FS Quality & Risk Management (FSQRM) Manager

Role Overview

As a Manager in the FSQRM team, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding audit quality and managing risk across the Financial Services (FS) sector. You will support assurance teams by providing technical guidance, managing regulatory compliance, and driving quality initiatives across banking, insurance, and asset management portfolios. This role requires a deep understanding of audit methodology, regulatory frameworks, and the ability to collaborate across geographies and service lines.

Technical Responsibilities

• Provide real-time support to FS audit teams on technical queries related to audit methodology, auditor reporting, regulations, NOCLAR, and reportable irregularities.
• Act as a Subject Matter Resource (SMR) in the consultation process for Financial Services, ensuring submissions are complete, well-researched, and aligned with audit technical standards.
• Lead and contribute to FSQRM projects such as pre-issuance reviews, root cause analysis (RCA), quality monitoring initiatives and other FS related projects.
• Develop and maintain FSQRM tools, templates, and guidance documents, including auditor appointments and standardized work programs.
• Leading strategic initiatives across regulatory reporting, audit methodology, and risk management—such as standardizing specific purpose reporting—to ensure quality and compliance in financial services.
• Support the FSQRM SharePoint platform and contribute to knowledge dissemination across the FS community.
• Deliver training and awareness sessions on FSQRM topics, including KAMs, audit sampling, and FS regulatory updates and industry knowledge.
• Collaborate with regional FS representatives across Africa to ensure consistent quality and risk practices across the Financial Services Landscape.
• Form part of an audit engagement team to remain abreast of developments on the ground.

People Responsibilities

• Mentor and coach junior FSQRM team members and assurance staff on technical and risk matters.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, inclusion, and high performance within the FSQRM team.
• Represent FSQRM in internal forums and contribute to industry working groups (e.g., SAICA, IRBA) as appropriate.

Qualifications and Experience

• CA(SA) with 3–4 years post-articles experience in auditing, preferably within Financial Services. Insurance and Wealth and assets management experience would be advantageous.
• Prior experience in a technical or quality and risk role is advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of ISAs, IFRS, SAAPS, and the Auditing Profession Act.
• Demonstrated understanding of risk-based auditing and regulatory compliance.

Key Attributes

• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail – essential for interpreting complex audit standards and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across levels.
• Proactive, adaptable, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of audit quality and integrity.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholders and shifting priorities.
• Technically curious and intellectually rigorous, with a passion for continuous learning and staying current on evolving audit and regulatory standards 
• Strong project management and organizational skills, capable of managing multiple consultations, reviews, and enablement initiatives simultaneously 
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into practical guidance and enablement for audit teams 
• Resilient and composed under pressure, especially when supporting high-risk engagements or responding to regulatory inspections 
• Collaborative mindset, fostering strong relationships with audit teams, partners, and external stakeholders such as regulators and standard-setters 
• Digitally fluent, with the ability to leverage audit technologies and data analytics tools to enhance audit quality and efficiency 
• Mentorship and coaching orientation, supporting the development of junior staff and promoting a culture of quality and co
• Strategic thinker, able to align technical initiatives with broader firm priorities and regulatory expectations