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Our client is a high-growth, mid-sized private company that markets a combined product and service offering to a large and largely untapped private consumer market.

Chief Executive Officer who can play a leading role in driving this exciting business to achieve its potential. The role is based in Pretoria, Gauteng .

• Define and communicate a clear multi-year vision, driving strategic priorities such as digitisation, product growth, and margin improvement. Provide regular updates on progress, performance, and risk.
• Lead all core business functions, ensuring efficiency and scalability. Focus on cost control, customer acquisition efficiency, and strong unit economics.
• Oversee the implementation of scalable digital systems (e.g., onboarding, CRM, automation). Build or manage tech capabilities as needed.
• Foster a high-performance, accountable culture. Strengthen leadership through hiring, development, and clear roles. Lead with transparency and integrity.
• Drive product diversification and strategic partnerships. Explore new markets and opportunities aligned with the company’s model.

• Relevant tertiary qualification (degree or higher)
• 10+ years of executive experience in high-growth environments
• Background in B2B2C, fintech, or telecom sectors preferred
• Skilled in cash flow management and cost control in lean settings
• Proven commercial leader with full P&L responsibility

*This is very negotiable and depends on the value a candidate can generate for the business

Executive

Full-time

Business Development and Finance

Telecommunications

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Job title

Chief Executive Officer

Gauteng, Pretoria

October 30, 2025

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• Our client is a high-growth, mid-sized private company that markets a combined product and service offering to a large and largely untapped private consumer market. We are looking for an experienced, entrepreneurial and execution-driven Chief Executive Officer who can play a leading role in driving this exciting business to achieve its potential. The role is based in Pretoria, Gauteng.

• Define and communicate a clear multi-year vision, driving strategic priorities such as digitisation, product growth, and margin improvement. Provide regular updates on progress, performance, and risk.
• Lead all core business functions, ensuring efficiency and scalability. Focus on cost control, customer acquisition efficiency, and strong unit economics.
• Oversee the implementation of scalable digital systems (e.g., onboarding, CRM, automation). Build or manage tech capabilities as needed.
• Foster a high-performance, accountable culture. Strengthen leadership through hiring, development, and clear roles. Lead with transparency and integrity.
• Drive product diversification and strategic partnerships. Explore new markets and opportunities aligned with the company’s model.

• Relevant tertiary qualification (degree or higher)
• 10+ years of executive experience in high-growth environments
• Background in B2B2C, fintech, or telecom sectors preferred
• Skilled in cash flow management and cost control in lean settings
• Proven commercial leader with full P&L responsibility
• Sales / Retail / Business Development jobs

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 10-15 years of post-qualifying experience with general managerial or executive role experience, with at least 5 years within a similar-sized NGO or business.
• A track record of transforming an organization, as well as experience in business improvement initiatives.
• Knowledge of SANParks and the Southern African conservation NGO sector (beneficial).
• Strong commitment to ethics and good governance and a thorough knowledge of King IV in terms of its relevance to the NGO sector.
• Track record of influencing others, networking, building relationships and opening doors to foster support.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Experience of presenting and advising at an Executive and Board level.
• Strong strategic capability and the ability to achieve organizational goals and objectives.
• Experience in working with the media.
• Commitment to continuing development of self, team members and volunteers.
• A genuine commitment to conserving national parks.
• Strong fundraising track record.

Overview

A high-growth mid-sized private company and South Africa's leading provider of smartphones and communication services to employees via payroll deduction is currently seeking an entrepreneurial execution-driven CEO to lead the company into its next chapter of growth, operational excellence and digital transformation.

• Strategic Vision: Set a clear vision to transform the company into a scalable digitally driven enterprise. Prioritize key initiatives such as digitizing customer onboarding, improving margins, driving sales growth and launching new products.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee all operations, drive efficiency, spearhead customer growth and market expansion, optimize customer acquisition costs and elevate retention rates.
• Systems Modernization: Lead the modernization of current systems and enforce disciplined cost management.
• Team Leadership: Build high-performing teams and foster a transparent results-driven culture.
• Partnerships & Growth: Forge strategic partnerships and explore regional growth opportunities aligned with the company’s employer-led business model.

