About the position
BEE candidates only!
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer
Key Purpose
This role is responsible for leading the sales credit risk, payroll/payments, commission & remuneration operational support and intermediary conduct teams within the company.
Stakeholder Management
- Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders (Product Houses; Channels; Finance; etc.)
- Drive efforts to improve service to all stakeholders and fair treatment within the area of responsibility.
- Manage the company's commission month-end close-off procedures with stakeholders.
- Create and maintain partnerships with relevant stakeholders to understand business priorities and requirements.
Internal Process
- Lead the management team in the delivery of departmental key performance areas
- Contribute to strategic planning and implementation of initiatives for the company.
- Drive business optimisation initiatives to ensure cost-effective operating structures, maximum efficiency levels, reduction in waste in all aspects and strengthening processes.
- Drive digital transformation.
- Lead the provision of information and insights about the functional areas.
- Lead the enablement and implementation of effective risk management.
Finance
- Prepare and control the budget for the area, including authorisation of expenditure.
- Implement and monitor internal financial controls and provide feedback accordingly.
- Identify opportunities to enhance cost-effectiveness and increase operational efficiency.
Qualification & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent qualification in commerce
- A minimum of 10 years of previous experience in a similar environment at a managerial level essential
- Previous experience with commissions, payroll and sales operations essential Working knowledge of FAIS, FICA, South African Labour and Tax Legislation
- Comprehensive experience in establishing and building relationships as well as managing stakeholder expectations with middle and senior managers across Sales Channels, Product Houses, Finance, Governance and Risk
- Hybrid (flexible work location)
Desired Skills:
- Management
- FAIS
- FICA
- Labor and Tax Legislation
Desired Work Experience:
About The Employer:
The company is a leading financial service provider offering financial advice, medical aid, insurance, Wills, Trust and investment products to individuals and businesses in SA.
