Icebolethu Group is currently in search of a Risk and Compliance Specialist within the Risk and Compliance Department, a Division of Icebolethu Group to be based at our Head Office in Durban. The successful incumbent will be required to develop, implement, and monitor risk management and compliance programs for Icebolethu Group of companies, with a specific focus on designing, implementing, and continuously improving the organisation’s Enterprise Risk Management framework.
• Identify potential risks across financial, operational, and regulatory sectors of the organisation.
• Support business units in designing, implementing, and executing risk mitigation strategies and action plans.
• Assess the adequacy and ongoing effectiveness of internal controls and risk management plans.
• Support the development, testing, and implementation of Business Continuity Plans (BCP) and Disaster Recovery Plans (DRP).
• Conduct detailed Business Impact Analyses (BIA) to ensure robust organisational resilience against disruptions.
• Evaluate compliance adherence, track Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), and report exposures to relevant stakeholders.
• Assist in the development, implementation, and regular review of risk management and compliance policies.
• Ensure all employees adhere to group policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Actively encourage a culture of risk awareness through regular training and internal educational initiatives.
• Streamline risk and compliance processes to maximize internal operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Monitor changes in laws and regulations to update compliance programs accordingly.Assist in minimizing risk exposures related to workplace injuries, illnesses, and Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) non-compliance.
• Prepare accurate risk and compliance reports for senior management while maintaining all formal documentation.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in Law, Risk Management, Finance, or a related field.
• Postgraduate Diploma in Risk/Compliance Management is highly advantageous.
Experience and Knowledge Required:
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in corporate risk and compliance roles.
• Experience in the insurance or funeral industry is preferred.
• Deep familiarity with governance frameworks such as King IV, ISO 31000, and ISO 22301.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Direct knowledge of Reporting dashboards or BI tools.
Attributes Required:
• Strong understanding of risk management principles and methodologies.
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant regulations and compliance frameworks.
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing capabilities.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team collaboration skills.
• High attention to detail with the ability to work independently.
ICEBOLETHU EMBRACES THE PRINCIPLES OF THE EMPLOYMENT EQUITY ACT
NB** We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture.
Application Submission and Closing Date:
(NB: Applications with no clarification for the position and location applying for will not be considered)
Please submit all CV’s to hr_recruitment@icebolethu.co.za Closing date for CV submissions is 12 June 2026.