Senior Risk Manager

Responsibilities:

1. Conduct thorough risk assessments for short-term business funding, factoring, receivables discounting, and project funding.
2. Analyze financial statements, credit reports, and other relevant data to identify potential risks.
3. Develop and implement risk assessment models and methodologies.
4. Develop and implement strategies to mitigate identified risks.
5. Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of risk mitigation strategies.
6. Advise senior management on risk-related issues and recommend appropriate actions.
7. Develop and update risk management policies and procedures.
8. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
9. Provide training and support to staff on risk management policies and procedures.
10. Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including the finance, legal, and operations teams, to manage risk.
11. Maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including banks, credit agencies, and other financial institutions.

1. Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Risk, Financial management, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
2. A Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CFA, FRM) is preferred.
3. Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in risk management, specifically in short-term business funding, factoring, receivables discounting, and project funding.
4. Experience in the Telecommunications, Credit Insurance or Banking or Financial industry will also be advantageous.
5. Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex financial data.
6. Excellent communication and presentation skills.
7. Proven ability to develop and implement effective risk mitigation strategies.
8. Strong leadership and project management skills.
9. Proficiency in risk management software and tools.

1. Email your comprehensive CV to exceedhr@exceed.co.za.
2. If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
3. We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
4. Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.