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Eastern Cape, South Africa
Full Time
About the Organisation
Standard Bank is a leading African banking group focused on delivering exceptional personal and business banking solutions. With a presence in over 20 African countries, the bank is committed to driving inclusive economic growth through innovative financial products and services. Standard Bank values integrity, innovation, and accountability in creating meaningful value for customers and stakeholders.
Job Title
Manager, Risk Execution job at Standard Bank
Standard Bank
Job Description
This role involves the execution of comprehensive risk management activities including operational risk, compliance, and market conduct. The incumbent will implement frameworks that prevent and mitigate potential breaches or losses, ensuring a stable risk environment aligned with business goals. The role supports and embeds risk-related initiatives and contributes to improving the business’s overall risk profile. It also involves providing real-time risk reporting and insights to key stakeholders and managing risk during significant change initiatives. This position is critical to fostering a proactive risk culture and enhancing resilience across the value chain in the Personal and Private Banking segment.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Execute all risk-related activities, including business, regulatory, and market conduct requirements
Embed and monitor risk prevention and mitigation frameworks
Ensure compliance with internal and external regulations
Provide insight and reporting on the business unit’s risk profile
Identify, assess, and report potential risks and breaches
Support and implement change management processes during risk-related initiatives
Collaborate with teams to maintain a balance between risk control and client service excellence
Evaluate the effectiveness of current risk management practices
Guide and influence key stakeholders on risk mitigation strategies
Facilitate training and awareness to build a risk-conscious culture

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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Qualifications:
First Degree in Business Commerce or related field
Experience:
3–4 years’ experience in operational risk, compliance, and/or audits within Personal and Private Banking
Experience in change management and implementation of risk mitigation frameworks
Strong understanding of the Customer & High Net Worth (CHNW) business value chain
Proven ability to manage risk in large-scale initiatives
Behavioural Competencies:
Challenging Ideas
Checking Things
Conveying Self-Confidence
Convincing People
Directing People
Technical Competencies:
Economic Capital Management
Evaluating Risk Management Effectiveness
Financial Acumen
Risk Identification
Risk Reporting
How to Apply
ONLINE APPLICATION ONLY!
Interested candidates are advised that applications for this position must be submitted online. To apply, please click on the "Apply" button below.