Head Of Corporate

Ottobauthentic; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fuel and retail company in Johannesburg is seeking a Head of Corporate & Business Development to provide strategic and operational leadership. This role will oversee mergers and acquisitions, new project development, and market innovation, ensuring compliance and budget adherence. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree, possess extensive leadership experience in the oil and gas sector, and excel in strategic development and financial analysis. The position offers a pivotal role in guiding the company's growth and transformation.

Qualifications

• Minimum years of senior leadership in downstream oil & gas, fuel retail, or related consumer‑energy sectors.
• Demonstrated expertise in M&A deal execution and large‑scale capital project management.
• Exceptional strategic and financial acumen, including project evaluation and ROI analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership to drive business long-term growth.
• Ensure timely delivery of projects within budget and compliance.
• Lead integration of acquisitions into operations.

Skills

Strategic development

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

Market analysis

Change management

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance or related field

MBA or equivalent

Job description

Role Purpose

The Head of Corporate & Business Development provides strategic and operational leadership to drive the business long-term growth and transformation in the fuel and retail sector.

This role combines Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), corporate strategy, new project development, network upgrades / revamps, and market innovation, ensuring every initiative is delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with all regulations.

The position is central to deal execution, change management, and seamless integration of acquisitions into the operations.

The Head of Corporate & Business Development is a strategic growth architect and execution leader.

This role integrates corporate strategy, M&A, market analysis, capital project leadership, and change management to secure the company's leadership position in an evolving fuel and retail environment—all while ensuring financial discipline, compliance, and excellence in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) / sustainability performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Growth & Corporate Development
• Research, Market Analysis & Business Intelligence
• New Project Development & Capital Investments
• Acquisition Integration & Change Management
• Governance, Compliance & ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) / Sustainability

Leadership & Stakeholder Collaboration Key Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a related field (MBA or equivalent strongly preferred)
• Minimum years of senior leadership in downstream oil & gas, fuel retail, or related consumer‑energy sectors
• Demonstrated expertise in M&A deal execution, strategic development, and large‑scale capital project management
• Strong background in market analysis, risk management, and cross‑functional project delivery
• Exceptional strategic and financial acumen, including project evaluation and ROI analysis
• Skilled in budget control and cost management for complex capital projects
• Advanced abilities in change management, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement
• Excellent presentation and board communication skills
• Strong vendor and service-provider management skills to ensure timely, high‑quality execution

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Successful completion and integration of M&A transactions within budget and timeframes.
• Delivery of capital projects and network revamps on schedule and within approved budgets.
• Quality and timeliness of market research, strategic reports, and board presentations.
• Growth in network footprint, market share, and non-fuel revenue streams.
• Compliance with all legal, environmental, and ESG / sustainability requirements.
• Service providers consistently meeting deadlines and performance standards.