Risk Monitoring and Governance Analyst (3 - Month Contract)
One of our clients, a leading sub-metering solutions provider and installation company, is currently recruiting for a Risk Monitoring and Governance Analyst to join their team based in Sandton, Gauteng.
The successful candidate will support the execution of the company's risk governance, monitoring, and control assurance activities. This role is ideal for a professional with 1 - 3 years of experience within risk management, governance, compliance, or internal auditing who is looking to grow within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Minimum Requirements:
1 - 3 years' experience within Risk Management, Internal Audit, Compliance, or Governance.
Exposure to internal controls and assurance processes.
Relevant Degree, Diploma, or Postgraduate Qualification in Risk Management, Internal Auditing, Accounting, Finance, Business Management, Governance, or Compliance.
Sound understanding of risk management principles and internal controls.
Strong Microsoft Excel and reporting skills.
Strong analytical and investigative capabilities.
Ability to review documentation and identify irregularities or exceptions.
Good interviewing and evidence-gathering abilities.
Strong report writing, communication, and documentation skills.
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
Ability to communicate professionally and challenge respectfully when required.
Comfortable working across multiple departments and stakeholders.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Execute annual and monthly risk monitoring plans.
Perform control testing and compliance reviews across business functions.
Review supporting documentation, evidence, and exception reports.
Conduct walkthroughs of operational and business processes.
Identify control weaknesses, process gaps, and emerging risks.
Document findings and assist in compiling management reports.
Monitor and track corrective actions through to closure.
Maintain risk registers, assurance trackers, and governance records.
Assist with policy reviews and governance reporting activities.
Support investigations relating to control failures, process breaches, or fraud-related matters.
Liaise with various departments to ensure risk and governance standards are maintained.