
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 enterprise leadership of the South Africa payments franchise and industry interaction across business units, setting a progressive, forward-looking country agenda across commercial priorities, customer experience, payment types and rails, platforms, operations and data. Exercise clear country-level mandate to align investment and execution, anticipate market and technology shifts and drive integrated growth outcomes, while enabling effective regulatory advocacy, compliance and change.Build and represent an SBSA payments view at regulatory and industry interactions.
Type of Qualification: Masters Degree
Field of Study: Business Commerce
Type of Qualification: Post Graduate Degree
Field of Study: Business Commerce
Type of Qualification: Post Graduate Degree
Field of Study: Finance and Accounting
Personal and Private Banking
5-7 years
Broad knowledge of foreign exchange and cross-border payments, cards, acquiring, cash, collections, payment rails, payment platforms and payments technology.
5-7 years
Essential knowledge and practical experience of payments regulation, regulatory engagement, compliance obligations and regulatory change in the South African payments environment.
8-10 years
Proven track record of orchestrating complex execution across multiple business units, payment products, technology, operations, risk and control functions to deliver integrated outcomes.
More than 10 years
Significant senior or executive-level experience in payments within a large financial services institution. The incumbent must be an experienced transactional banking or payments professional with substantial leadership exposure across the payments value chain.

As a brand with a legacy of over 160 years in Africa, we have a deep understanding and belief in the boundless opportunities that this continent presents. Our vision extends beyond mere geography; it encompasses a profound recognition of the potential for growth that resonates within our people, customers, entrepreneurs, and all who share our unwavering commitment and passion for investing in Africa.
With a presence in 20 countries across sub-Saharan Africa, we have cultivated a diverse community of the most skilled, innovative, and creative minds in the industry. Our purpose is to drive Africa's growth, acting as a catalyst for inclusive and sustainable economic development in the regions we serve. We strive to improve the lives of our fellow Africans by conducting business in an ethical and responsible manner.
As a trusted partner, we consistently set higher standards and aspire to become better with each endeavour. We are more than just a banking institution; we are a driving force behind Africa's growth. Join us on this transformative journey. Together, we have the collective power to propel Africa into the future, making tangible progress for all who proudly call Africa home.