Chief Executive Officer

2 days ago

Africa South Africa Network Int Full time R1 800 000 - R2 500 000 per year
This is an exciting opportunity for a visionary leader, who has successfully led a smaller entity or a business unit within a larger organisation, to step into a CEO role and lead a cluster within one of South Africa's top JSE listed groups.

This cluster-level CEO role offers the opportunity to shape strategy, drive innovation, and accelerate growth across two separate legal entities that have already established themselves as leaders in their respective technology domains.
 
Ideal for a dynamic, forward-thinking leader ready to take the next step in their executive journey, this position provides the platform to make a significant impact within a fast-evolving, technology-enabled environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement the company's strategy, values, and operational business plans to achieve short- and long-term objectives. 
  • Lead new business development to secure a profitable project pipeline. 
  • Drive transformation initiatives to energise and diversify the organisation. 
  • Manage stakeholder relationships, including clients, regulators, financial institutions, and the Board. 
  • Build and support a high-performing senior leadership team. 
  • Represent the organisation in local and international industry networks and strategic partnerships. 

Job Experience and Skills Required:
  • Bachelor's Degree; Postgraduate qualification (Master's or equivalent) preferred. 
  • Minimum of 5 years of successful business leadership experience in the technology sector. 
  • Strong Go-to-Market (GTM) and customer-facing leadership experience is essential.
  • Proven track record as a CEO, Managing Director, or senior business unit leader. 
  • Board-level experience in a private commercial business. 
  • Experience in organisational improvement or turnaround initiatives is advantageous. 
  • Strong strategic, operational, and financial management skills. 
  • Knowledge of software development, hardware design, and relevant industry regulations. 
Apply now 
 
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I also specialise in recruiting in the following:  
  • C-Suite roles across Africa and industries, with a particular focus on Financial Services and FinTech. 
  • Commercial leadership roles within the Financial Services and FinTech sectors. 
If you have not had a response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for other suitable roles/positions.
 
For more information, contact: 
Corne Booysen 
Senior International Recruitment Consultant 
Connect with me on LinkedIn (43) Corne Booysen | LinkedIn

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