Junior Risk Analyst- VKB Group x1
Job Details
- Job Title: Junior Risk Analyst
- Employer: VKB Group
- Division: VKB Risk Management
- Department: Other
- Work Location: Reitz (Head Office)
- Employment Type: Permanent (not otherwise specified)
- Closing Date: 8 July 2026
- Posting Date: 1 July 2026
Job Purpose
Support the analysis and interpretation of financial and operational data within a risk management framework. Develop meaningful risk insights that support strategic and operational decision-making. Bridge the gap between financial performance, business operations, and enterprise risk management. Contribute to scenario analysis, enterprise risk reporting, and governance processes. Assist management in identifying, assessing, and managing strategic and operational risks.
Key Responsibilities
Risk Analysis and Insight Development
- Analyse operational and financial data to identify key risk drivers and emerging trends.
- Support the development of risk insights for management discussions.
- Translate business performance information into structured risk perspectives.
- Link financial and operational information to enterprise risk management considerations.
Scenario Analysis and Strategic Support
- Assist in developing scenario analyses covering:
- Market risks.
- Macroeconomic risks.
- Climate-related risks.
- Operational risks.
- Assess the potential impact of different scenarios on business performance and risk exposure.
- Contribute to forward-looking risk assessments and uncertainty analysis.
- Support strategic risk discussions and governance reporting.
Risk Management Support
- Assist with enterprise risk identification and assessment processes.
- Support the preparation of risk reports for:
- Executive Management.
- Risk Committee.
- Board of Directors.
- Consolidate enterprise-wide risk information.
- Support general Risk Management activities and initiatives.
Minimum Requirements
- Relevant qualification in one of the following fields:
- BCom Finance.
- BCom Economics.
- BCom Risk Management.
- CIMA (completed or currently in progress).
- Other related qualification.
- Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience.
- Strong interest in financial analysis and business performance.
- Basic understanding of risk management principles (advantageous).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel.
Required Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent numerical reasoning ability.
- Ability to analyse, interpret, and present financial and operational data.
- Ability to convert data into practical business and risk insights.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Structured and logical thinking.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Good presentation skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across Risk, Finance, and Business teams.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate should:
- Have a genuine interest in financial analysis, business performance, and enterprise risk management.
- Be eager to develop expertise in enterprise-wide risk management.
- Be comfortable working with uncertainty and forward-looking analysis.
- Be capable of linking financial data with strategic business risks.
- Demonstrate curiosity about business operations and the factors influencing organisational risk.
Exposure and Career Development
The successful candidate will gain exposure to:
- Enterprise-wide risk management practices.
- Strategic business and risk discussions.
- Scenario planning and forward-looking analysis.
- Board and Risk Committee reporting.
- Integration of financial analysis into enterprise risk management processes.
- Cross-functional collaboration with Finance, Risk, and Business teams.
Required Skills
- Financial analysis.
- Risk analysis.
- Business performance analysis.
- Data interpretation.
- Scenario modelling.
- Enterprise risk management.
- Strategic thinking.
- Microsoft Excel (advanced working knowledge preferred).
- Report writing.
- Communication and presentation skills.
- Collaboration and stakeholder engagement.
Working Environment
- Corporate risk management environment within a leading South African agribusiness.
- Close collaboration with Risk Management, Finance, and Business units.
- Opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making and organisational resilience.
- Fast-paced environment requiring analytical thinking and attention to detail.
Important Information
- VKB Group reserves the right to close the vacancy at its discretion.
- Personal information collected during the recruitment process will be used for recruitment and employment purposes only.
- VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer.
- Employment Equity and Transformation targets will be considered during the recruitment process.
- Applications from persons with disabilities are encouraged.
Application Guidelines
- Apply through the VKB Group Careers Portal.
- Use Google Chrome when accessing the application portal.
- Upload a clear CV in PDF or Microsoft Word format.
- Do not include handwritten notes on your CV.
- Upload only your CV in the “Upload CV” section; supporting documents (such as ID and driver’s licence) should be uploaded separately where requested.
- Profile picture (if required) must have a minimum resolution of 300 × 300 pixels.
Why Join VKB Risk Management?
- Gain exposure to enterprise-wide risk management and strategic decision-making.
- Develop expertise in scenario planning and risk analysis.
- Work closely with executive management, Risk Committees, and Board-level reporting processes.
- Build a career in one of South Africa’s leading agricultural and agribusiness organisations.
- Contribute to informed decision-making that supports sustainable business growth and resilience.