Branch Manager

Standard Bank Group; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Standard Bank Group in Pietermaritzburg seeks an experienced leader to oversee IAM branch operations, people, processes and systems. You will manage broker consultants, drive recruitment, retention and performance, and ensure alignment with adviser execution and profitability targets.

The role demands a track record in insurance/financial services, strong leadership, and ability to develop a high-performance culture while delivering client-focused solutions.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of progressive experience within the insurance, financial services, or asset management sectors.
• 3-5 years at a management level overseeing teams or significant operations.
• Proven track record in sales and distribution management, with broker consultant recruitment, retention and development.

Responsibilities

• Lead IAM branch operations and resources (people, process, systems) to achieve sustainable profitability.
• Drive business growth through recruitment, retention and management of Broker Consultants.
• Ensure alignment of company objectives with adviser execution.

Skills

Broker recruitment

Sales & distribution

People management

Budget management

Financial targets

Team leadership

Client relationship

Education

First Degree in Business/Commerce/Finance

Job description

• Business Segment: Insurance & Asset Management

Company Description

Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

Job Description

To effectively lead and manage IAM branch operations and resources (people, process, systems) to achieve sustainable profitability and foster a client-focused, high-performance culture. Drive business growth through effective recruitment, retention, and comprehensive management of diverse Broker Consultants. Ensure alignment of company objectives with adviser execution.

Qualifications

Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Business Commerce, Finance and Accounting, Marketing
Experience Required
Sales
Sales & Distribution
1-2 years
Proven experience in managing operational budgets and achieving financial targets.
7-10 years of progressive experience within the insurance, financial services, or asset management sectors. This includes at least 3-5 years at a management level, overseeing teams or significant operational areas. Proven track record in sales and distribution management, with demonstrated experience in broker consultant recruitment, retention, and development.

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Challenging Ideas
• Checking Things
• Developing Expertise
• Directing People
• Empowering Individuals
• Making Decisions
• Producing Output
• Taking Action
• Team Working
• Upholding Standards
• Claims Knowledge and Management
• Client Acceptance & Review
• Compliance
• Customer Value and Insights Management
• Innovation Strategy and Portfolio Management
• Insurance Principles
• Insurance Products & Services
• Meeting Logistics
• Office Logistics
• Product Innovation Lifecycle Management
• Quality Management
• Workspace Management