General Manager

JSE Limited; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization in Gauteng is seeking a candidate to lead Issuer Regulation efforts. The role includes overseeing compliance with listings requirements, managing a multi-disciplinary team, and establishing strong relationships with stakeholders. Candidates should have a CA(SA) or similar qualification and extensive experience in corporate finance and regulatory affairs.

Qualifications

• 10 years' management experience of multiple teams.
• At least 10 years in Issuer Regulation Corporate Finance at the JSE.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and execution of Issuer Regulation strategy.
• Oversee divisional and departmental budgets.
• Build and lead a multi-disciplinary team.
• Champion innovation to streamline regulatory processes.
• Establish trusted relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership skills

Risk management skills

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Agile principles familiarity

Education

CA(SA) or postgraduate qualification in Finance or Law

Certificate in management, CFA or MBA preferred

Job description

WHY JOIN THE JSE? The JSE recognises that its success and strength depend on the quality of its employees. We are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and high standards of performance. Our employee wellness programme is designed to encourage work-life balance for employees. We naturally seek to empower staff and encourage diversity and opportunities for all.

Introduction

The purpose of the role is to create, influence, monitor and apply the listing requirements and to lead teams that ensure compliance with the listings requirements by regulated entities, thus protecting and maintaining the credibility of the JSE as an investment destination so as to contribute to the achievement of the strategic priorities of the JSE.

Business and Financial Results Management

• Lead the development and execution of the Issuer Regulation strategy in alignment with the JSE’s broader objectives.
• Oversee divisional and departmental budgets, ensuring cost-effective delivery and financial discipline.
• Provide authoritative regulatory rulings, facilitate listings across equity, debt, and specialist securities, and ensure compliance with continuing obligations to uphold market integrity.

Leadership and team management

• Build and lead a high-performing, multi-disciplinary team
• Drive a culture of excellence through effective coaching, performance management, and succession planning.
• Ensure alignment with the JSE’s vision and strategy, while fostering collaboration, accountability, and continuous professional development.
• Manage and develop a multi-disciplinary team, including:

• 2 x Head: Corporate Finance (Equities)
• 1 x Head: Corporate Finance (Debt & Specialist Securities)
• 1 x Product Owner/Manager
• 13 indirect reports

Transformation and Innovation

• Continuously evolve the Listings Requirements to remain relevant and aligned with international best practices.
• Champion innovation and agile ways of working to streamline regulatory processes, enhance operational efficiency, and support the JSE’s role as a credible and responsive regulator.

Stakeholder Relationship Management

• Establish and maintain trusted relationships with key stakeholders including sponsors, issuers, regulators, legal advisors, and internal business units.
• Represent the JSE in industry forums and advisory committees, providing thought leadership and ensuring regulatory alignment with market needs.

Process management

• Ensure operational excellence through robust governance, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement.
• Lead the development and implementation of systems, policies, and frameworks that support consistent, fair, and timely regulatory decisions.
• Promote agility, resilience, and innovation across regulatory processes.
• CA(SA) or Post graduate qualification in Finance or law
• Certificate in management, CFA or MBA preferred but not essential
• 10 years management of multiple teams' experience
• At least 10 years working in Issuer Regulation Corporate Finance at the JSE

Knowledge and Skills required

• Strong leadership and risk management skills, with deep knowledge of regulatory legislation including the FMA, Companies Act, POPIA, CISCA, PFMA, and MFMA.
• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, budget oversight, people management, and succession planning.
• Familiarity with agile principles, business continuity, project management, and data privacy is essential.