Business Manager

Company Description

Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

Job Description

Support the Product Line Head by enabling operational execution, interpreting data, and coordinating initiatives that align with strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in BA or Business Commerce or a related field
• 5-7+ Years' Business Management experience in a large, complex organisation; financial services experience preferred
• Proven ability to operate as a strategic business partner, providing insights, representing senior leaders in forums, and driving the execution of business priorities
• Strong financial acumen with experience analysing budgets, interpreting financial information, attending finance reviews, and supporting informed decision-making
• Advanced reporting and analytical capability, with experience consolidating complex information, generating executive-level insights, and preparing reporting for senior stakeholders
• Demonstrated success managing projects to completion, working with and influencing diverse stakeholders, and coordinating executive activities including diary management, travel, and event planning

Behavioural Competencies:

• Articulating Information
• Checking Things
• Convincing People
• Examining Information
• Interacting with People
• Interpreting Data
• Providing Insights

Technical Competencies:

• Business Insights
• Collaboration
• Continuous Process Improvement
• Financial Acumen
• Operational Planning
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning and Reporting
• Written Communication

Additional Information