Provincial Executive

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Provincial Executive

POSITION INFO:
Role: Provincial Executive Category: Insurance Location: Gauteng Salary: Market-related Our client, a leading financial services organization, is seeking a high-caliber Provincial Executive to head their operations in the Gauteng province. The purpose of this executive role is to assume full responsibility for growing market share and driving profitability across the province. The successful candidate will spearhead the provincial distribution strategy, drive business metrics, align all regional functions\/channels, and connect the organization with key external stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Strategy & Business Planning: Co-create and implement an aligned regional distribution strategy to aggressively grow the Gauteng province. Deliver comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual business plans, sales targets, and marketing plans. Sales Management & Execution: Translate the provincial strategy into actionable targets. Guide Area Managers in executing tactically aligned plans across branches, monitor sales performance, and step in with corrective action plans where needed. Budget & Expense Management: Take full accountability for operational budget execution, cost-saving initiatives, and overall provincial profitability. Change & Business Innovation: Establish a culture of innovation and navigate teams effectively through regulatory, policy, systemic, and organizational changes. Compliance. Quality & Risk Management: Partner with the Compliance and Forensics departments to minimize risks, eliminate potential business exposures, and combat internal or external fraud. People Management & Transformation: Oversee direct reports and foster strong talent management practices (coaching, development, performance management). Drive provincial transformation strategies to meet DTI and Employment Equity (EE) targets. Stakeholder Management: Serve as the \"face of the province,\" building influential corporate and community relationships, networking with industry bodies, and hosting brand awareness events. Requirements: Grade 12 certificate. A Business, Legal, or Commercial Degree, or an MBA is highly advantageous. CFP qualification is an advantage. Must meet Key Individual (KI) requirements and Class of Business (COB) requirements at the date of appointment. At least 8 years of industry-related experience. Sound financial services experience at a senior level within a corporate environment. A minimum of 5 years of exposure to Sales and Distribution. A minimum of 5 years of proven management and leadership experience. Deep knowledge of sales tactics, commercial acumen, regulatory frameworks, customer experience principles, and people management. Strategic thinking with strong commercial and business acumen. Proven leadership ability to inspire, motivate, and influence at an executive level. Strong political acumen and natural networking\/relationship-building skills. Results-oriented, target-driven, and socially confident.