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We are looking for a highly skilled and visionary Creative Lead with expertise in graphic design marketing and retail branding to drive our creative direction and execution. This role requires a strong strategic mindset leadership capabilities and handson design skills to elevate our brand presence across multiple platforms. You will oversee the creative process lead design projects and collaborate with marketing merchandising and digital teams to develop compelling campaigns that resonate with our audience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the creative direction for all marketing and retail design projects ensuring brand consistency across digital and physical touchpoints.
• Develop and execute innovative designs for campaigns instore displays packaging signage social media websites and promotional materials.
• Work closely with marketing product and merchandising teams to align creative strategies with business objectives and seasonal campaigns.
• Oversee a team of designers providing mentorship guidance and constructive feedback to enhance creative output.
• Ensure all visual content aligns with brand guidelines audience insights and retail trends.
• Collaborate with external agencies photographers videographers and printers to ensure highquality deliverables.
• Stay ahead of industry trends consumer behavior and competitor branding to bring fresh impactful ideas to the team.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fastpaced retail marketing environment.

Requirements

• Education : Degree or diploma in Graphic Design Visual Communication Marketing or a related field.
• Experience : 7 years in graphic design with at least 3 years in a leadership or creative lead role within the marketing and retail industry.
• Software Proficiency : Expertlevel skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop Illustrator InDesign) and familiarity with Figma or Sketch.

Skills

• Strong conceptual and strategic thinking with the ability to translate ideas into compelling visual campaigns.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong understanding of retail branding visual merchandising and shopper behavior.
• Experience working with largescale marketing campaigns digital assets and print production.
• Motion graphics video editing or animation experience (a plus).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in the retail FMCG or ecommerce space.
• Knowledge of UX / UI principles and experience designing for web and mobile platforms.
• Understanding of retail consumer trends and shopper marketing strategies.

Key Skills

Microsoft Office,Graphics Design,Copywritter,Creative concept,Advertising,Communication,Adobe Creative Suite,Autodesk,Art Direction,Flash,Flex,HTML,SEO,Fine art,Quarkxpress

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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We are currently recruiting for a Business Transformation Office: Programme Lead to join our dynamic team. The Business Transformation Program Lead is responsible for developing an integrated roadmap of the large scale change projects across the whole business which connect to the overall Group Strategic Plan. The role leads the prioritisation and approval process for these projects, offering guidance to the organisation to ensure consistent and efficient delivery. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS Build an integrated view of the 3-5 year view of the organisational change initiatives. Ensure plan stays current and is aligned to the group strategic and operational goals. Build and run a detailed tracking system to chart progress of all initiatives. Contribute to the development of the Transformation budget, develop an aligned tactical budget, monitor effectiveness and report on variances and adjustments. Co-design and drive the implementation of the change/project frameworks to ensure delivery of projects (from feasibility to tracking and ROI extraction). Develop and maintain an accurate, efficient, timely and effective project reporting process that complies with project frameworks, policies, procedures and SLAs. Drive benefit and value realisation through identified project delivery to achieve business objectives through the scheduling and management of resources through timely and effective planning, scoping and monitoring. Drive the communication plan and execution to impacted stakeholders for decision making and information purposes. Build and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders that promote cross functional prioritisation, solutions and delivery. Effectively manage procurement related risks to ensure appropriate appointment and governance across all suppliers in the transformation process. Qualification in Project Management or related. Certification in Agile and Safe methodologies. 5 - 8 years’ Project Management experience. Exposure to large multi-function or business area transformation programmes. Proven track record of delivery in PMO roles within a Business change and IT environment. The ideal applicant will satisfy the following skills requirements: Project Management software, business case development, ROI assessments. Commercial and business acumen. Team player who can function independently. Be able to work effectively under pressure. Building strategic and collaborative working relationships. Kindly note: All applications are to be submitted through the Careers Site and Pnet. Please refrain from calling the Distribution Centre (DC) or emailing applications directly. “Your application and all personal information provided herein is protected under the Protection of Personal Information Act (4 of 2013), hereinafter referred to as the “Act”. The SPAR Group LTD, with its head offices at 22 Chancery Lane in Pinetown, is collecting this information to enable us to facilitate your application and /or assess your suitability for the advertised position. This information will be used for this purpose only and disposed of thereafter, unless you consent to the information being retained for marketing purposes. Where shortlisted, your information will be retained for a period of 3 months and disposed of immediately thereafter if you are unsuccessful in your application. Where employment is offered, it will be retained as part of your employee portfolio and secured accordingly. This information is given to us, by you, voluntarily and of your own free will. If you do not wish to provide us with this information, are unable to do so, or object to it being used, it will result in the disqualification of your application. In the course of the recruitment process, and for matters related to your application only, we may share your information with third parties. You have the right to access this information while in our possession and make corrections if necessary. You have the right to lodge a complaint via email with the office of the Information Regulator, at , if you are unhappy with the manner in which we deal with your information. By submitting your application, you hereby declare your understanding of the aforementioned information and consent to the processing of your information in accordance with the Act, as well as the processing of any further personal information requested by us in the future including but not limited to, banking details, criminal history and credit reports /financial history information.” #J-18808-Ljbffr

