Current Opportunities at CA Global

• Increase net inflows amongst independent financial advisors (large, mid-tier & small) writing on external platforms.
• Have a strong existing network of IFA’s, Fund of Funds, Private Wealth & Tied Agency brokers.
• Build strong relationships amongst IFA’s, Fund of Funds, Private Wealth & Tied Agency brokers by creating the right level of activity.
• Implement the external platform sales strategy for the business

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Industry related experience, with particular focus on the technical positioning and selling of local & offshore model portfolios and unit trust funds.
• A strong network of IFA’s, Fund of Funds, Private Wealth & Tied Brokers.
• Extensive technical and/or business experience with a proven track record of innovation, delivery and performance.
• A formal Finance/Commerce degree at least at an Honours level (or equivalent qualification provided that the candidate is technically sound in all aspects of Retail Asset Management sales & marketing).
• A minimum of 5 years of sales experience in the Asset Management industry.

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Job Description:

• Our client, a mining house is seeking a Manager Studies SA who will oversee the feasibility study of the company’s mining development projects in DRC and Africa region and formulate the Africa mining development strategy in line with the global resource development strategy of the company. The incumbent will interact with multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams both in operational sites and Head Office and reports to the Deputy GM – Africa Business Development. 

Responsibilities:

• Portfolio, Pipeline and Value Management
• Government permit management
• High-stage exploration project studies, continuous achievement and enhancement of the value of mining projects
• Establishment and maintenance of the research team with a good knowledge of African mining resource conditions and market
• Participation in the research of opportunities, due diligence and implementation of the M&A mining projects in Africa
• Stakeholder relations and country/region risks management

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering / Mining related discipline
• Extensive experience in leading and developing early phase studies (Scoping, Prefeasibility and Feasibility) for major mining projects – both Greenfields and Brownfields are keys to be considered for this position

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Job Description:

• Our client, a global leading mining company, is seeking an Engineer Fire Risk Management who will be tasked with managing the fire risk portfolio at the company’s mine and the subsequent implementation of mitigation strategies towards managing and mitigating fire risk exposure by: Driving compliance to group strategies (AA fire prevention standard), Site fire risk management and reporting, and management and execution of site fire prevention strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Ensures site compliance to the company’s fire prevention Standard and Company Specifications.
• Ensures that all aspects relating to the Fire Risk Management Plan are duly researched, structured, implemented, reviewed and amended as required.
• Ensures that the site fire risk assessment is regularly reviewed and identified risks are adequately actioned by risk owners.
• Site owner of the Mandatory code of practice for fire prevention in mines.
• Leads the drafting committee in keeping the MCOP updated.
• Is the site liaison for the annual external fire risk review by GRC.
• Manages resolution of GRC risk findings with site fire risk owners.
• Implements sustainable strategies for the Inspection, Test, Maintenance program of installed fire detection and protection systems to ensure systems are ready to operate as designed.
• Is the site liaison for Level ll and Level III group ORA assurance audits.
• Manages resolution of audit findings with site fire risk owners.
• Conducts Level I self-assessments against the company Fire Prevention standard and manages resolution of risk findings with site fire risk owners.
• Ensures changes to plant and machinery that may affect the fire risk profile is assessed through the change management process.
• Manages the execution of the Inspection, Test, Maintenance program of installed fire detection and protection systems by internal and outsourced specialist resources.
• Ensures up to date Fire Risk Management and Emergency Response plans are in place in alignment with operational requirements. 
• Leads investigations into site fire incidents and conducts root cause analysis to ensure understanding, protection and improvement of fire equipment to eliminate the occurrence of fires.
• Manages the fire systems maintenance contract and contractor
• Ensures adequate capital planning is in place for execution of fire prevention projects as dictated by the site fire risk assessment
• Prepares the monthly fire risk report to site management.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Degree qualified (Mechanical Engineering)
• 3 years’ experience in an appointment in terms of Mine Health and Safety Act Section 12(1) responsible for fire prevention measures in a mine
• 3 years’ experience as an engineer managing fire risk in the mining environment, or
• Holder of GCC mines with at least 3 years’ experience carrying a 2.13.1 or 2.13.3.1 appointment
• Knowledge of the Mine Health and Safety Act
• Knowledge of Fire Engineering Standards with specific reference to NFPA/ FM Global and SANS standards

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Job Description:

• Our client, a large underground mining contractor is seeking a Senior Estimator to be based at their head office in Johannesburg. The candidate will be tasked with preparing detailed analysis of projects and liaising with engineers and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates.

