Branch Manager - Junior

WatersEdge Solutions; Johannesburg; Hybrid; ZAR 884,956 - 1,592,920; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-related salary based on experience

Share of profits from the international business you build

Opportunity to travel internationally

Flexible future setup – relocate overseas or operate remotely

Direct access to executive leadership and mentorship

Fast-track career growth

Job summary

A dynamic global trade company in Johannesburg seeks a Junior Branch Manager to build and manage an international business. This role empowers you to drive revenue and expand your footprint while working under senior leadership. Ideal candidates are entrepreneurial with excellent communication skills and a professional qualification. This offers a hybrid role with competitive salary, profit-sharing, and international travel opportunities.

Qualifications

• Excellent command of the English language (spoken and written).
• Ability to operate independently and drive results under minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Identify and sign new business opportunities in the tech or medical logistics space.
• Build lasting relationships with global clients through video calls and in-person visits.
• Manage the growth and profitability of your own international business unit.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Entrepreneurial spirit

Education

Professional qualification or background in CA, LLB, Engineering, or MBA

Outstanding academic background

Job description

Overview

WatersEdge Solutions is recruiting a highly driven and entrepreneurial Junior Branch Manager to build and operate a USD-based business within a global market. This role offers a rare opportunity to grow your own international portfolio while working directly under senior leadership in a high-impact, commercial environment. You’ll be empowered to own client relationships, drive revenue, and eventually expand your business footprint in-market or remotely.

Location: Hybrid – South Africa (with international travel opportunities)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Global Trade | Compliance | Tech & MedTech Logistics

About the Role

This is a self-starter role for someone ready to build their own book of business from day one. Initially, you’ll engage prospective clients via remote meetings, establishing strong relationships with decision-makers in the tech or medical sectors. Once your pipeline is established, international travel will follow to deepen partnerships and drive long-term growth. You’ll operate under the guidance of executive leadership and collaborate with internal sales and operations teams. Over time, you\'ll have the opportunity to move abroad or continue operating from South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and sign new business opportunities in the tech or medical logistics space
• Build lasting relationships with global clients through video calls and in-person visits
• Act as a strategic advisor on international deployment of hardware or medical devices
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver seamless import and compliance solutions
• Manage the growth and profitability of your own international business unit
• Recruit and lead a small internal team as your client base scales
• Maintain high service standards and client satisfaction across engagements

What You’ll Bring

• Outstanding academic background (strong high school and university results)
• Professional qualification or background in CA, LLB, Engineering, or MBA
• Entrepreneurial spirit with strong commercial instincts
• Excellent command of the English language (spoken and written)
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to operate independently and drive results under minimal supervision

Nice to Have

• Previous experience in logistics, trade compliance, or supply chain
• Familiarity with US or European market dynamics
• Prior exposure to international business development

What’s On Offer

• Market-related salary based on experience
• Share of profits from the international business you build
• Opportunity to travel internationally and expand your business presence
• Flexible future setup – relocate overseas or operate remotely from South Africa
• Direct access to executive leadership and mentorship
• Fast-track career growth in a high-performance, global environment

Company Culture

WatersEdge Solutions partners with high-growth organisations that value entrepreneurial thinking, autonomy, and global impact. You’ll join a team that rewards initiative, strategic execution, and relationship-driven growth. If you’re ambitious, self-led, and ready to build something of your own within a trusted structure—this role offers unmatched upside.

If you have not been contacted within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Consulting and Information Technology

Industries

• IT Services and IT Consulting and Technology, Information and Media