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We are strengthening our software engineering team to modernize our existing application stack, powering one of LexisNexis Intellectual Property’s flagship AI products, LexisNexis Classification. The team enhances the application with new features and functions to enrich the users experience as well as optimizing existing functionalities. This is an opportunity to lead a team that works on modern, cloud native infrastructure and become an essential part of building and maintaining the product architecture.

We expect this team to work across multiple technologies around a core including:

• React
• Go
• Python
• JavaScript
• Java
• C#/.Net
• Postgres
• SQL
• AWS

About the Role:

We are hiring a Software Engineering Lead to take the responsibility for the work on maintaining, modernizing and enhancing a key product, LexisNexis Classification. This product uses AI to read millions of patents globally and pull the relevant patents into custom categories that are relevant to the specific technology areas users define.

You’ll be the go-to person for a small highly skilled agile team, with ownership over the mission and your development practices and process. Your engineering team will be based mainly in South Africa but also across Europe. You will also work closely with existing application teams, as well as with a broader range of stakeholders distributed across the UK, Germany, Netherlands and the USA.

As a Software Engineering Lead, you will play a crucial role in overseeing software development mainly within LexisNexis Classification. You will contribute directly to solving technical problems as well as guiding your team to success.

Responsibilities

• Owning and executing backlog of product optimization and enhancements.
• Being responsible for backend and frontend maintenance of the product and ensuring bug fixes are prioritized in a timely manner.
• Assisting in requirements gathering, decomposition and implementation of new features, such as additional features for product integration into existing LexisNexis Intellectual Property products.
• Integrating performance and cost-optimization considerations into development work, throughout the entire development lifecycle.
• Able to communicate and take ownership within the team and across team boundaries.
• Helping to maintain AWS platform infrastructure with CDK, such as NodeJS/Python Lambdas.
• Assisting in refactoring the existing application.
• Writing and reviewing detailed specifications for the development of complex system components.
• Leading in development processes, coding best practices, and code reviews.
• Managing a team of software engineers in a Scrum based development environment while collaborating with stakeholders.

Requirements

• Understand Software Engineering techniques and processes, particularly adapting Scrum and agile frameworks to meet business needs.
• Experience with AWS or similar cloud providers, including knowledge on running cost effective serverless architecture.
• Experience working with React.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills applicable to a wide audience.
• Experience with Python, JavaScript, Go, Azure Pipelines, GraphQL (or similar API schemas) or willingness to rapidly learn.
• Experience in leading software engineering efforts for AI-enabled SaaS products is desirable, but not essential.

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.

• Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

We know that your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:

• Medical Aid
• Retirement Plan inclusive of Risk Benefits (Disability, Critical Illness, Life Cover & Funeral Cover)
• Modern family benefits, including adoption and surrogacy
• Study Leave

LexisNexis Legal & Professional provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase their productivity, improve decision-making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis and Nexis services.

We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know.

