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 provide strategic leadership, operational and  oversight for the underwriting, distribution and operational functions and conferred mandates  within channel of responsibility. This role is essential for aligning growth and operational strategies within channel of responsibility overall business objectives while fostering internal collaboration and ensuring effective risk management across the portfolios within the channel.

Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study:  Business Commerce, Finance, Risk Management, Actuarial Science, Law, Engineering, or a related field. (Required)
Type of Qualification: Post Graduate Degree
Field of Study:MBA, Masters in Finance, Risk Management, or relevant professional qualification. (Preferred)     - FAIS Representative and Key Individual certifications. (Required)
 Profesional Designation : Associate or Fellow of The Insurance Institute of South Africa (AIISA or FIISA)

Experience Required
Insurance
Minimum of 12 years' progressive experience in the short term insurance industry. At least 7-10 years must be in senior management roles, with demonstrable experience in managing large, multi-functional portfolios (e.g., incorporating underwriting, claims, operations). Proven track record of developing and executing strategic plans, managing significant budgets, leading large teams, and driving operational excellence and risk management in a complex regulatory environment..

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Challenging Ideas
• Checking Things
• Developing Expertise
• Documenting Facts
• Embracing Change
• Empowering Individuals
• Establishing Rapport
• Interacting with People
• Making Decisions
• Meeting Timescales
• Team Working

Technical Competencies:

• Short Term Insurance Industry Knowledge  
• Insurance distribution /business development / Underwriting Leadership 
• Management of outsourced portfolios 
• "Regulatory Compliance
• Enterprise Risk Management 
• Corporate Governance 
• Financial Management
• Financial Planning & Analysis
• People Leadership
• Talent & Succession Planning 
• Digital & Innovation
• Digital Transformation Leadership