Graduate Trainee – Risk Management

Unit:               Risk and Insurance
Ref No.:          LG/GT/01/2025
Location:        Nairobi, Kenya
Job Type:       Full-time
Reports To:   Manager – Risk Management

Job Summary

As a Risk Graduate Trainee, you will support our risk management operations by assisting in the identification, analysis, and mitigation of risks. This entry-level position is perfect for individuals who have an Engineering education background, detail-oriented, possess strong analytical skills, and are eager to develop professionally in a dynamic team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and implementation of risk assessment models and tools.
• Assisting clients with business and internal risk management and control framework, identifying shortcomings and areas for improvement, and making recommendations that add value to the risk management function.
• Conduct risk evaluations to understand risk exposures and make recommendations for mitigating risks.
• Analyse large sets of data to identify trends and potential risk areas.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
• Prepare reports and presentations that communicate risk analysis findings to senior management.
• Support and provide research insights on changing regulations in areas of risk management, governance, and regulatory obligations
• Plan, support and execute a risk management related projects with clients to deliver beneficial outcomes as their trusted risk and compliance partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering having graduated in 2024 or set to in 2025.
• Keen interest in insurance industry
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain complex structural engineering concepts.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work well in a team environment.