Risk Analyst

Who we are?
Sanlam Investments Group is one of South Africa’s largest investment management companies. We have a performance history spanning over 100 years, and offer a range of investment and financial planning solutions to protect and grow the long-term wealth of our clients.

**We take particular pride in**:

- Sanlam’s longevity and innovation
- People, teamwork and values
- A culture of diversity and commitment to growing our own timber
- Our robust, tested and proven pragmatic investment process and philosophy

Our local and offshore investment products cover the full investment spectrum: active and passive; single and multi-manager - both locally and internationally. Our active funds range are managed according to our pragmatic value investing style. Key responsibilities Ensuring all day-to-day tasks are completed within agreed timeframes and SLA’s Take responsibility for the daily upload, maintenance and monitoring of Risk data from risk providers. Be a backup point of contact for the Head of Investment Risk with the regulator pertaining to regulatory changes affecting risk management Liaison with industry bodies such as ASISA on technical matters were appropriate Liaise with both the local compliance and risk management teams for the escalation issues to the regulator where appropriate Monitor risk parameters and statistics to look at manager deviation from investment objections and changes in manager behavior. Providing recommendation and analysis to the Head of Investment Risk. Assist in the setup, maintenance and review of the overall Risk Framework. Conduct Research into different Risk ideas/topics of interest. Reporting and attendance at risk committees Minimum requirements A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics ( Analytical/Quantitative discipline such as Mathematics, Statistics, and Engineering or Sciences would be a strong advantage) Willingness to take responsibility for strategic initiatives and the ability to think analytically Strong communication skills, including the ability to be credible when presenting to the Investment Committee and other significant internal and external constituencies 2 - 3 years of investment risk management or related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience Preferred Qualifications Analytical/Quantitative Degree Professional Risk Manager certification (PRM or FRM), or working (or desire to work) towards these certifications. Skills and Experience Required Build a successful career with us
We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future - your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its four business clusters - Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Emerging Markets, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office - the group provides many opportunities for growth and development. Turnaround time
The Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensure a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.