Detailed description
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:
Support the ongoing development and implementation of formalised risk management processes.
Maintain, review and update the FMD compliance and internal control universe by identifying applicable regulatory requirements, internal policies and standards.
Prepare accurate, reliable and insightful risk and compliance reports for management and relevant governance forums.
Monitor adherence to investment guidelines, regulatory requirements, policies and internal controls, and escalate non compliance where required.
Assist in ensuring that FMD practices are aligned with international AML/CFT standards and comply with applicable local and international regulations.
Analyse risk trends, incidents and control effectiveness, and contribute to actionable risk insights and recommendations.
Conduct research on regulatory developments, industry practices and emerging risks relevant to financial markets.
Preparation of briefings and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
Assist in the design and delivery of compliance and operational risk training and awareness programmes within FMD.
Job requirements
To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:
a Postgraduate degree (NQF 8) in either Investment Management, Risk Management, Accounting, Finance, Banking or a related field;
two to five years relevant experience in risk and compliance management within a related discipline.
The following would be an added advantage:
a Professional Risk Management (PRM) or Financial Risk Manager (FRM) qualification.