IT Risk Officer at Old Mutual Pinelands

Join Old Mutual as an IT Risk Officer

Location: Pinelands | Work Type: Full-time | Remote Type: Hybrid
Posted: 5 Days Ago | Application Deadline: 16 October 2025, 23:59
Job Requisition ID: JR-72416

Let’s Write Africa’s Story Together!

At Old Mutual, we believe in the African opportunity and the strength of our diverse talent. We’re looking for an experienced IT Risk Officer to join our team and help drive risk management excellence across our business units.

About the Role

As an IT Risk Officer, you will assist business unit management in developing and implementing risk management strategies and policies that align with the Audit, Risk & Compliance Committee’s approved risk appetite. You will ensure robust risk processes are applied across the business, from assessment and identification to management, reporting, and optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management & Control: Develop and implement plans for critical aspects of financial management and control.
• Data Collection & Analysis: Provide authoritative recommendations with a significant business impact.
• Policies & Procedures Development: Draft policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with external regulations.
• Organizational Risk Management: Deliver contingency plans for key risk management processes.
• Risk Scenario Modeling: Analyze and quantify risks associated with products, applications, and market activities.
• Recommendations: Suggest improvements to policies, processes, and standards to enhance operational support.
• Insights & Reporting: Design reporting strategies, execute complex reports, and provide actionable insights.
• Document Preparation: Tailor communication materials for different target audiences.
• Operational Compliance: Monitor compliance with organizational policies and regulatory standards.
• Personal Capability Building: Serve as a subject matter expert, stay updated on industry regulations, and maintain professional accreditations.

Minimum Requirements

• Degree or honours, preferably with professional qualifications in legal, audit, or accounting.
• 6–8 years of relevant experience.

Skills & Competencies

• Business Insight
• Courage & Decision Quality
• Accountability & Financial Acumen
• Trust & Complexity Management
• Work Process Optimization

Why Old Mutual?

The appointment will align with Old Mutual South Africa’s Employment Equity Plan, reflecting our commitment to inclusion and excellence.

Take the next step in your career and apply today to help shape the future of risk management at Old Mutual.