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.

• To support the Executives in implementing a broad range of programs, projects, and initiatives to achieve the Group’s strategic objectives and address delivery gaps, implement and maintain governance standards, manage business performance and financial measures, and continuously improve operational efficiency of the Strategy Office team.
• Consolidate the status reporting for all initiatives and metrics related to the implementation of strategic initiatives.
• Provide information, status, and progress reports on strategy enablement. Initiatives as required as input to cross-functional management of information, reporting and technology.
• To provide an integrated view of strategy operationalization across a Business Segment or Region and advise on best practices to achieve strategic ambitions defined by the Group.
• Active participation in the planning and performance management process of the group

• B.SC in Accounting/Finance or related discipline
• Professional Certifications such as ACA, ACCA, CFA, or CIMA

Experience

• 7-9 years post qualification experience.
• Experience in financial modelling and data mining is required
• Experience in balancing financial and business performance will be an advantage.
• Computer literacy and knowledge of personal computers and software packages such as MS. Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Access.
• Advance proficiency in Power Point presentation.
• Good knowledge of macroeconomic, regulatory environment, understanding of IFRS.

Behavioral Competencies:

• Directing People
• Interacting with People
• Providing Insights
• Making Decisions
• Meeting timescales

Technical Competencies:

• Business Acumen
• Strategic Planning and Reporting
• Industry Knowledge
• Written Communication
• Risk/ Reward Thinking