RISK:
Perform operational risk controls and assessment in SA Entity
Perform a yearly risk mapping in SA
Perform quarterly update of KRIs split by each Risk category
Perform quarterly update of the risk register
Implement plans to prevent, eliminate and mitigate operational risks, namely in new projects
Coordinate with senior management in performing operational risk reviews.
Report operational risk issues/incidents and decisions to senior management on regular basis.
Assist in identifying and evaluating risk areas across the operational activities.
Investigate root causes of operational risks and provide support to mitigate risk and formalize Action Plans in Efront
Keep the records up-to-date in the Group central repository Risk system Efront
Develop strong relationship with key stakeholders and business partners by addressing issues/concerns in timely manner.
Maintain documentation for risk management and risk policies and procedures
Coordinate/oversight Business Continuity activities (regular update of Business Continuity Plan and yearly test)
Keep abreast of latest operational risk management techniques and industry best practices.
Help grow the risk awareness in the business units with a specific focus on cyber-risk and DORA
Assist and compile a yearly ORSA cycle for the regulator: Stress test scenarios proposal and calibration + ORSA Report preparation
Local Risks/survey reported to regulator
Monthly meeting with Manco staff
Discuss Risk matter quarterly at Risk Committees including Risk Co pack preparation
Certification in Risk management
Relevant Degree/Diploma preferably in Legal/Risk
Coface South Africa is the local arm of Coface, a global leader in trade credit risk management. The group serves around 100,000 clients across ~200 international markets and operates out of 58 countries with over 5,236 specialists globally.
In South Africa, the company is headquartered in Johannesburg, with approximately 40–47 employees and reported annual revenue of about USD 1.8 million.
Coface is deeply client-centric, focusing on protecting businesses from non-payment risk.
The South African team mirrors this global ethosprioritizing integrity, collaboration, client-focus, and expertise.
Employees speak of a professional and supportive environment, with a strong emphasis on learning and engagement across roles.
Originally posted on Himalayas