Chief Executive Officer (Africa)

EMBED FINANCIAL GROUP HOLDINGS PTE. LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 255,000 - 383,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services group is seeking a visionary CEO to lead operations and strategy across Africa. The ideal candidate will bring proven experience in scaling businesses, navigating regulatory environments, and building partnerships. Key responsibilities include developing Africa's strategy, business development, and team leadership. Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and strong experience in insurance, banking, or fintech.

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a CEO, MD, or senior executive in related industries.
• Strong understanding of African market dynamics and regulatory frameworks.
• Demonstrated success in scaling businesses across multiple geographies.
• Experience in stakeholder management with boards and regulators.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the Group’s Africa strategy.
• Forge relationships with regulators, insurers, and partners.
• Oversee P&L across African markets.
• Build and mentor a diverse leadership team.
• Establish strong governance structures.

Skills

Visionary leadership with strategic agility

Strong commercial acumen and deal-making ability

Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills

Ability to lead diverse teams across borders

High resilience, adaptability, and execution focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA or equivalent advanced degree

Job description

Role Overview

The CEO (Africa) will lead the Group’s strategy, operations, and growth initiatives across the African continent. This role requires a visionary leader with proven ability to scale businesses, navigate diverse regulatory environments, and build strong partnerships across financial services, technology, and government sectors. The CEO will serve as the face of the Group in Africa, driving market expansion, operational excellence, and stakeholder value creation.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and execute the Group’s Africa strategy, aligned with global corporate objectives.
• Identify growth opportunities across insurance, fintech, and adjacent industries.
• Anticipate market trends and position the business as an industry leader.

Business Development & Partnerships

• Forge and strengthen relationships with regulators, insurers, distributors, banks, and ecosystem partners.
• Drive new business ventures, product innovation, and cross-border collaborations.
• Represent the company in key industry forums, conferences, and media.

Operational & Financial Performance

• Oversee P&L across African markets, ensuring sustainable growth and profitability.
• Implement operational excellence frameworks to improve efficiency and scalability.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and governance standards.

Team Leadership & Culture

• Build and mentor a high-performing, diverse leadership team across markets.
• Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, and innovation.
• Ensure alignment between regional teams and global headquarters.

Risk & Governance

• Establish strong governance structures to manage financial, regulatory, and operational risks.
• Uphold transparency and ethical standards across all business units.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven track record as a CEO, MD, or senior executive in insurance, banking, fintech, or related industries in Africa.
• Strong understanding of African market dynamics, including regulatory frameworks and cultural nuances.
• Demonstrated success in scaling businesses across multiple geographies.
• Experience in stakeholder management with boards, regulators, and multinational partners.
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Visionary leadership with strategic agility.
• Strong commercial acumen and deal-making ability.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to lead diverse teams across borders.
• High resilience, adaptability, and execution focus.