We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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The IT Delivery Lead is responsible for leading the successful delivery of a number of portfolios of Information Technology projects within the organisation. This role is critical in ensuring that projects are delivered to stakeholder expectations of time, scope and budget, while meeting the highest standards of quality and performance. The IT Delivery Lead will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage project risks and dependencies and ensure seamless transitions to new systems. By leveraging their expertise in project management methodologies and their ability to collaborate with business stakeholders, the IT Delivery Lead will drive the achievement of project objectives and contribute to the overall success of the organisation’s IT initiatives.

Job Functions:

• Lead and Manage the Demand and Execution process for multiple Portfolios of IT projects covering various business divisions
• Manage multiple Portfolios of IT projects
• Develop and manage project plans, including scope, schedule, budget, and resource allocation
• Manage and coordinate cross-functional teams, including business analysts, developers, and technical infrastructure resources
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand requirements, develop business cases, and define project scope.
• Oversee the design, development, testing, and deployment of software applications and Information Technology solutions
• Manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, and develop mitigation strategies as needed.
• Coordinate data migration, business readiness, training, and cut-over activities to ensure seamless transition to new systems.
• Provide go-live support and ensure post-implementation review and evaluation.
• Manage project budget, track expenses, and ensure cost-effectiveness.
• Develop and maintain project documentation, including status reports, project schedules, and resource allocation plans.
• Ensure compliance with organisational project management methodologies, standards, and processes.
• Provide visibility of project progress for integration into IT Portfolio and Governance cadence.

Requirements Education

• Matric – Grade 12
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Certification in project management, such as PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile

Experience

• Minimum 15 years of experience in IT project management, including portfolio management and programme management, with a focus on software development and delivery
• Proven track record of successfully managing portfolios of IT projects (medium to high complexity), with experience in managing cross-functional teams.
• Experience managing teams delivering IT implementations and involving cross-functional teams, in waterfall and agile environments.
• Supply chain and logistics experience is advantageous

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of multiple project management methodologies, including Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid.
• Experience with project management tools, including JIRA, Confluence, MS Project, Asana, Trello, or similar.
• Experience with IT service management frameworks, such as ITIL.
• Experience with DevOps practices, including continuous integration and continuous delivery
• Experience in a Global enterprise organisation is highly preferable
• Excellent communication, leadership, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong budgeting, management, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically.
• Ability to manage multiple portfolios and projects simultaneously and continuously prioritise effectively.
• Proficiency in project management software and tools.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Leadership and team development
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Adaptability and change management skills
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
• Conflict resolution skills to navigate challenging situations calmly.

Join Steinweg to ensure our services exceed client expectations. Apply now to become part of our dynamic team!

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Job Opportunity: PHP Development Manager

Amazing chance to join a payroll outsourcing company that does payroll for South Africa and 44 other African countries. Fast-paced, exciting, and a fast-growing team!

We are looking for a PHP Developer who has managed or led a team of developers. This person will manage and oversee an external development company that is currently developing a new system in PHP and some Java. Responsibilities include coding, management, and analyzing the current environment to identify improvements and speed up processes.

The system is primarily written in PHP with some Java. The client runs payroll utilizing payroll software with a significant investment in APIs. The business has also embarked on an additional in-house built module to enhance business processes and efficiencies, maximizing the API capabilities of the core software.

Currently, the project is running late and is expected to begin with System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Integration Testing (UIT) within the month. The project has faced multiple delays due to software development issues and shifting deadlines. Therefore, the company is seeking an experienced Development Manager to assist in assessing the initial build, identifying gaps or risks, and reviewing the production environment for appropriateness.

The company has business analyst skills in both the payroll software space and APIs; however, there are no development skills within the company. The outsourced partner developing the software is currently relied upon entirely for this function. The inclusion of this role aims to ensure due diligence and create a robust plan for future developments, maintenance, and the production environment.

The role involves interpreting the business strategy into an integrated business process, technologies, information, and application architectural framework for a program of work/portfolio level, providing a high-level roadmap for the implementation of the architecture. This includes developing or assembling the following artifacts: technologies, information, application artifacts, related metadata, policies, procedures, standards, principles, and objectives. The role will also provide guidance to programs or large/complex projects by consulting with domain architects and peers involved in implementation projects.

