FinTech Strategy & Operations Manager (Hybrid)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

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Equity options

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Medical aid

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking an analytical and strategic Operations and Strategy Manager to join its fast-growing fintech team in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will drive operational efficiency, develop strategic initiatives, and support key business decisions with data-driven insights.

The role blends operational expertise with strategic planning, requiring collaboration across product, engineering, marketing, and sales to deliver actionable recommendations and fuel growth in a dynamic hybrid

Formación

• MBA or master's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 6 years in management consulting, strategy, operations, or analytical roles, preferably in tech or finance.
• Proven experience in developing and executing business strategies and operational improvement plans.
• Strong financial modeling, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent understanding of business operations and market dynamics.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
• Strong project management and cross-functional initiative experience.

Responsabilidades

• Analyze business operations to identify efficiency, scalability, and profitability improvements.
• Develop and implement strategic plans, roadmaps, and initiatives to support growth objectives.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and threats.
• Create financial models and forecasts to support decision-making and investment planning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align operational execution with strategic goals.
• Develop and track KPIs to measure the impact of initiatives and projects.
• Manage projects from conception to completion within budget and timelines.
• Prepare presentations and reports for senior management with actionable insights.
• Support fundraising activities with business cases and financial projections.
• Monitor competitive landscape and industry trends to inform strategic direction.

Conocimientos

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Project management

Educación

MBA or Master’s degree

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking an analytical and strategic Operations and Strategy Manager to join its fast-growing fintech team in Stellenbosch, Western Cape. You will drive operational efficiency, develop strategic initiatives, and support key business decisions with data-driven insights.

The role blends operational expertise with strategic planning, requiring collaboration across product, engineering, marketing, and sales to deliver actionable recommendations and fuel growth in a dynamic hybrid