Managing Director | Cape Town

The Recruitment Council; Cape Town; On-site; USD 6 000 - 11 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dynamic Managing Director to steer the strategic direction of a prestigious international business. This pivotal role involves overseeing global investment structures, including the Bermuda branch, while driving business development and operational excellence. With a strong emphasis on building relationships and fostering growth, the ideal candidate will lead a senior management team, innovate technology adoption, and enhance client experiences. If you are a proactive leader with a robust background in international investments and a passion for excellence, this opportunity is tailored for you.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years in senior management with a focus on high-performance teams.
• Strong knowledge of international investments is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead business planning, budgeting, and resource allocation for multiple teams.
• Drive sales, profit, and business growth targets while managing key relationships.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Business Development

Communication

Negotiation

International Investments

Performance Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

MBA

Job description

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Managing Director to lead the strategic direction and overall operations of a prestigious international business. The MD will play a pivotal role in steering the company’s global investment structures, including managing the Bermuda branch and contributing to the growth of the broader business portfolio. This senior leadership position requires a strong focus on business development, operational excellence, and fostering key relationships across internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Develop and communicate the company’s vision and strategy.
2. Lead business planning, budgeting, and resource allocation for multiple teams, including client servicing, business solutions, and investment administration.
3. Manage outsourced third-party administration services and providers.
4. Oversee the Bermuda Branch and maintain key regulatory relationships, including with the Bermuda Monetary Authority.
5. Drive the achievement of sales, profit, and business growth targets.
6. Build and maintain internal and external stakeholder relationships to foster business growth.
7. Develop a media profile to position the business as a thought leader.
8. Lead a senior management team, ensuring alignment with the company’s vision, strategy, and performance goals.
9. Innovate and drive technology adoption to enhance client and intermediary experiences.
10. Play a key role in product development, risk management, compliance, and IT solutions.

Qualifications and Experience:

1. Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing, or a related field.
2. MBA is highly advantageous.
3. 5-10 years of experience in senior management, with a proven track record of driving high-performance teams.
4. Strong knowledge of international investments is essential.
5. Experience in strategic planning and execution to improve competitive advantage and profitability.
6. Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.

Key Competencies:

1. Leadership and people management.
2. Strategic and innovative thinking.
3. Effective networking and relationship-building.
4. Performance and results-driven mindset.
5. Ability to anticipate market trends and client needs.

Attributes:

1. Positive, proactive, and resilient.
2. High integrity, with a commitment to company values.
3. Ability to manage teams across different locations and work well under pressure.