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Non-Financial Risk Headnew

Standard Bank Group · Bank

Job Description

To lead, manage and deliver an integrated and independent Risk Management Function in order to enable the Country to seize opportunities in pursuit of growth, by managing Non-Financial Risks in a manner that balances the interests of clients and other stakeholders, while protecting the safety and soundness of the Enterprise, ensuring the ethical standards are adhered to and maintained. To provide assurance on the control and risk status for the Country.

Qualifications

Type of Qualification: Master's degree
Field of Study: Any relevant field of study

Experience Required

  • 10+ years' experience in Risk Management, Operational Risk, Compliance, Internal Audit, or Enterprise Risk within financial services.
  • Proven experience leading Non-Financial Risk frameworks, governance, and control assurance.
  • Strong track record in risk oversight, regulatory engagement, and executive-level reporting.
  • Experience influencing Executive Committees, Board Committees, and senior stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated leadership in building high-performing teams and embedding a strong risk culture.

Preferred: Banking experience and exposure to enterprise-wide risk management in a complex, regulated environment.

Behavioural Competencies:

 

  • Challenging Ideas
  • Convincing People
  • Developing Expertise
  • Developing Strategies
  • Directing People
  • Embracing Change
  • Empowering Individuals
  • Exploring Possibilities
  • Making Decisions
  • Providing Insights
  • Upholding Standards
  • Valuing Individuals

Technical Competencies:

  • Evaluating Risk Management Effectiveness
  • Evaluation of Internal Controls
  • Financial Acumen
  • Legal Compliance
  • Promote Good Governance, Risk & Control
  • Quality Orientation

Additional Information

Our Values

  • We are deeply committed
  • We are boldly pioneering
  • We are trusted stewards
  • We are guided by empathy
  • We are unfailingly honourable
  • Mid-Senior Level

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