Job Openings at Media24 (Pty) Ltd

 The Role

• As Chief Financial Officer, you will be instrumental in shaping Media24's financial future during this exciting period of digital transformation. You'll partner with our executive team to drive strategic decision-making, optimise financial performance, and ensure robust financial governance across all operations.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Lead comprehensive financial planning, analysis, and reporting across all business units
• Drive the financial strategy supporting our digital-first transformation
• Oversee budget management, forecasting, and performance analysis
• Manage relationships with the shareholder, banks, auditors, and financial stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and corporate governance standards
• Lead financial due diligence for strategic initiatives, acquisitions, and divestments
• Optimise capital allocation and cash flow management
• Provide strategic financial insights to support business development and growth initiatives
• Champion cost optimisation while maintaining investment in core digital capabilities
• Manage and minimise the company’s financial risk exposure by developing and maintaining systems of internal controls, and ensuring that the internal audit and risk management functions are operating effectively
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team

 What You Bring

Essential Qualifications:

• CA(SA) or equivalent professional accounting qualification
• MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred
• Minimum 10-15 years of progressive financial leadership experience
• Prior experience as CFO or Finance Director
• Strong background in media, technology, or digital transformation industries preferred
• Proven track record in strategic financial planning and business restructuring

 Key Competencies:

• Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
• Deep understanding of digital business models and revenue streams
• Experience managing financial operations during organisational transformation
• Strong corporate governance and regulatory compliance expertise
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Advanced financial modelling and data analysis capabilities
• Leadership experience with cross-functional teams

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The opportunity

• This is a unique opportunity to serve as Media24's primary legal advisor while building strategic stakeholder relationships and contributing to board-level decision making. You'll be working at the intersection of law, media, technology, and business strategy.

What you'll be doing

Legal counsel

• Provide strategic legal counsel on media law, intellectual property, and digital content matters
• Ensure compliance across all our diverse media operations
• Manage litigation and coordinate external legal services
• Navigate complex regulatory requirements in the evolving media landscape

Stakeholder management

• Build and maintain relationships with industry partners, government agencies, and community organizations
• Represent Media24 at industry forums and regulatory discussions
• Influence policy development that affects the media sector

Board advisory and reporting

• Prepare comprehensive management reports for board meetings
• Coordinate annual report preparation and business plan development
• Present legal and regulatory updates to executive leadership
• Support governance and compliance reporting functions

What we're looking for

Essential:

• Admitted attorney with LLB from a recognised South African university
• 5+ years legal practice with 3+ years corporate advisory experience
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Experience in board reporting or executive communication

Preferred:

• LLM with specialization in media law, IP, or corporate law
• Media, publishing, or digital industry experience
• Experience with regulatory bodies