Managing Director at NOVA Human Capital Solutions

Purpose of the role
The main purpose of this role is to direct and control all business operations. The Managing Director is responsible for giving strategic guidance and direction to the board to ensure that the Company achieves its financial vision, mission and long term goals. This person must be willing to do extensive travelling to the Cape Province.

Deliverables

• Give strategic advice and report results and findings to chairman and board members.

• Manage resources, including the attracting, hiring and retention of personnel.
• Ensure employees move in the same strategic direction to achieve its mission.
• Create and report on business plans, monitoring its efficacy and progress.
• Remain close to all stakeholders including the chairman and board members, staff, clients, key-decision makers and external service suppliers.
• Research and implement new initiatives to drive revenue, lower operating costs while maintain quality products that are competitive, all while delivery excellent customer support.
• Continuous monitoring of the annual budget and ensure that revenue/sales targets are met.
• Manage and report on the effective implementation of a marketing strategy to maintain market relevance and promote products and services to increase sales.
• Drive sales strategy to actively grow the business.
• Manage key personnel, clients and service providers.
• Maintain the quality of products, services, customer support and level of service in line with service level agreements and other retention strategies.
• Promote the wellness of staff and implement policies in line with labour legislation and health and safety guidelines to create a diverse and positive working environment.
• Preparation of annual reports and attending/presenting at board meetings.

Skills

• A proven track record of successfully managing a company or a division in a large corporate.
• Experience in the management staff, employees and available resources.
• A high level of business awareness and acumen.
• Understanding the intricacies of financial management and management.
• Excellent Leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong crisis management and conflict mediation skills.
• Successfully build and manage a diverse group of employees.
• Achieve company growth projections and targets in a dynamic and competitive environment.
• Manage operations and adapt processes within time and budgets.
• Be a strong team leader with a pragmatic approach in getting the best out of your talent.
• Build and nurture trust with teams, customers and external suppliers.

Qualifications

• Degree in a Business/Finance related field.
• Masters or MBA degree would definitely count in your favour.
• A Honours Degree/Postgraduate Diploma.