Strategic COO — Financial Services Operations Leader

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Sur place; ZAR 4 200 000 - 5 200 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive base salary

Annual bonus

Equity participation

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Executive retirement plan

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Klerksdorp, South Africa, seeks an exceptional Chief Operating Officer to lead its extensive operations in the financial services sector. The COO will drive operational excellence, risk management and regulatory compliance while shaping strategic direction and inspiring a high-performance leadership team.

The role requires 15+ years of senior leadership, an MBA or related master's, and a proven track record of transforming large organizations.

Qualifications

• MBA, Finance or related master's degree is required.
• Minimum 15 years in senior operational leadership, ideally in financial services.
• Proven success in developing and executing complex operational strategies.
• Extensive knowledge of financial regulations, risk management and compliance.
• Proven ability to lead, inspire and develop large teams.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management.
• Experience with digital transformation in operations.

Responsabilités

• Oversee and direct day-to-day operations to align with strategic goals.
• Develop and implement operational strategies for growth, efficiency and profitability.
• Manage and optimize technology infrastructure and systems.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, risk management and compliance.
• Lead, mentor and develop the senior operations leadership team.
• Drive continuous improvement in operations, customer service and cost reduction.
• Manage the operational budget, capex and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with the CEO and other C-suite executives on strategic planning.
• Oversee implementation of new technologies and processes.
• Represent the company with investors and regulators on operational matters.
• Foster a culture of high performance, accountability and innovation.
• Monitor industry trends to keep the company competitive.

Connaissances

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Change management

Financial acumen

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

People development

Formation

MBA

Finance degree or related field

Description du poste

Placements24 in Klerksdorp, South Africa, seeks an exceptional Chief Operating Officer to lead its extensive operations in the financial services sector. The COO will drive operational excellence, risk management and regulatory compliance while shaping strategic direction and inspiring a high-performance leadership team.

The role requires 15+ years of senior leadership, an MBA or related master's, and a proven track record of transforming large organizations.