Job Description

The Director: Risk Advisory Services is a strategic, forward-thinking leader who thrives at the intersection of risk, governance, and opportunity. In this role, you'll shape and drive the Risk Advisory strategy, lead high-impact initiatives, and build trusted relationships with senior clients while overseeing the delivery of top-tier risk management and internal audit solutions. You'll bring deep technical expertise, sharp commercial insight, and a passion for excellence to grow the portfolio, spot emerging risks before they become problems, and turn complexity into clear, actionable value for clients. As a leader, you'll inspire high-performing teams, champion quality and innovation, and play a key role in steering the business toward sustainable growth--all while making risk advisory smarter, bolder, and more impactful.
JOB DESCRIPTION INFORMATION:
Job Title: Director: Risk Advisory Services
Employment Type: Permanent
Work Model: Onsite
JOB CONTEXT:
Ready to lead where strategy meets impact? As Director: Risk Advisory Services, you'll take the helm of high-impact initiatives, build trusted relationships with senior clients, and deliver smart, high-quality risk management and internal audit solutions that really move the needle. This role is perfect for a visionary leader with deep technical expertise and sharp business savvy--someone who loves turning risk into opportunity, inspiring teams, and driving growth while raising the bar for operational excellence.
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute strategies to expand the Risk Advisory Services practice in alignment with firm objectives.
• Client Advisory: Serve as a trusted advisor on governance, risk management, compliance, and internal audit matters.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure adherence to risk frameworks, methodologies, and regulatory standards while managing budgets and timelines.
• Team Development: Mentor and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.
• Business Development: Identify new market opportunities and lead initiatives to grow client portfolios

Qualifications And Skills Requirements:

• Minimum 12 years in risk advisory/internal audit, with at least 5/ 6 years in a leadership role (Senior Manager)
• Industry exposure - Strong experience in Mining and Telecommunications.
• Revenue growth and profitability of the Risk Advisory Services portfolio.
• Client satisfaction and retention metrics.
• Successful delivery of engagements within scope, time, and budget.
• Development and retention of key talent in the team.
• Minimum qualifications of Honors degree in internal audit, accounting or finance.
• Full professional qualification (CIA, or equivalent).
• CISA added advantage.

Behavioral and Core Competencies.

• Strong knowledge of risk frameworks and regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to manage complex engagements and client portfolios.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strategic thinking and business development acumen.
• Integrity and Ethical Judgment.
• Critical Thinking and Sound Judgment.
• Emotional Intelligence.
• Resilience and Stress Tolerance.
• Influencing and Negotiation Skills.
• Collaboration and Relationship Building.
• Leadership and Team Empowerment.
• Strategic Orientation.
• Commercial Awareness.
• Communication Excellence.
• Adaptability and Agility.
• Attention to Detail.
• Confidentiality and Discretion.
• Accountability and Ownership.

Package & Remuneration:

• Will be agreed based on qualifications, experience and skills.

For more information please contact:
Yusuf Jardien

Skills Required