Africa Absa Bank Limited Full time

    Bring your possibility to life! Define your career with us - With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.Job Summary To...

  • Technology Lead

    2 weeks ago

    Sandton, South Africa Publicis Groupe Full time

    Job DescriptionTechnology Strategy:Developing and executing a comprehensive technology strategy aligned with business objectives for Publicis Groupe Africa.Identifying emerging technologies and trends to drive innovation and maintain a competitive edge in the African market.Working closely with executive leadership to prioritize technology investments and...

  • IT Specialist

    1 month ago

    Sandton, South Africa Raid Risk Management Full time

    Are you a tech-savvy individual with a passion for solving complex IT challenges? Do you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where your skills can make a significant impact? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! As an IT Specialist at Raid Risk Management, you will play a crucial role in maintaining and optimizing our company's technology...

  • Technology Lead

    1 month ago

    Sandton, South Africa Publicis Groupe Full time

    Job DescriptionTechnology Strategy:Develop and execute a comprehensive technology strategy aligned with business objectives for Publicis Groupe Africa.Identify emerging technologies and trends to drive innovation and maintain a competitive advantage in the African market.Collaborate with executive leadership to prioritize technology investments and...

  • Head Pan African Payments Risk and Governance

    3 weeks ago

    Sandton, South Africa Absa Bank Limited Full time

    Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together one story at a time. - With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.Job Summary The...