Responsibilities:

• Analyse enquiry documents
• Prepare analysis of projects to include preliminary methodology, equipment selection calculations, life cycle cost, labour efficiencies
• Visit site and record information about the overall Mine, the conditions, management, availability of services such as water and electricity,
• Review labour requirements and material, to decide the most cost-effective solution.
• Confer with engineers, architects, owners, contractors and subcontractors on changes and adjustments to cost estimates
• Enter team sizes and production rates
• Consult with stakeholders to discuss and formulate estimates
• Schedule & manage bidding process and coordinate role player input
• Analyse blueprints and other documentation to prepare time, cost, materials, and labour estimates
• Decide whether to price the enquiry in consultation with management by looking at tender workload and preliminary evaluation
• BOQ (Bill of Quantities) compilation
• Budgeting and Forecasting
• Estimating of tenders

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Mining / Engineer or other Mining related qualification
• Quantity Surveyor Degree
• Work well on computer packages
• Worked in a production environment
• 5 -10 years active planning, scheduling and execution of mining projects / tenders
• Knowledge of Hard Dollar – estimating package
• Checking of submission documents
• Utilising of mining programmes (Deswik, Mine24D, Bentley or AutoCAD Packages)
• Project Management Experience
• Knowledge of Contracts
• Knowledge of the Mine Health & Safety Act and Regulations

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Job Description:

• The Head: Sales & Distribution will be responsible for the development and implementation of a robust and well-thought-out sales strategy, designed to achieve predefined objectives. These include establishing the business as a prominent and highly respected DFM, growing market share and exceeding sales targets.

In addition, the Head: Sales & Distribution will be responsible for establishing and managing a national sales team and providing support to the Chief Executive Officer in the execution of his/her responsibilities.

Responsibilities may include but not limited to:

• Formulation and implementation of strategic initiatives to grow the business’s footprint and increase market share.
• Build and leverage strong relationships amongst IFA’s & Tied Agency by adding value through your experience, professionalism, and expertise.
• Position the business as the preferred Discretionary Fund Manager.
• Recruit and manage a team of sales professionals.
• Ability to liaise at the highest level with credibility and gusto.
• Engage regularly with primary Investment partners.
• Set up fund manager roadshows, conferences, and host client engagements
• Provide Strategic input into operational and servicing processes
• Understanding the competitor landscape

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

Education:

• Matric
• A formal Commerce/Legal degree (or equivalent qualification provided that the candidate is technically sound in all aspects of Retail Asset Management sales & marketing)
• Honours Degree will be advantageous
• Certified Financial Planner (CFP®)/Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) qualifications will be advantageous
• RE Exams will be advantageous

Experience:

• A minimum of 10 years working experience within a linked investment services platform or asset management environment with a bias towards sales
• Proven Strategic abilities
• Proven management capabilities
• Strong Technical skills
• Solid IFA network
• Experience and proven track record in high performance sales environments engaging with IFA’s and other intermediaries 
• Knowledge and understanding of all applicable legislation

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Job Description:

• Our client, a global leading supplier of equipment and technical solutions for the mining and construction industries, is seeking a Business Analyst, who will play a vital role in monitoring, measuring, and analysing business activities and operating results from both a financial and operational perspective for Southern Africa operations.

Responsibilities:

• Identifying improvement areas and implementing appropriate action plans which align to business objectives, with a focus on containing costs and enhancing profitability.
• Analyses financial data and extracts and defines relevant information; interprets data for the purpose to determining past financial performance and/or project a financial probability.
• Enhance and develop FP&A reporting dashboards and metrics.
• Provide finance support, including forecasting, budgeting, and analysing variations from budget and forecast.
• Interpret financial transactions and events for users who will make economic or business decisions.
• Perform general accounting activities, including preparation/maintenance/reconciliation of ledger accounts and financial statements (e.g. balance sheet, profit-and-loss statements, capital expenditure schedules).
• Prepare, record, analyse, and report accounting transactions.
• Production planning, coordination and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Process and ensure accuracy of all books of account including general ledger, debtors, creditors, inventory and fixed assets.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Grade 12 / Equivalent qualification
• BCOM Honours Degree in Finance CIMA (ACMA status)
• 5+ years post-qualification experience in a financial management environment with strong analytical capabilities, ability to work as a team, good leadership & communication skills, attention to detail, efficiency, and ability to work under pressure with speed and accuracy.
• Experience in managing inventory systems, budgets, and forecasts
• Business, commercial, and financial acumen – Understands industry and business trends, business models, challenges, opportunities, and processes and how they impact on financial, customer, people and business performance and results.
• The ability to understand the strategic framework of any business process needs to be combined with good project management skills, as well as communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Advanced Computer literacy.
• Requires strong leadership ability, both at team and organisational level.
• A strong business systems/process improvement capability.
• Previous mining industry experience advantageous.