• 8 years of executive experience in a high-growth business. Experience in industries such as fintech telco / comms IT or outsourcing is highly advantageous but not a requirement.
• Strong commercial background with P&L responsibility.
• Proven success leading operational scale-up and growing businesses.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and inspire teams.
• Experience overseeing complex systems or processes.
• Experience managing cash flow and cost disciplines.
• Experience working with founders boards or investors.
• NB : Application Deadline is 20th August 2025

• Competitive salary based on experience (salary can potentially be more based on experience / skills)

IF you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move apply today by emailing your CV to emailprotected

Required Experience :

Chief

Key Skills

Office Manager Experience,Time Management,Microsoft Office,Google Docs,Adobe Acrobat,Microsoft Outlook,Microsoft Word,QuickBooks,Personal Assistant Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,Administrative Experience,Google Suite

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a seasoned leader to step into the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at a prominent financial services organization. This role demands an individual who can steer the company towards sustainable growth, leveraging their expertise in the financial services industry to drive strategic initiatives, enhance operational efficiency, and foster a culture of excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

Internal Process:

• Ensure the continuous sustainability of the organization by crafting and delivering a compelling brand story and experience.
• Design and implement the growth strategy in alignment with the overall business strategy, focusing on setting standards, expanding channels, and achieving business communication excellence.
• Effectively manage stakeholders across the organization and maintain strong relationships within the industry, including product suppliers, service providers, and outsourced partners.
• Lead the business management, governance framework, risk management, and regulatory reporting while capitalizing on opportunities for growth and expansion.
• Oversee vertical integration and drive digital transformation to enhance innovation, streamline business practices, and simplify operations.
• Develop and implement strategic policies and plans that align with business objectives and ensure the value propositions for intermediaries, clients, and employees are fully realized.
• Foster collaboration among operational departments and functional teams to achieve continuous improvement and meet service level agreements.
• Continuously optimize organizational processes, systems, policies, and procedures to improve customer satisfaction and service delivery excellence.
• Lead the C-Suite Executives, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic direction and overseeing the implementation of corporate governance, compliance, and ethics policies.

Client Services:

• Define and influence service models across functions to maintain high client satisfaction, optimize value chain integration, and ensure service delivery meets customer expectations.
• Cultivate a client service excellence culture that fosters rewarding relationships and ensures exceptional client service.
• Align service offerings with client needs, strategically directing delivery to meet after-sales targets.
• Engage with franchise principals and sales/service staff to embed client-centric financial planning, advice, and product solutions within the company’s operations.
• Ensure the business is managed in accordance with Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) outcomes.

People Management:

• Develop and drive a people strategy that fosters a culture of exceptional performance, continuous learning, and cohesion within the organization.
• Lead and mentor the organization’s leadership, encouraging best practices and exemplifying the company’s values through personal involvement and dedication.
• Protect and enhance the organization’s brand and culture by fostering connections with employees and business partners.

Financial Management:

• Ensure efficient day-to-day business operations within regulatory frameworks, developing a sustainable financial model that meets long-term objectives.
• Manage return on equity and shareholder expectations, while driving sales targets and ensuring the business strategy is adequately budgeted.
• Oversee the implementation of governance, compliance, and ethics frameworks, staying aligned with regulatory changes and industry best practices.

Qualifications:

• Post-graduate qualification in Finance or Business Management.
• Professional designation (CA, Attorney, Actuary) is required.
• Preferred qualifications: Certified Financial Planner (CFP) or Registered Key Individual (KI).

Experience:

• 10+ years of experience in the tied agency industry.
• 5+ years of experience managing tied agencies within financial services.
• 5+ years of experience leading the development of a provincial or national network of financial advisers.
• 3+ years of experience with technology utilization in financial services.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Extensive knowledge of people management, risk management, budgeting, resource development, and strategic planning.
• In-depth understanding of the investment, health, insurance, and financial services industry, including relevant legislation (e.g., Pension Fund Act, TCF).
• Strong executive stakeholder management and influencing skills, with a thorough understanding of the financial advisory industry and its regulatory framework.
• Proficient in adapting to and driving change, with strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to lead and inspire teams, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and drive innovation.

This is a strategic leadership role suited for a dynamic individual ready to make a significant impact on the future of a leading financial services organization. If you meet the qualifications and have a passion for driving growth and excellence, we encourage you to apply.

