Regional Growth Leader: Revenue, Relationships, Risk

Merchant West; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Merchant West in South Africa seeks a Regional Manager to drive regional business growth, strengthen client relationships and ensure effective execution of financial solutions. The role oversees regional sales performance, portfolio quality and operational alignment while maintaining governance and risk frameworks.

You will lead regional teams, expand market presence across key sectors, manage stakeholder networks and deliver sustainable profitability in line with Merchant West's strategic

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Economics or related field.
• Postgraduate qualification in Business, Finance and/or Management advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional growth and revenue targets across the region.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, intermediaries and stakeholders.
• Oversee portfolio performance, risk indicators and credit alignment.
• Ensure governance, compliance and regulatory adherence across the region.
• Coordinate and align regional activities with Merchant West’s strategy.
• Track regional performance and provide insights to senior management.

Skills

Business development

Market expansion

Financial analysis

Portfolio management

Risk oversight

Client relationships

Stakeholder management

Deal negotiation

Performance reporting

Strategic planning

Operations execution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Business/Economics

Postgraduate qualification in Business/Finance/Management

Job description

Merchant West in South Africa seeks a Regional Manager to drive regional business growth, strengthen client relationships and ensure effective execution of financial solutions. The role oversees regional sales performance, portfolio quality and operational alignment while maintaining governance and risk frameworks.

You will lead regional teams, expand market presence across key sectors, manage stakeholder networks and deliver sustainable profitability in line with Merchant West's strategic