Trading Regulatory Risk Specialist

Job Description

To ensure that internal and external reporting pertaining to market, counter party credit and other risk types is done in accordance with industry and prudential standards, considering business policies and risk frameworks.

To interpret and translate regulatory requirements into context, and ensure that the implementation of trading regulatory principles are applied to mitigate regulatory risk and ensure that all reportable metrics are monitored and within acceptable risk tolerance levels.

• Monitor trading book risk, ensuring adherence to risk limits and compliance standards
• Clearly provide insights on trading book risks to internal and external stakeholders through reports
• Develop and maintain policies that foster a culture of regulatory adherence and good governance within the business area
• Maintain function alignment with risk and compliance frameworks and operating standards
• Collaborate with enablement teams to develop and maintain a strong regulatory and governance framework within the relevant business area/environment
• Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Stay updated on market developments and regulatory changes

• Honours degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of trading book risk monitoring and reporting.
• Strong understanding of trading risks i.e. market risk, counter party credit risk and non-financial risks
• Excellent analytical, writing, and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to create clear reports and fit-for-purpose dashboards.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Opportunities to network and collaborate
• Challenging working
• Opportunities to innovate

• Curious & courageous - you're driven by always wanting to know more and learn more and you're brave enough to
• Obsessed with mastery - you know what it takes to become good at what you do and are constantly pushing yourself to do it
• Love putting our clients at the forefront of what you do

We look forward to engaging with you further. Apply now!

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below 19/02/26.

All appointments will be made in line with First Rand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.