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Robert Walters is a global, specialist professional recruitment consultancy. "Our story begins in 1985, when our CEO, Robert Walters, opened the first office in Central London. Rob has led the company ever since and has the same passion and commitment today. Over the last 30 years the busines… read mores has grown and so has our ambition. We now operate across 27 countries and employ over 3,000 people. It’s a powerful success story built on the strength of our people. Organizations rely on us to find high quality professionals for a range of specialist roles. Professionals who are looking for a new role, whether it’s on a permanent, interim or contract basis, trust us to find them their ideal job. I believe that Robert Walters is something special. But I and others in the company never forget that the most important person to us is you – whether you’re a hiring manager or a job seeker." Giles Daubeney, Deputy CEO, Robert Walters Green Park Corner, Green Park Corner Cnr West Road South and, Lower Rd, Johannesburg, 2196, South Africa
A leading player in the Alternative Investments space is seeking an experienced Risk Manager to join their team in Johannesburg.
As the Risk Manager within this processive and thriving business, your primary goal will be to work closely with various teams, developing and implementing strategies that mitigate financial and other relevant risks while safeguarding investors’ financial interests.
The ideal candidate for the Risk Manager role is a confident and self-motivated professional who excels both independently and in collaborative settings, consistently ensuring the successful achievement of targets.
Key qualifications and experience required for the Risk Manager:
Fully Qualified CA(SA)
CFA qualificationis highly advantageous
5-7 years of experience in risk management
NB!!Must have experience working within thealternative investments space
Experience in developing risk-related models specific to Alternative Investments
In-depth knowledge of investment risk, market dynamics and regulatory frameworks governing alternative assets
Strong proficiency in financial modelling, valuationsandanalysis
Systems knowledge:MS Office suite, particularly Excel, with advanced functions and macros
Key duties of the Risk Manager:
Identify, assess, and manage the risks associated with Alternative Investments.
Work closely with investment, compliance, and operations teams to develop risk mitigation strategies.
Conduct in-depth analysis of risks associated with different investment strategies and asset classes.
Perform scenario analysis and stress testing to identify potential vulnerabilities.
Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
Monitor risk exposures of alternative investments on an ongoing basis.
Provide recommendations for portfolio adjustments based on emerging risks.
Key personal skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of simplifying complex risk concepts for non-experts
High attention to detail and accuracy
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