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.
Job DescriptionTo support the Business Head to implement programmes, projects and initiatives to enable strategy, achieve minimum standards of service, adherence to governance standards, manage costs and achieve budgets, while continuously improving operational efficiency of the team with clear objectives and established tools. Responsibilities are directed by the requirements of the Business Head and align to the strategic objectives of the business unit.
Qualifications- Bachelor of Inform Technology/Information Systems, Finance, or Business Commerce.
- Exposure to technology or digital transformation.
Experience:
- 5-7 years: Experience in business operations and managing projects to completion to achieve defined business objectives.
- Experience in influencing stakeholders at different levels across a multiple of disciplines to achieve shared outcomes, specifically within a financial services environment.
Key Impact Areas:
- Coordinate stakeholder engagement across risk, internal audit, compliance, business units/segments and shared services to ensure risk, governance, and management best practices are embedded in Technology by the accountable owners and spans across the segments with technology ownership.
- Drive data collection and reporting to enable reliable dashboards and decision-making for the CIO and Technology leadership, consolidating inputs from the accountable leads and providing the CIO with strategic insight on trends, gaps and risks emerging from the data.
- Co-ordinate the prioritisation of technology deliverables and efficiency initiatives in partnership with the Head of PMO, to ensure optimal use of resources and enable the biggest impact on strategic objectives of the business area in support of the Bank's overall strategy.
- Drive the implementation of tactical plans and manage CIO-Office initiatives to operationalise the Bank's strategy.
- Monitor controls, governance and service performance applied to IT activities, escalating gaps to the CIO and tracking remediation by the accountable owners to closure.
Behavioural Competencies:
- Articulating Information
- Interacting with People
- Managing Tasks
- Producing Output
- Team Working
Technical Competencies:
- Business Administration Skills
- Industry Knowledge
- Project Management (Project Mgmt)
- Risk/ Reward Thinking
- Written Communication
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Information Technology, Information Systems, Finance, or Business Commerce
- 5-7 years experience in business operations and managing projects
- Experience influencing stakeholders across multiple disciplines
Standard Bank Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave options span vacation, study, parental, compassionate/family responsibility, sick/short‑term incapacity, sabbatical, recognition and optional unpaid leave, subject to country practices. This breadth provides flexibility to manage family, study, health, and rest needs.
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Healthcare Strength — Core protection includes medical cover and death/incapacity insurance, with many markets offering permanent health insurance and optional life/funeral or gap‑cover add‑ons. Wellness and counselling programs further strengthen day‑to‑day health support.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Formal remuneration materials emphasize equal pay for work of equal value, structured market alignment, and pay‑equity analyses alongside clawback/forfeiture provisions. This governance signals predictable, fairness‑oriented pay practices.
Standard Bank Group Insights
What We Do
As a brand with a legacy of 161 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.
