Area Banking Leader: Growth, Ops & People

Lesaka Technologies; Giyani; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Lesaka Technologies is seeking an Area Leader to coordinate sales activities, align national and area tactics, and deliver superior customer service across the designated region. The role requires strong leadership, market insight, and a commitment to compliant operations.

The successful candidate will grow teams, drive profitability, and translate customer feedback into service improvements, while managing risk and adhering to governance standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in a relevant field; minimum NQF 7.
• 5-8 years of retail banking experience including management responsibilities.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and service delivery across the Area in alignment with national plans.
• Coordinate campaigns, ensure market relevance, and optimize customer experiences.
• Oversee operations, risk, compliance, and financial performance for the Area.

Skills

Problem Solving

Results Orientation

Customer Focus

Business Acumen

Innovation Leadership

Collaboration

Influencing

People Leadership

Education

B Degree in Banking/ Risk / Commerce

Job description

Lesaka Technologies is seeking an Area Leader to coordinate sales activities, align national and area tactics, and deliver superior customer service across the designated region. The role requires strong leadership, market insight, and a commitment to compliant operations.

The successful candidate will grow teams, drive profitability, and translate customer feedback into service improvements, while managing risk and adhering to governance standards.