Regional Manager, Financial Planning at Standard Bank Group

Job Description

• We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Regional Manager to drive excellence in financial advisory services. This role is crucial in ensuring financial planners are equipped to provide Money Management & Advisory-approved solutions effectively, following the six-step financial planning process while adhering to regulatory requirements and SBG policies.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing guidance and support to financial planners to enhance service delivery.
• Ensuring compliance with all regulatory and policy requirements.
• Overseeing the completion of mandatory training interventions, including FAIS, KYC, product knowledge, risk, and compliance.

This role demands a strong commitment to regulatory compliance, professional development, and best practices in financial planning.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Commerce in Finance or Legal Degree (NQF7 or Higher)
• Certified Financial Planner or Wealth Management certification
• 120 credits or Qualification aligned with FAIS and FSCA requirements
• RE 1 Certificate: Key Individual

Professional Experience:

• A minimum of 5–7 years’ experience in financial planning, covering all FAIS product categories for Financial/Wealth Planners. Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements, compliance frameworks, and estate planning.
• Proven experience in leading a team of financial/wealth planners, driving sales performance, training, and professional development, while ensuring adherence to financial planning best practices.
• Skilled in accompanying financial/wealth planners on key client visits, providing expert input, and managing relationships across internal and external networks, including product suppliers, wealth divisions, and regulatory bodies.
• Ability to analyse the regional client base, identify growth opportunities, and allocate resources effectively to meet sales and revenue targets while ensuring alignment with financial planning value propositions.
• Expertise in workforce planning, portfolio allocation, and compliance oversight, ensuring that all financial/wealth planners maintain the necessary qualifications, training, and regulatory adherence (FAIS, KYC, risk, and compliance).

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Articulating Information & Providing Insights
• Convincing People
• Developing Expertise & Strategies
• Directing People
• Making Decisions

Technical Competencies:

• Business Acumen (Audit)
• Client Servicing
• Financial Acumen
• Financial Analysis
• Financial Planning