Implementation Specialist | Sanlam

We are in search of an experienced Implementation Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate should have a robust background in finance, risk management, project management, and business analysis. As an Implementation Specialist, you will execute and oversee various projects related to financial products, risk management systems, and operational solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execution and Project Management: Lead the execution of projects concerning financial products, risk management systems, and operational solutions. Ensure timely delivery within budget while meeting stakeholder expectations.
• Business Operating Models: Implement and maintain business operating models aligned with organizational strategic objectives.
• Operational Solution Designs: Enhance business processes to optimize efficiency.
• Stakeholder Management: Engage stakeholders across all levels to gather requirements, provide project updates, and address concerns.
• Risk Management: Apply risk management methodologies to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct financial analysis to support decision-making and ensure project viability.
• Documentation: Prepare and maintain business cases and operating model documents for projects.
• Business Analysis: Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and revenue enhancement through business analysis. Translate business requirements into technical specifications and collaborate with cross-functional teams for implementation.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Qualification: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Investments, or related field.
• Advantageous Qualification: Professional certifications such as CFA, FRM, etc.

Experience and Knowledge:

• 10+ years proven experience in project management, business analysis, and implementation, preferably in the financial services industry.
• Experience with risk management systems.
• Knowledge of financial products, markets, and regulatory requirements.
• Previous experience in investment banking or life insurance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools and techniques.

Skills:

• Effective communicator, able to convey complex issues clearly.
• Strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficient in building relationships and influencing stakeholders to drive solutions.
• Proficient in problem-solving and business analysis.

Personal Attributes:

• Self-development: Able to contribute independently.
• Interpersonal savvy: Able to contribute independently.
• Nimble learning: Able to contribute independently.
• Tech-savvy: Able to contribute independently.
• Solutions-oriented.

Core Competencies:

• Cultivates Innovation: Able to contribute independently.
• Client Focus: Able to contribute independently.
• Drives Results: Able to contribute independently.
• Collaborates: Able to contribute independently.
• Flexible and Adaptable: Able to contribute independently.