Managing Director (ISP Industry) - Roodepoort

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

Job summary

A leading company in the telecommunications sector is seeking a seasoned Managing Director to execute their FTTH strategy and drive market growth in South Africa. This role demands exceptional strategic and commercial acumen, strong leadership skills, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in business expansion and be effective in leading diverse teams across various markets.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in telecoms or ISP, 5 years in a senior management role.
• Experience in leading business units within regulated sectors.
• Proven success in startup launches or market expansion.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and executing the Fibre-to-the-Home (FTTH) strategy.
• Growing market share and achieving profitability targets.
• Leading cross-functional teams on large-scale transformation projects.

Skills

Strategic Acumen

Decision Making

Problem Solving

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Innovation Mindset

Cross-Cultural 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 sha...

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Commerce, or a related field.

• MBA or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (preferred).

• 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.

• Experience leading business units within highly regulated sectors.

• Proven success in startup launches, business turnarounds, or market expansion.

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and large-scale transformation projects.

Key Attributes

• Expert-level strategic and commercial acumen.

• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.

• Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills.

• Ability to lead and scale operations across diverse markets and customer segments.

• Proven innovation mindset and thought leadership.

• High emotional intelligence and cross-cultural leadership capability.

• Fluent in English; additional languages an advantage.

• Deep knowledge of the consumer connectivity market in South Africa.

• Resilient, adaptable, and results-driven.

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