Risk Manager

1 week ago


Johannesburg, South Africa Robert Walters Full time

Join to apply for the Risk Manager role at Robert Walters. Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. A leading player in the Alternative Investments space is seeking an experienced Risk Manager to join their team in Johannesburg. As the Risk Manager within this progressive and thriving business, your primary goal will be to work closely with various teams, developing and implementing strategies that mitigate financial and other relevant risks while safeguarding investors' financial interests. The ideal candidate for the Risk Manager role is a confident and self-motivated professional who excels both independently and in collaborative settings, consistently ensuring the successful achievement of targets. Key Qualifications And Experience Required Fully Qualified CA(SA) CFA qualification highly advantageous 5-7 years of experience in risk management Must have experience working within the alternative investments space Experience in developing risk-related models specific to Alternative Investments In-depth knowledge of investment risk, market dynamics, and regulatory frameworks governing alternative assets Strong proficiency in financial modelling, valuations, and analysis Systems knowledge: MS Office suite, particularly Excel, with advanced functions and macros Key Duties Identify, assess, and manage risks associated with Alternative Investments Work closely with investment, compliance, and operations teams to develop risk mitigation strategies Conduct in-depth analysis of risks associated with different investment strategies and asset classes Perform scenario analysis and stress testing to identify vulnerabilities Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards Monitor risk exposures of alternative investments on an ongoing basis Provide recommendations for portfolio adjustments based on emerging risks Key Personal Skills Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of simplifying complex risk concepts for non-experts High attention to detail and accuracy If you have experience in risk management within the alternative investments sector and are eager to join a thriving business and high-performing team, we invite you to contact us to explore this exciting opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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