Managing Director (Isp Industry) - Roodepoort

Talent Evolution (Pty) Ltd; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm is seeking a Managing Director to spearhead its Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) strategy. This executive role requires expertise in telecoms, with a strong focus on driving market share and profitability in a challenging market. The ideal candidate will possess robust leadership skills, extensive industry experience, and a strategic mindset to lead transformation projects across diverse customer segments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in telecoms or ISP.
• At least 5 years in a senior management or executive role.
• Experience in highly regulated sectors required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) strategy.
• Focus on market share expansion and strategic initiatives.
• Ensure company success in a competitive environment.

Skills

Strategic acumen

Commercial acumen

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Communication

Innovation

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Commerce or related field

MBA or Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Role Overview

The Managing Director is responsible for leading and executing the Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) strategy, including growth and profitability targets within a competitive consumer internet environment.

The role focuses on expanding market share and overseeing strategic initiatives to ensure the company's success in the market.

Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Commerce, or a related field.
2. MBA or Master's degree in a relevant discipline (preferred).
3. Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience in a telecoms or ISP environment, including at least 5 years in a senior management or executive role.
4. Experience leading business units within highly regulated sectors.
5. Proven success in startup launches, business turnarounds, or market expansion.
6. Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and large-scale transformation projects.

Key Attributes

1. Expert-level strategic and commercial acumen.
2. Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
3. Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.
4. Ability to lead and scale operations across diverse markets and customer segments.
5. Proven innovation mindset and thought leadership.
6. High emotional intelligence and cross-cultural leadership capability.
7. Fluent in English; additional languages an advantage.
8. Deep knowledge of the consumer connectivity market in South Africa.
9. Resilient, adaptable, and results-driven.

Should you not receive a response within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.