Executive Strategy Partner to CEO

Old Mutual South Africa; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Mutual South Africa is seeking a Chief of Staff to partner with the L&S Cluster CEO, bridging strategy, governance and execution. The role orchestrates management of strategic initiatives, governance cycles, and executive communications across L&S and OML.

The ideal candidate brings strategic prowess and execution discipline, with credibility at senior leadership, strong judgement, and the ability to influence without formal authority while maintaining integrity and resilience in a

Qualifications

• Executive presence and credibility at senior leadership level.
• Ability to influence without formal authority.
• Sound judgement and strong organisational capability.
• High ethical standards and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Strategy Cycle & Execution: translate strategy into actionable plans and track delivery; coordinate the Exco strategy offsite and strategy briefs across business units.
• Finance & Reporting Cycle: coordinate annual business planning, performance reviews, results reporting, and investor engagement.
• Governance Cycle: coordinate Exco, Cluster Board, and CEO effectiveness, developing agendas and following through on priorities.
• Capital Cycle: partner with the L&S CFO to track Capital Strategy, Deal Forum outcomes, and M&A processes; prepare CEO input.
• CEO Office Operations & Materials: prepare CEO materials, review materials, and coordinate with the CEO's PA for smooth operations.
• Strategic Advisory, Partnership & Stakeholder Alignment: act as trusted advisor to the CEO and align executives and stakeholders.

Skills

Action Planning

Adaptive Thinking

Business Requirements Analysis

Change Management

Current State Assessment

Customer Value Management

Data Compilation

Executing Plans

Negotiation

Oral Communications

Presenting Solutions

Professional Presentation

Readiness Assessments

Strategic Planning

Education

Masters Degree (Commerce)

Job description

Old Mutual South Africa is seeking a Chief of Staff to partner with the L&S Cluster CEO, bridging strategy, governance and execution. The role orchestrates management of strategic initiatives, governance cycles, and executive communications across L&S and OML.

The ideal candidate brings strategic prowess and execution discipline, with credibility at senior leadership, strong judgement, and the ability to influence without formal authority while maintaining integrity and resilience in a