Risk Management Specialist

1 day ago


Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa DigiOutsource Full time R60 000 - R120 000 per year

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Who we are

We're part of Super Group, the NYSE-listed digital gaming company behind some of the world's leading Sports and iGaming brands.

At DigiOutsource, we bring passionate people and innovative tech together to create market-leading online gaming solutions. Our multidisciplinary teams are passionate about products, customer experience and security. We're empowered to achieve the ultimate in high-performance gaming experiences using the best technology available. 

Who we're looking for

We're on a thrilling journey of growth and innovation, and we need passionate, driven individuals to join us. At DigiOutsource, every day is action-packed, and we expect you to bring your A-game. In return, you'll find a supportive environment where your skills can flourish and your career can soar.

Ready to become a game-changer? Supercharge your career with us and be part of something extraordinary.

Why we need you

We're on a mission to create extraordinary experiences for our customers, and we believe that your unique skills, passion and superdrive will help us achieve our vision.

As a Risk Management Specialist, you'll be supporting and be responsible for assisting with the administration of the enterprise risk management system and associated responsibilities for us to stay ahead of the game.

What you'll be doing

As part of your role, your responsibilities will include:
 

Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) System Maintenance: 

The role oversees and maintains the ERM framework to effectively identify, assess, monitor and report risks across the organization. The Risk Management Specialist ensures that risk management processes are integrated into strategic planning and daily operations. Regular updates to risk management policies and procedures are conducted to reflect changes in the regulatory environment and industry's best practices. 

System Administration and User Support: 

They serve as the system administrator for the Risk Management System (RMS), ensuring the live system and training environment are consistently maintained. The Risk Management Specialist provides first-level support to users on the RMS (example, Riskonnect, Onetrust), troubleshooting system issues and managing user access and permissions. The role requires working with the RMS supplier to resolve technical problems, implement system enhancements and manage updates.  

To ensure that risks and incidents are reviewed according to the organisation's Risk Methodology and Framework, the system automation needs to be monitored. 

Training and Development: 

The Risk Management Specialist is responsible for designing and delivering risk-related training on the RMS to ensure all users are proficient in its use. This includes the development and maintenance of training materials ensuring that users are kept up to date with system enhancements. Providing basic governance and risk advice to all staff and managers, helping them understand the organisation's risk management policies and practices is a key part of the role, creating a risk-aware culture among employees. 
 

Data Quality: 

The Risk Management Specialist role involves regular review and analysis of information held on the RMS to ensure data accuracy and quality and collaborates with business units to improve the quality of risk and control data.   

Ensuring alignment with internal frameworks by analysing risk information and control data and ensuring reporting alignment across the different entities. Assisting the audit function in the administration and documentation of self-certifications. 

Reporting:
Prepare insight reports for the Board of Directors and Risk committee on a periodic basis, identify and present key risks, facilitate Risk-focused discussions. 
 

Regulatory Alerts and Compliance Support: 

Assisting in the distribution and tracking of regulatory alerts to ensure compliance across the organization. 

The Risk Management Specialist offers support to the wider compliance team in analysing risk control information to identify potential areas of concern, including managing documentation, electronic filing systems, and team procedures. 

Stakeholder Engagement:  

The Risk Management Specialist works closely with stakeholders to identify system enhancements and manage change requests. They manage stakeholders and users to meet deadlines and deliver on risk management objectives. 

Continuous Improvement: 

Continuously seek ways to improve administrative processes for risk management training, compliance tracking, and risk reporting. Support the organisation in developing and refining risk management processes in line with industry best practices. 
 

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. You may be required to complete other reasonable duties in order to achieve business objectives.

Essential skills you'll bring to the table

The necessary skills that we require for this role include:

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly and effectively
  • Experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams, with a focus on achieving shared goals
  • Expertise in managing multiple projects simultaneously, with a track record of delivering on time and within scope
  • Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring high standards of quality in all outputs
  • Ability to adapt quickly to changing environments and priorities, maintaining effectiveness in dynamic situations
  • BCom in Internal/ External Audit (preferred), Law or related fields or Certifications in Risk Management
  • 3 + years proven experience in a risk management or audit environment.
  • Qualification in Risk Management, Audit or related fields
  • Experience in enterprise risk management
  • Report writing experience and presentation skills intended for Senior Management and Boards
  • An understanding and working knowledge of prevailing governance, risk and assurance standards and public-sector rules
  • Understanding and Experience of ISO 31000 or COSO Frameworks
  • Experience of problem solving and ability to make decisions within a level of authority

Desirable skills you've got up your sleeve

It would be great if you also have some of the following skills:

  • In-depth knowledge of sports betting markets, including odds calculation, betting types and market trends
  • Previous experience in the online gaming or casino industry, with a strong understanding of player behaviour and industry regulations
  • Familiarity with gambling regulations and compliance requirements in various jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to legal standards
  • Experience in developing and executing customer retention strategies
  • Desirable would be experience in using ERM software
  • Post Graduate certification or Diploma in Risk Management
  • ISO 31000 Certification

Our values are non-negotiables

Our culture is underpinned by core values that are linked to key behavioural competencies. Along with the below behavioural competencies, these are essential for all employees in order for you to embed in and drive our culture forward.

These competencies are:

  • Adaptability
  • Ownership and accountability
  • Initiating action
  • Resilience
  • Team orientation
  • Integrity
  • Innovation

What you'll get back

We offer a great variety of personal and professional benefits to help you thrive at DigiOutsource and Super Group. This includes:

  • We're dedicated to your supergrowth. Our comprehensive learning and development programmes give you a range of resources and opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career.
  • Your hard work and achievements won't go unnoticed. Our innovative Performance Tool ensures you receive regular, constructive feedback, helping you to continuously improve and reach your full potential.
  • Our Employee Assistance programme offers a variety of benefits which you and your family can benefit from.
  • Free Daily Meals
  • Free Massages On-site
  • Free On-Site Gym
  • Group Life Cover
  • Funeral Fund Benefit
  • Financial Services Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Curro School Fees Benefit
  • Income Continuation Benefit
  • Leadership Training
  • Referral Bonus
  • Medical Aid Subsidy
  • Free Sleep Coaching
  • On-site Barista
  • Retirement Annuity Subsidy
  • Team builds

Be part of that Superclass feeling.

At Super Group, diversity is part of our DNA. With teams across 16 countries, 85 nationalities, and 19 languages, we take equal opportunities seriously, championing a supportive, inclusive and empowering environment wherever you are in the Group.

It's all about putting your experience first and ensuring honesty and fairness in all we do.
Here, your growth is supported and your contributions valued.

Game on

*Please note we will apply relevance to our Talent Management and Talent Development Programme as part of our recruitment process.

*Shortlisted candidates may need to complete an assessment.
 

This position requires trust and honesty it has access to customers financial details - therefore a credit and criminal record check will be conducted. The qualifications identified herein are an inherent job requirement; therefore, a qualification verification check will be done. By applying for this role, and supplying the necessary details, you hereby grant us permission to apply for these checks. This will be done in a confidential manner, and solely for the purposes of verification.

Should you not hear from us within 2 weeks, please deem your application as unsuccessful.

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