The Development Manager will lead a team of Object-Oriented language programmers on highly complex projects, instructing, advising, directing, and checking the work of team members. Responsibilities include quality assurance review of development projects and the evaluation and documentation of team procedures. Full technical knowledge of all necessary phases of the project is required, and the role may involve system design specifications and advanced programming.

Desired Experience & Qualifications

• Matric (Required)
• Relevant Diploma / Degree (Beneficial)
• Must have PHP development experience (Required)
• Must have led / managed / mentored a team of developers (Required)

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Job Opportunity: PHP Development Manager

Amazing chance to join a payroll outsourcing company that does payroll for South Africa and 44 other African countries. Fast-paced, exciting, and a fast-growing team!

We are looking for a PHP Developer who has managed or led a team of developers. This person will manage and oversee an external development company that is currently developing a new system in PHP and some Java. Responsibilities include coding, management, and analyzing the current environment to identify improvements and speed up processes.

The system is primarily written in PHP with some Java. The client runs payroll utilizing payroll software with a significant investment in APIs. The business has also embarked on an additional in-house built module to enhance business processes and efficiencies, maximizing the API capabilities of the core software.

Currently, the project is running late and is expected to begin with System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Integration Testing (UIT) within the month. The project has faced multiple delays due to software development issues and shifting deadlines. Therefore, the company is seeking an experienced Development Manager to assist in assessing the initial build, identifying gaps or risks, and reviewing the production environment for appropriateness.

The company has business analyst skills in both the payroll software space and APIs; however, there are no development skills within the company. The outsourced partner developing the software is currently relied upon entirely for this function. The inclusion of this role aims to ensure due diligence and create a robust plan for future developments, maintenance, and the production environment.

The role involves interpreting the business strategy into an integrated business process, technologies, information, and application architectural framework for a program of work/portfolio level, providing a high-level roadmap for the implementation of the architecture. This includes developing or assembling the following artifacts: technologies, information, application artifacts, related metadata, policies, procedures, standards, principles, and objectives. The role will also provide guidance to programs or large/complex projects by consulting with domain architects and peers involved in implementation projects.

The Development Manager will lead a team of Object-Oriented language programmers on highly complex projects, instructing, advising, directing, and checking the work of team members. Responsibilities include quality assurance review of development projects and the evaluation and documentation of team procedures. Full technical knowledge of all necessary phases of the project is required, and the role may involve system design specifications and advanced programming.

Desired Experience & Qualifications

• Matric (Required)
• Relevant Diploma / Degree (Beneficial)
• Must have PHP development experience (Required)
• Must have led / managed / mentored a team of developers (Required)

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Overview

Company Description

At Deloitte, our Purpose is to make an impact that matters for our clients, our people, and society. This is the lens for which our global strategy is set. It unites Deloitte professionals across geographies, businesses, and skills. It makes us better at what we do and how we do it. It enables us to deliver on our promises to stakeholders, while creating the lasting impact we seek.

Harnessing the talent of 450,000+ people located across more than 150 countries and territories, our size and scale puts us in a unique position to help change the world for the better—by bringing together the services we provide, the societal investments we make, and the collaborations we advance through our ecosystems.

Deloitte offers career opportunities across Audit & Assurance (A&A), Tax & Legal (T&L) and our Consulting services business, which is made up of Strategy, Risk & Transactions Advisory (SR&T) and Technology & Transformation (T&T).

Are you ready to apply your knowledge and background to exciting new challenges? From learning to leadership, this is your chance to take your career to the next level.

Responsibilities

A new exciting opportunity exists for a talented and experienced quantitative software developer within the Consulting team, based in Johannesburg. We are seeking a driven, innovative individual to assist with some of our challenging, state-of-the-art global software development projects. The successful candidate will have a strong quantitative background coupled with software development experience.

