Business Manager

The Hiring House; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency in South Africa is seeking a candidate with substantial experience in management consulting and corporate strategy. The role requires excellent strategic formulation and execution skills, specifically within the retirement fund industry, complemented by strong financial and analytical expertise. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and have 6-8 years of impactful experience, including the ability to guide strategic thinking and optimize business processes.

Skills

Insight into strategy formulation and execution

In-depth knowledge of the retirement fund industry

Commercial acumen

Excellent planning and organising skills

Strong financial and analytical skills

Ability to influence stakeholders

Report writing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Requirements

Technical Competency Requirements

• Insight into strategy formulation and strategy execution
• In-depth knowledge of the retirement fund industry and developments taking place within this industry
• Commercial acumen and general management capability
• Excellent planning and organising skills with the ability to deliver to plan and meet deadlines
• Excellent command of written/verbal business language and report writing skills
• Strong financial, data modelling, and analytical skills with evident commercial acumen
• Articulate, able to write reports, and influence stakeholders
• Provide informed perspectives on market, industry, and competitive dynamics
• Interpret research and translate insights into strategic implications and options
• Align strategic intent with execution frameworks and operating requirements
• Provide perspective on financial viability, cost structures, and value-for-money considerations

Required minimum Education/Training

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, or a related field

Required Experience

• 6-8 years' experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, transformation, or a similar high-impact environment.
• Proven experience in guiding strategic thinking across multiple horizons
• Proven ability to assess and recommend optimal business architecture, processes and organizational structures