Strategic CEO: Property & Bridging Finance Growth

Prostaff Holdings; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist finance firm in South Africa is seeking a dynamic CEO to provide strategic leadership, operational direction, and financial stewardship. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in scaling businesses, strong P&L management skills, and knowledge of financial services, specifically in short-term credit and property finance. This role includes overseeing business operations, driving growth, and maintaining strong governance and compliance in a competitive environment.

Benefits

Highly negotiable salary package, including benefits

Qualifications

• Must have a bachelor’s degree in finance, Business Administration, or Economics.
• Experience in financial services, especially short-term credit and property finance.
• Demonstrated ability to manage risk and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership, operational direction, and financial stewardship.
• Drive operational excellence and scale the loan book.
• Lead the development of new products and digital offerings.

Skills

Management accounts understanding

Financial services experience

P&L leadership

Business scaling

Loan book analytics

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business Administration or Economics

Postgraduate qualification such as MBA or CFA

Job description

A specialist finance firm in South Africa is seeking a dynamic CEO to provide strategic leadership, operational direction, and financial stewardship. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in scaling businesses, strong P&L management skills, and knowledge of financial services, specifically in short-term credit and property finance. This role includes overseeing business operations, driving growth, and maintaining strong governance and compliance in a competitive environment.