• Coding up quantitative engines and algorithms underpinning prospective software applications
• Identifying areas for upgrade and modification in existing applications and development thereof
• Support the invention of new quantitative applications and algorithms to add value in the market
• Writing and implementing efficient code
• Creation of training material on software applications
• Working closely with other developers, UX designers, business and systems analysts

About You Tools and Experience

• Expertlevel coding experience in one or more of the following languages: C#, R, Java, C++
• Experience using Git would be advantageous
• Object-orientated programming skills preferable
• Experience in working with cloud environments advantageous
• Experience working in containerized environments such as Kubernetes, Docker, etc. advantageous
• Front-end development capability advantageous viz. Angular, React, Blazor, etc.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree, such as Computer Science, Engineering (Software, Financial, etc.), Mathematics, Statistics or Physics
• Master’s Degree in aforementioned disciplines is a plus
• Technological certifications are a plus e.g. Cloud certification

Personal Attributes

• Conscientious individual demonstrating attention to detail and quality along with high levels of ownership and commitment.
• An excellent team player capable of delivering results under pressure and to strict deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to pick up new and different concepts quickly and effectively.
• Keen interest in diversified concepts across a multitude of disciplines.
• A passion for keeping up to date with the latest advances in technology and how this affects the business environment.
• Metric driven and focused on continual improvement.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts in simple terms.

What we offer

• The prospect of working closely with professionals who are leaders in their fields.
• A large team of professionals to support business and professional growth.
• The international Deloitte network, which provides opportunities to travel and access to international best practice.

*Please note that this job advertisement provides a summary of the capabilities required and all candidates shortlisted will receive a full list of capabilities.

At Deloitte, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work—in every country, in everything we do, every day.We aim to create a workplace where everyone is treated fairly and with respect, including reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities. Weseek to create and leverage our diverse workforce to build an inclusive environment across the African continent.

Note: The list of tasks / duties and responsibilities contained in this document is not necessarily exhaustive. Deloitte may ask the employee to carry out additional duties or responsibilities, which may fall reasonably within the ambit of the role profile, depending on operational requirements.

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• Upfront Payment Requests : Deloitte will never ask for any upfront payment for background checks, job training, or supplies.
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If you're unsure, make direct contact with Deloitte using our official contact details. Be careful not to use any contact details provided in the suspicious job advertisement or email.

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Overview

We’re on the hunt for a Senior Sales Lead! Are you passionate about driving sales growth, building lasting client relationships, and leading high-performing teams to exceed ambitious targets? Do you thrive in a dynamic and innovative work environment? If so, we're eager to learn more about you!

As a Senior Sales Lead, you will drive new customer acquisition through strategic sales channels while ensuring the growth and sustained profitability of these channels.

Responsibilities

As a Senior Sales Lead, you will drive new customer acquisition through strategic sales channels while ensuring the growth and sustained profitability of these channels.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-year Degree (Business/Sales & Marketing).
• The ability to develop, implement, and refine sales strategies that align with the company’s goals.
• Exceptional skills in managing, developing, and retaining talent within the telesales team. This includes recruitment, training, performance management, and fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Ability to lead a large team (200 – 500 people).

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How you'll role

As the Lead Product Engineer, you will spearhead the design and implementation of cutting-edge AWS infrastructure solutions. Your role will be pivotal in automating infrastructure provisioning, enhancing cloud environments' performance, and ensuring compliance with robust security protocols. Collaborating closely with development and DevOps teams, you will lead the charge in enhancing CI/CD pipelines while mentoring junior engineers in cloud technologies.

What you'll do

• Design and implement enterprise-level AWS infrastructure solutions
• Automate infrastructure provisioning using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize cloud environments for performance and cost-efficiency
• Enforce security and compliance through IAM policies, encryption, and auditing controls
• Collaborate with development and DevOps teams to enhance CI/CD pipelines
• Lead incident response and mentor junior engineers in cloud best practices

What you'll need

• 5+ years of experience in Cloud Engineering with a focus on AWS
• Strong knowledge of core AWS Services like EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, VPC, IAM, CloudWatch
• Expertise with IaC tools such as Terraform or AWS CloudFormation
• Proficiency in scripting languages like Python or Bash
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, ECS, EKS) and orchestration
• Deep understanding of networking, security best practices, and cloud architecture principles
• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

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