SA Growth: Expansion & Operations Lead

Black Pen Recruitment; Mbombela; Remote; ZAR 1 000 000 - 1 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Expansion & Operation Manager to establish and grow their operations in South Africa. The role involves market research, compliance, and team leadership. Ideal candidates should possess a strong background in operations management, a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and the ability to navigate local regulations. This position offers a full-time role with expectations of transitioning to an office-based setup after initial remote work.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of senior experience in operations management.
• Demonstrable experience in launching or scaling a new business unit.
• Deep understanding of the South African business environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research for go-to-market strategy.
• Build partnerships to accelerate market penetration.
• Lead legal entity establishment and compliance.

Skills

P&L management

Business development

Market research

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Commerce, or Economics

MBA or relevant postgraduate degree

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Expansion & Operation Manager to establish and grow their operations in South Africa. The role involves market research, compliance, and team leadership. Ideal candidates should possess a strong background in operations management, a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, and the ability to navigate local regulations. This position offers a full-time role with expectations of transitioning to an office-based setup after initial remote work.