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Job Description:

Our client, a global leading supplier in equipment and tools, parts, service and technical solutions for the mining and infrastructure industries, is seeking a Systems Business Analyst. They will infuse technological solutions technological solutions to business-related problems and align IT development with the operational systems that run the business. They will oversee business systems – gathering and analyzing information or data and determining where to make improvements.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate company systems and current processes
• Compile objectives for improving and streamlining company procedures
• Evaluate company performance, information, and formats
• Stay abreast of developments in those industries in which the company operates
• Research and compare hardware and software needs to make recommendations for the company
• Research economic progressions to assist the organization's financial planning
• Document and create reports on systems effectiveness and recommend new system developments
• Analyze the business objectives of the stakeholder and develops solutions to their business
• issues.
• Analyze and define processes of business both “To Be” and “As Is.”
• Identify, analyze, and documents business requirements and delivers work products throughout the project life cycle.
• Problem solving and prioritizing issues identified with the business area and working with formal and informal teams to develop solutions that can work across the region.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Bachelor Information Technology/BSC Software Engineering /BCom Information Systems
• 3-5 years’ experience as a Systems Business Analyst
• Experience in business process design (or redesign) and documentation as needed
• Experience in business performance analysis and root cause analysis
• Experience in project management (end to end)
• Experience in ERP systems, Accounting & reporting systems
• Advanced Computer Literacy in MS Office particularly Excel, PowerBI and any data visualisation tools
• Mining experience advantageous

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Job Description:

• Our client is a leading OEM within the mining industry who seeks a Financial Controller to ensure general accounting is managed in accordance with accounting principles and comply with all relevant regulations, laws, and standards. Ensure compliance with IFRS, local legislation and Company processes and regulations in the general accounting area. The candidate will provide support to the Finance Manager by performing operational finance functions across all reporting and legal entities.

Responsibilities:

• Is responsible for developing the ways of working in the general accounting area
• Review and manage financial reports and accounting statements to ensure their accuracy
• Performs general accounting activities, including the preparation, maintenance, and reconciliation of ledger accounts
• Manage internal and external audits
• Prepares, records, analyzes, and reports accounting transactions and ensures the integrity of accounting records for completeness, accuracy and compliance with accepted accounting policies and principles
• Provides financial control support to Business control on forecasting activities and BPC reporting
• Prepares separate and consolidated financial statements for the group
• Prepare technical opinions on complex accounting matters
• Support the tax department on financial information and tax submissions
• Maintain the fixed asset register and all related systems and policies thereof

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• Relevant Degree
• Qualified CA (SA) 2 years’ experience post articles
• 2 year Managerial Experience
• Office Suite Literacy
• Professional, energetic, dynamic and positive team player with great business acumen
• Ability to work well within a high-pressure environment
• Must be able to liaise on all levels in the organisation
• Willing to work extended hours during financial reporting cycles as well as during ad hoc reporting periods.

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Job Description:

• An International Sporting Association and preeminent global media and entertainment company is seeking a New Ventures Lead to assist them in their operations in Southern Africa. The New Ventures Director is responsible for researching, creating, maintaining, and growing the brand extension programs for the organization. This individual will need strong strategic, negotiating & sales skills to bring in profitable brand extensions tailored to meet specific objectives, all while addressing the organizations goals. The Director of New Ventures will be responsible for forecasting, managing, and meeting set profit goals.

Responsibilities:

• Development of a regional new verticals strategy across multiple verticals to support business growth via retail channels in the organization’s priority markets.
• Identify regional partners to develop African brand extension programs for the organization.
• Negotiate brand extension categories, product selection, minimum guarantees, royalty rates, payment terms, and territory with licensees, to achieve strong margins and competitive price points at retail.
• Ensure that extension programme resonates with fans by extrapolating key values and themes from the brand and its programming and translating that into extensions by clearly articulating program requirements to partners.
• Negotiate and approve products, merchandise, and promotional deals and items, while overseeing all aspects of business terms from inception to end of the contract term.
• Help to develop & execute brand extension concepts inside retail locations and including concept shops/ stores or eCommerce sites.
• Build and manage brand extensions as part of new and renewed Marketing Partnership agreements in conjunction with both the organizations and associates’ teams.
• Manage partners through the product development cycle - from the development of creative briefs, and obtaining legal clearances, to final execution and production.
• Build forecasts by region and category.

Requirements: Qualification and Skill

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, or a related discipline.
• 10+ Years of relevant work experience in the retail space.
• Requires experience and a proven track record in building new brand and FMCG lines.
• Needs to have led significant strategic projects from launch phase through to execution and thereafter to continued growth and performance targets.
• Proven negotiation skills.
• Possesses a highly innovative business development mindset with a win-win approach to Brand building.
• Has demonstrated strong results at building internal influence and followership throughout their past organizations which can also be accomplished within our Matrixed organization and through key Global based colleagues.