Senior Corporate Operations Leader (Hybrid)

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical insurance

Pension contributions

Performance incentives

Professional development

Executive benefits

Dynamic work environment

Hybrid flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead the Corporate Services division in Sandton, Gauteng. You will oversee facilities, procurement, administrative support, and project coordination, driving efficiency and service excellence across budgets and processes.

The role requires 7–10 years in corporate operations with strong leadership and vendor management, in a financial services environment. Hybrid work availability is offered to support flexibility.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of operations management experience.
• Very strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience in corporate services or administrative functions.
• Budget management, procurement and facilities management experience.
• Knowledge of the Sandton business environment and regulatory landscape.
• Experience in the financial services sector is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Corporate Services department.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.
• Manage facilities, procurement, and administrative support functions.
• Lead and mentor a team of corporate services professionals.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets, ensuring financial targets are met.
• Ensure compliance with governance, legal, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage vendor relationships and service level agreements.
• Oversee project management for corporate initiatives.
• Implement process improvements and best practices across operations.
• Contribute to strategic planning and decision-making for the organization.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Procurement

Facilities Mgmt

Project coordination

Vendor management

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's in Business Admin

MBA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead the Corporate Services division in Sandton, Gauteng. You will oversee facilities, procurement, administrative support, and project coordination, driving efficiency and service excellence across budgets and processes.

The role requires 7–10 years in corporate operations with strong leadership and vendor management, in a financial services environment. Hybrid work availability is offered to support flexibility.