First National Bank (FNB) is one of the “big four” banks in South Africa and a division of the financial services conglomerate, FirstRand. It provides a full range of banking and financial services to individuals, businesses, and corporations. An acclaimed mobile banking app and online banking platforms that offer secure and convenient access to financial services, including Secure Chat for customer support.

You will be an ideal candidate if you possess the following:

• Proven experience in risk management (Audit, Risk Management or Compliance Management)
• Strong capability to analyse risk data, identify trends, and propose effective mitigation strategies.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment with evolving risks and priorities.
• Comfortable managing multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Comfortable using quantitative and qualitative methods for risk assessment, ideally within financial services, fintech or another regulated industry
• Understanding of privacy risk management principles and data protection regulations.
• Ability to integrate privacy considerations into operational risk frameworks.
• Solid understanding of risk management regulations, frameworks and corporate governance structure.
• Ability to anticipate emerging risks and align risk management strategies with organizational objectives.
• Skilled in translating complex risk scenarios into actionable plans.
• Strong ability to work with cross-functional teams, consolidate information and challenge the status quo / contribute to robust discussions and application of minds
• Exceptional reporting, communication and stakeholder collaboration and management skills.

What’s in it for you?

• Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision-making
• Opportunity to shape risk frameworks in a dynamic environment
• Career growth in a forward-thinking, innovation-driven organization
• Collaborative culture within hybrid work flexibility

Additional Requirements & Knowledge –

• Degree in Commerce, Law (LLB) or Risk Management are advantageous to the role
• Recognised professional qualification or certification in governance, risk management, compliance management and/or applicable certification will be advantageous to the role
• Regulatory reporting experience is essential