Business Manager: CEO Office

Talent Tapestry; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Tapestry in Stellenbosch, South Africa, seeks an executive strategist to partner with the CEO on strategic initiatives and drive performance across a diversified enterprise.

You will coordinate high-impact projects, report to the CEO, and support decision-making with dashboards, board-ready reports, and market analysis in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• NQF Level 9 (Masters’ or equivalent) or NQF Level 8 with Master’s study.
• 6-8 years in strategy/financial environment (listed entities preferred).
• 5 years in Management consulting, Strategic finance or Engineering operations.
• 5 years’ experience with executive leadership and board members.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and participate in strategic initiatives by leading, executing and reporting results to the CEO.
• Flag and report on local and international strategic projects and their impact on the organisation.
• Create and update dashboards for KPI reviews with the leadership team.
• Lead enterprise-wide strategic projects and cross-functional business initiatives.
• Prepare executive-level reports, presentations, board papers, and key communications.
• Conduct market, industry, and competitor research to support strategic decision-making.
• Drive organisational effectiveness through project management, performance tracking and executive coordination.
• Collaborate with senior leaders, board members and key stakeholders across the business.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Financial acumen

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Project leadership

Education

NQF Level 9 (Masters’ or equivalent)

NQF Level 8 with Master’s study

Job description

Join a leading South African industrial business at the forefront of innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth.

This is a rare opportunity to work directly alongside a dynamic and highly influential CEO, partnering on strategic initiatives that shape the future of a complex, diversified enterprise. As an execution partner, you will play a pivotal role in driving business performance, coordinating high-impact projects, and supporting executive decision-making at the highest level.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate and participate in strategic initiatives by leading, executing and reporting results back to the CEO.
• Flag and report on specific local and international strategic projects and their impact on the organisation.
• Creates and updates dashboards for reviewing select key performance indicators in collaboration with the leadership team.
• Lead and monitor enterprise-wide strategic projects and cross-functional business initiatives.
• Prepare executive-level reports, presentations, board papers, and key communications.
• Conduct market, industry, and competitor research to support strategic decision-making.
• Drive organisational effectiveness through project management, performance tracking, and executive coordination.
• Collaborate with senior leaders, board members, and key stakeholders across the business.

Qualifications

• NQF Level 9 (Masters’ or equivalent). Alternatively, NQF Level 8 and studying towards Master’s
• Project Management certification is advantageous
• Executive Leadership Development or Senior Leadership Development programmes advantageous
• 6-8 years in a similar role within a strategy or financial environment (preferably listed entities)
• 5 years’ experience within Management consulting, Strategic finance or Engineering operations
• 5 years’ experience working with executive leadership and board members

We are looking for:

• A strategic thinker with strong business and financial acumen.
• Proven experience working with executive leadership in strategy, consulting, finance, operations, or a similar environment.
• Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and project leadership skills.
• The confidence, agility, and emotional intelligence to thrive in a fast-paced executive environment.

Why Join?

You will gain unparalleled exposure to executive leadership, complex business challenges, and strategic decision-making while helping shape the direction of a market-leading organisation. This role offers a unique platform for an ambitious professional looking to accelerate their career and make a visible impact.