Strategic Operations & Systems Analyst Lead (Capital Markets)

Deka Minas (Pty) Ltd; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 800 000 - 1 100 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company is seeking an Operations Manager (Business and Systems Analyst Functions) to oversee the Calypso business unit. The role requires 8–10 years of Capital Markets experience and strong leadership skills in managing teams and delivering operational excellence. The successful candidate will also be involved in business analysis and system configuration, ensuring high-quality documentation and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of continuous Capital Markets experience.
• Strong functional and/or technical expertise in Capital Markets systems.
• Proven people management and leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Calypso business unit.
• Set clear performance goals and provide coaching and mentorship.
• Lead the elicitation of complex client accounting and business requirements.

Skills

Capital Markets experience

People management

Business analysis

System configuration

Functional design

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Financial Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Computer Science, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Financial Accounting, Business Studies, or related field

Postgraduate qualification (e.g., Honours, MBA, or equivalent)

Tools

Calypso

Job description

A financial services company is seeking an Operations Manager (Business and Systems Analyst Functions) to oversee the Calypso business unit. The role requires 8–10 years of Capital Markets experience and strong leadership skills in managing teams and delivering operational excellence. The successful candidate will also be involved in business analysis and system configuration, ensuring high-quality documentation and stakeholder engagement.