About the position
Our client is a leading wealth management and financial services organisation seeking an experienced Regional Manager to lead business performance across the KZN region. This strategic leadership role is responsible for driving sales growth, operational excellence, client satisfaction, regulatory compliance, and the development of high-performing teams while contributing to the organisation's long-term growth objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute regional sales and business development strategies.
- Drive regional revenue, profitability, and market share growth.
- Identify new business opportunities and strategic partnerships.
- Lead, coach, mentor, and develop regional management and sales teams.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
- Oversee operational performance, budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation.
- Drive operational efficiencies and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with FAIS, FICA, AML, POPIA, and other applicable legislation.
- Analyse regional performance and prepare strategic reports for executive leadership.
- Collaborate with Marketing, Finance, HR, Operations, and Compliance to achieve business objectives.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Finance, Commerce, Economics, or a related field.
- Postgraduate qualification advantageous.
- RE5 qualification advantageous.
- CFP® or other relevant financial planning qualifications advantageous.
Experience
- 5–10 years' experience within financial services, banking, insurance, wealth management, or investment services.
- 3–5 years' experience in a senior management or regional leadership role.
- Proven experience leading multi-site operations.
- Strong background in business development, sales leadership, and client relationship management.
- Wealth management experience preferred.
Key Skills
- Regional Leadership
- Business Development
- Sales Strategy
- Wealth Management
- Client Relationship Management
- Financial & Budget Management
- Operational Management
- Strategic Planning
- Regulatory Compliance
- People Leadership & Coaching
General
- We are committed to fair and inclusive hiring. All suitably qualified applicants are welcome to apply.
- Preference may be given in line with our client's Employment Equity plan and applicable legislation.
- Applicants must have the legal right to work in South Africa at the time of application.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.
- Please include your current remuneration (CTC), salary expectation, and notice period (optional but helpful for screening).
- By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes in accordance with POPIA.
Desired Skills:
- Budget Management
- Business Development
- Investments
- Team Management
- Investment Instruments
