Description : Risk Analyst/Jnr Risk Analyst (Conflict Checks) - Internal Client Services- QIRR. Company : Deloitte. Location : Midrand, Gauteng

Company Description

Deloitte is a leading global provider of audit and audit and assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax and related services. Our global network of member firms and related entities in more than 150 countries and territories (collectively, the “Deloitte organization”) serves four out of five Fortune Global 500® companies. Learn how Deloitte’s approximately 312,000 people make an impact that matters at www.deloitte.com

About the Division

It takes a high-powered network of internal support professionals to keep Deloitte going strong. The internal services function provides a wide variety of support services to our organisation and people.

Rewarding career opportunities are available in:

• Human resources
• Information technology
• Marketing and Communications
• Financial support services, and much more.

As with all the functions in Deloitte, a core set of competencies is associated with each internal service area. An overall understanding of value-added client service, the experience to work in multifunctional and cross-border teams, strong business acumen, and the instinct to think and act globally are essential for advancement within Internal Client Services.

What impact will you make?

Every day, your work will make an impact that matters, while you thrive in a dynamic culture of inclusion, collaboration and high performance. As the undisputed leader in professional services, Deloitte is where you’ll find unrivalled opportunities to succeed and realize your full potential.

Job Description

Main Purpose of Job
A support resource to team in delivery of standardised aspects of services to internal business especially on Potential Conflicts /Conflict Checks.

Differentiators for this specific role
Potential Conflicts/Conflict Checks

• Basic understanding of company corporate structures i.e. shareholding/subsidiaries.
• Good research and analytical skills.
• To ensure that all conflict checks are completed accurately and timely
• To ensure that all conflict checks meet the requirements in respect of layout and neatness and based on policy requirements.
• To ensure that all conflict checks have sufficient, relevant and reliable information to be able to conclude on them
• To ensure that all conflict checks are reviewed and validated before circulated
• To ensure tracking of all correspondence to cases
• Display an appropriate level of understanding and knowledge of the Deloitte Policy Manual 1430 (Potential Conflicts) and application of the Deloitte Policy Manual 1420 on Independence
• Display an appropriate level and knowledge of conflict checks for all business units/service lines and the different requirements for each
• Ability to deal with more complex cases with less assistance from superiors
• Regular communication with management when problem areas are identified, and keep management updated
• Communicate with team and management when uncertain
• Ability to communicate with Deloitte employees including partners/directors with less assistance from superiors.
• Assist with general tasks on conflict checks
• Assist with additional tasks that may be delegated in an efficient, appropriate and effective manner
• Accurate and timely performance of international conflict checks as required.

Other responsibilities

• Any other area relating to risk and independence processes as and when required

Key Performance Areas:
Strategic Impact

• Under close supervision and guidance, assists team to deliver services within defined strategic objectives
• Researches innovation and trends related to business as directed by line for use in enhancement of service offerings to clients

Client Impact: External / Internal

• Works collaboratively with own team and that of the client service line/area to deliver quality service in allocated tasks
• Starts to develop effective working relationships within client business to better understand their requirements

Operational Effectiveness

• Understands context of own delivery against timelines
• Assists team members as required
• Provides team with detailed reporting on status of deliverables on a daily basis
• Remains aware of risk in area of expertise in alignment with Deloitte policies and processes
• Checks work prior to submission for review and notes feedback for reference

Development/Growth of Team

• Cultivates ability to give effective development feedback both upwards and to peers
• Actively works to address identified development areas

Budgets / Profitability

• Effective use of time, equipment and resources

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: National Diploma
• Desired Qualifications: Degree: A commercial/business, compliance or risk qualification

Minimum Experience

• 2-3 years' experience within the function
• Basic understanding of risk and independence aspects affecting the audit environment.
• Knowledge of Company Structures
• Some knowledge of the regulatory bodies (IFAC/SEC/PCAOB etc.)
• Computer literacy- Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel and Word.

Additional Information

Technical Competencies:

• Basic technical knowledge in specific functional area
• Basic skills in analysis and report writing
• Experience in drafting of professional presentations and reports for review
• Proficient in MS Office suite
• Basic financial knowledge and understanding

Behavioural Competencies:

• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Desire to develop self
• Client delivery focus
• Adaptable
• Focus on quality and awareness of risk
• Problem solving ability
• Basic business acumen

Note: The list of tasks / duties and responsibilities contained in this document is not necessarily exhaustive. Deloitte may ask the employee to carry out additional duties or responsibilities, which may fall reasonably within the ambit of the role profile, depending on operational requirements.

At Deloitte, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work—in every country, in everything we do, every day. We aim to create a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect, including reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. We seek to create and leverage our diverse workforce to build an inclusive environment across the African continent.