# Risk Analyst > Pavago · South Africa (Remote) · — · Posted 2026-05-08 **Workplace:** remote ## Description ### **Job Title: Risk Analyst / Risk Manager** **Position Type:** Full-Time, Remote **Working Hours:** U.S. client business hours (with flexibility for reporting cycles, audits, and incident response) ### **About the Role** Our client is seeking a Risk Analyst / Risk Manager to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate financial, operational, compliance, and enterprise risks across the organization. This role is responsible for developing quantitative risk models, evaluating internal controls, supporting regulatory compliance, and delivering actionable risk insights to leadership. The Risk Analyst / Risk Manager ensures the organization can operate confidently while minimizing exposure to financial loss, operational disruption, regulatory penalties, and reputational risk. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and capable of translating complex risk concepts into practical business recommendations. ### **Responsibilities** ### **Risk Identification & Assessment** • Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments covering operational, financial, compliance, market, and cyber risks • Maintain and update risk registers, control matrices, and remediation tracking logs • Identify emerging risks and prioritize mitigation efforts based on severity and business impact • Partner with business units to strengthen risk awareness and proactive risk management practices ### **Quantitative Modeling & Analysis** • Build and maintain risk models using Python, SQL, R, SAS, or Excel • Perform stress testing and scenario analysis for operational and financial exposures • Utilize methodologies such as VaR, Monte Carlo simulations, regression analysis, and sensitivity modeling • Analyze trends, anomalies, and risk indicators to support decision-making and forecasting ### **Compliance & Regulatory Reporting** • Monitor compliance with frameworks such as SOX, Basel III, Dodd-Frank, PCI-DSS, GDPR, HIPAA, or industry-specific regulations • Prepare quarterly and annual compliance and risk reports for auditors, regulators, and leadership teams • Support internal and external audits by providing accurate documentation and audit-ready evidence • Track remediation actions and ensure regulatory deadlines are met consistently ### **Controls, Monitoring & Governance** • Test and validate the effectiveness of internal controls and governance procedures • Monitor incidents, exceptions, and risk events within GRC platforms such as Archer, ServiceNow, or LogicManager • Collaborate with IT and security teams on cyber risk, vendor risk, and operational resilience initiatives • Support governance committees with risk tracking and reporting documentation ### **Reporting & Executive Communication** • Build dashboards and reports in Tableau, Power BI, Looker, or Excel to summarize exposures and trends • Present risk findings, trends, and recommendations to executives and cross-functional stakeholders • Maintain clear audit trails and documentation for governance and compliance reviews • Translate complex analytical findings into clear business language and actionable recommendations ### **Collaboration & Cross-Functional Support** • Work closely with finance, operations, legal, compliance, security, and leadership teams • Support business units in embedding controls and risk mitigation into daily operations • Assist with process improvements and risk management framework enhancements ### **What Makes You a Perfect Fit** • Analytical and highly detail-oriented with strong quantitative reasoning skills • Excellent communicator capable of simplifying complex risk concepts for non-technical stakeholders • Comfortable managing multiple risk categories and priorities simultaneously • Proactive mindset focused on identifying risks before they escalate into larger issues • Strong balance of technical analysis, compliance awareness, and business judgment ### **Required Experience & Skills** • 3+ years of experience in risk analysis, risk management, compliance, audit, or governance functions • Strong proficiency in SQL, Excel, and reporting/analysis workflows • Experience working with at least one GRC or governance platform (Archer, ServiceNow, LogicManager, or equivalent) • Understanding of enterprise risk management frameworks and regulatory compliance standards • Experience preparing reports, dashboards, and risk documentation for leadership or auditors ### **Preferred Experience & Skills** • Professional certifications such as FRM, CFA, CPA, CCEP, or similar • Experience with financial risk modeling methodologies (VaR, stress testing, Monte Carlo simulations) • Background in regulated industries such as finance, healthcare, SaaS, or enterprise technology • Familiarity with Tableau, Power BI, Looker, or advanced data visualization tools • Experience supporting board-level reporting and executive governance committees • Knowledge of cyber risk, vendor risk, or operational resilience programs ### **What Does a Typical Day Look Like?** A Risk Analyst / Risk Manager’s day revolves around identifying exposures, validating controls, and advising leadership on risk mitigation strategies. You will: • Review dashboards and reports for anomalies or emerging operational, financial, or compliance risks • Run models and stress tests to assess exposure and validate assumptions • Update risk registers, remediation logs, and incident tracking systems • Collaborate with business units to test controls and improve risk processes • Prepare reports and recommendations for leadership, compliance teams, or auditors • Track remediation progress and ensure accountability across departments In essence: you serve as the organization’s early-warning system, ensuring risks are identified, quantified, monitored, and mitigated before they create material impact. ### **Key Metrics for Success (KPIs)** • Timeliness and accuracy of risk and compliance reporting • Percentage of controls tested and validated on schedule • Early identification and mitigation of operational or compliance risks • Zero missed regulatory deadlines or audit failures • Quality and effectiveness of executive risk reporting • Positive feedback from leadership, auditors, and compliance stakeholders ### **Interview Process** • Initial Phone Screen • Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter • Practical Assessment (e.g., analyze sample risk data and prepare recommendations) • Client Interview with Risk / Compliance Leadership • Offer & Background Verification #RiskManagement #RiskAnalyst #Compliance #EnterpriseRisk #OperationalRisk #FinancialRisk #Governance #SQL #PowerBI #Tableau #GRC #Audit #RemoteJobs #RiskManager ## Apply [Apply at Pavago](https://apply.workable.com/pavago/j/ADDF2E622D/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)