Reporting directly to the Global CEO, the successful candidate will take full ownership of the local business managing day-to-day operations, leading sales strategy, and executing on the Company's vision to scale in the South African market.
Operations Management
Oversee daily operations to ensure efficiency, profitability, and compliance.
Implement and refine systems, processes, and performance controls.
Manage financial budgets, forecasts, and reporting in collaboration with international headquarters.
Ensure adherence to local legislation, contracts, and company policies.
Sales & Business Development
Own and execute the sales strategy to drive revenue and market growth.
Build, manage, and strengthen client relationships as the local face of the business.
Identify new market opportunities, partnerships, and growth channels.
Set, track, and achieve ambitious sales and business development targets.
Leadership & Strategy
Act as the strategic and operational leader for the South African office.
Collaborate with global leadership to align local operations with corporate objectives.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing local team.
Provide strategic insights and recommendations to support long-term growth.
Bachelors degree in Business Management, Sales, Marketing, or a related field (MBA advantageous).
5 to 10 years experience in a senior management role involving both operational oversight and sales leadership.
Proven track record of revenue growth, client portfolio expansion, and business scaling.
Strong financial acumen with experience managing P&L.
Background in media, technology, or digital solutions sectors preferred.
Entrepreneurial mindset with hands-on leadership approach.
Strategic thinker with operational and commercial focus.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Target-driven, self-motivated, and adaptable to fast-paced environments.
Confident working closely with a global CEO while independently managing local operations.
Boardroom Appointments is a global specialist in Recruitment, Contract Staffing, Project Staffing, Temporary Employment Solutions, Training, HR Consultancy and Expatriate Mobility that operates extensively in Africa, EMEA, America, and Europe.
We have been industry leaders since 1989. Our dynamic team of recruitment and labour professionals has serviced hundreds of clients and placed thousands of candidates in various industries across the globe. We have gained invaluable insight and experience into global market trends and human resource workings.
We have specialized divisions that enhance our ability to service all clients in the following industries:
- FMGC
- Finance, Banking and Insurance
- Manufacturing and Processing
- Oil and Gas, Mining, Engineering and Construction
- Medical, Pharmaceutical and Health Care
- Logistics and Supply Chain
- Information Technology, Media and Telecommunications
- Waste Management and Sanitation Services
- Renewable and Alternative Energy
- Retail and Commercial Property
- Agriculture and Production
- Government and Public Services
- Call Centre and Customer Support Services
Today, Boardroom Appointments has a global candidate database and network, servicing clients around the world with all their Human Capital needs.
This experience allows clients to rely on us FULLY for all their talent needs, both permanent and temporary, while they focus on their core business.
We custom design solutions to perfectly fit our client's recruitment needs and form long-lasting relationships based on quality service and flawlessly fulfilled deliverables.
Our team is comprised of passionate and driven individuals who strive to maintain the best and most professional service to our clients.
We are focused, passionate, and we love what we do.