We are seeking an execution-driven Chief Executive Officer with strong entrepreneurial acumen and high emotional intelligence to lead a dynamic, rapidly expanding organization based in Lynnwood, Pretoria East.

Position overview: Lead the company into its next chapter of growth, operational excellence, and digital transformation. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving strategy, profitability, team leadership, and operational modernisation while reporting to the board and investors. This is a hands-on leadership role for a commercially savvy, systems-minded operator who thrives in high-growth, high-impact environments.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of executive experience in a high-growth business (highly advantageous B2B2C, fintech, telco)
• Proven experience in leading small / medium size businesses.
• Entrepreneurial minded
• Strong commercial background with P&L responsibility
• Proven success leading operational scale-up, preferably in technology-enabled environments
• Strong leadership and cultural transformation capability
• Experience managing cashflow and cost disciplines in resource-constrained businesses
• Experience working with founders, boards, or PE/VC investors
• Experience with field or distributed sales teams
• Familiarity with payroll-integrated business models or financial inclusion
• Exposure to low-income or mid-market customer segments
• Background in scaling digital platforms (even without being a technologist)
• Strong EQ, stakeholder engagement, and grit
• Presentable
• Must be comfortable with leading digital transformation

Responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership
  • Set and communicate a clear 3–5 year vision to transition the company into a digital-first, scalable fintech platform.
  • Drive prioritisation of strategic initiatives including onboarding digitisation, margin expansion, and new product rollout.
  • Report regularly to the board on strategic progress, risk management, and performance metrics.
• Operational Execution & Cost Discipline
  • Oversee all core operations including sales, payroll integration, customer experience, field force, partnerships, and support services.
  • Identify and drive operational improvements to reduce cash burn and improve customer acquisition efficiency.
  • Own unit economics — including cost-of-sale, gross margin, customer lifetime value, and CAC.
• Technology & Systems Modernisation
  • Spearhead rollout of scalable digital infrastructure: employer onboarding portals, self-service apps, CRM, contract automation, and data warehousing.
  • Build internal tech capability or manage external development partners as appropriate.
• People & Culture
  • Build a results-oriented, high-performance culture across all teams.
  • Strengthen the executive team through recruitment, upskilling, and clarity of accountability.
  • Lead by example with transparency, energy, and integrity.
• Growth & Product Expansion
  • Expand product suite to include opt-in digital services (insurance, savings, airtime top-ups, credit).
  • Establish and grow partnerships with telcos, insurers, savings providers, and payroll platforms.
  • Explore regional expansion opportunities aligned to the company’s employer-led model.

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not heard from us in 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Since our inception, Stonebridge HR Solutions has been totally focused on building a strategic, quality search practice.

Stonebridge HR Solutions strives to source first class talent, delivering only the highest quality service to our candidates and clients. We are in the business to transform both organisations and careers. Through the wide range of recruitment and talent acquisition services we offer, we can help realize the full potential of our candidates and clients. We treasure the relationships that we build with our clients and our candidates because they are the key to our success and it is reinforced by the five values that drive our business strategy.

Integrity: We pride ourselves on building ethical relationships with colleagues, clients, and candidates based on honesty, transparency, and mutual trust.

Respect: We treat everyone with consideration and fairness and we are always willing to listen.

Responsibility: We take full responsibility to uphold our commitments to our clients and candidates to the best of our ability.

Commitment: We are committed to delivering excellent services. We work together as a team and share our knowledge to continuously improve our services.

• 5+ years of executive experience in a high-growth business
• Industry experience such as: fintech, telco/comms, IT or outsourcing
• Strong commercial background with P&L responsibility
• Proven success leading operational scale-up and growing businesses
• Strong leadership and ability to manage and inspire teams
• Experience in overseeing complex systems or processes
• Experience managing cashflow and cost disciplines

• Driven, humble, and unafraid to make tough decisions
• A builder of high-trust, high-performance teams
• Comfortable selling to exec-level stakeholders in large corporates
• Skilled in managing strategic client relationships and partnerships
• Proven track record of modernising outdated business models
• Tech-savvy- can connect tech with customer value
• Exposure to low-income or mid-market customer segments
• Strong EQ , excellent stakeholder engagement, and grit