Head of Business Enablement at Sanlam Group

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership & Alignment:

• Collaborate closely with the SIM executive team in formulating and executing the organisation's strategic plan.
• Implement business process enhancements and identify new areas for innovation.
• Develop, communicate, and execute strategic operational plans.
• Ensure strategic alignment across various business units, fostering collaborative synergies to achieve common objectives.
• Engage with the executive team to identify and drive business initiatives and innovations.

Project and Operational Oversight:

• Lead key projects to enhance the organisation's overall performance and capabilities.
• Oversee initiatives to improve workplace culture and develop performance metrics.
• Drive efforts to optimise operational structures, create digital solutions, and establish strategic partnerships.
• Manage team restructuring and collaboration, and foster industry engagement and thought leadership.
• Strengthen investment and implementation processes via better digital adoption. 
• Lead initiatives to better understand client needs, enhance client reporting and communication, and align strategic objectives.

Relationship Management:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all external relationships, including internal shared service teams, vendors, and partners for new products and solutions.
• Responsible for relationship management, ownership and oversight over key outsourced services.
• May be required to be a representative on ASISA operational workstreams.
• Manage and nurture relationships with key stakeholders to ensure seamless collaboration and alignment with organisational goals.

Technology and Innovation:

• Leverage technology to drive key projects and enhance operational efficiency.
• Identify and implement tech-driven solutions to support strategic initiatives and business growth.

Stakeholder Management:

• Manage internal stakeholders effectively, ensuring cohesive and collaborative efforts across various teams.
• Pull together resources and efforts to drive strategic operationalisation and achieve desired outcomes. 

Qualaifications and Experience:

• A Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) or an equivalent degree from a recognised institution.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in the financial industry, with a strong emphasis on investment administration and operations.
• A proven track record in a senior strategic and operational role, with successful strategic implementation and driving organisational growth.
• Strong proficiency in managing internal stakeholders and fostering collaborative efforts.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate and manage external relationships with clients, vendors, and partners.
• Expertise in leveraging technology to drive projects and enhance operational efficiency.
• Experience in Exco roles with a strong capability to drive strategic operationalisation.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with executive teams and across various business units.
• Strong project management skills with a focus on delivering results.
• Deep understanding of the financial services industry and its regulatory environment.