Job Vacancies at Standard Bank Group

Job Description

• To lead the Real Estate Development and Project Management function on capital projects within South Africa and African Regions towards the successful delivery across the full project life cycle, from an effective decision-making perspective in terms of project and portfolio planning, financing, initiation, resourcing, execution, governance, risk monitoring, and integrated control through to completion and finally handover. 
• We are looking for you to lead complex projects, manage internal and external stakeholders, have a commercial focus and balance working across major projects.

Qualifications

• A recognized Degree qualification relating to a technical field: Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Architecture or similar. A further qualification in Project management would be an added advantage .

Experience: 

• More than 10 years Construction Project Management experience is preferable.
• Proven end to end project management skills from concept through to completion.
• Contract administration experience.
• Exposure to program management, managing timelines and critical paths.
• Experience in running multiple projects
• Technical ability to lead and manage complex projects and programs as the key client interface
• Excellent command of written and spoken English with excellent report and bid writing skills.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead and develop a team.
• Microsoft Package (Outlook, Excel, Power Point and Word, MS Project), knowledge of share drive.

Additional Information

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure that the project team is established and is fit for purpose, in order to adequately deliver the project.
• Coordinate the whole project team and serve as a key link with the Head of REDPM and client’s representative and review the deliverable prepared by the team before passing onto the client.
• Manage and develop team spirit and ensure that staff involved in the project are committed to the same goal Identify and negotiate assignment of resources.
• Control project in respect of cost, time and quality Implement and ensure control measures for cost, time and quality are in place.
• Facilitate and ensure that all activities follow the predetermined schedule and critically
• monitor project milestones.
• Conduct regular status meetings with the Project Management team.
• Conduct periodic inspection visits to project site(s).

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Articulating Information
• Challenging Ideas
• Checking Things
• Embracing Change
• Following Procedures
• Generating Ideas
• Interpreting Data
• Making Decisions
• Meeting Timescales
• Showing Composure
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Building Engineering
• Economic Research
• Project Definition
• Project Management (Project Mgmt)
• Project Planning
• Requirements Risk Management

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Job Description

• Translates the strategic Business Banking objectives into day-to-day tactical plans that will align to the segment's client value propositions.
• Responsible to lead a team of support bankers that will provide a proficient support function to the Premium, Growth Banking teams by understanding what matters to the client.
• To take responsibility for end-to-end people management practices, high-risk routine compliance and client relationships.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Experience

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Business Management, Finance, or a related field is usually required. A Bachelor's Degree in Business Management or Finance is often preferred or ideal.
• Prior banking experience is important, typically at least 4-5 years in relationship management within commercial or business banking.
• Managerial or leadership experience of 1-2 years is often preferred.
• Knowledge areas include business economics, customer relationship management, credit principles, banking practices, regulatory requirements (such as FAIS and FICA), and sector-specific financial analysis.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Articulating Information
• Conveying Self-Confidence
• Convincing People
• Developing Expertise

Technical Competencies:

• Business Acumen (Audit)
• Customer Acceptance & Review (Business Banking)
• Customer Understanding (Business Banking)
• Financial Acumen
• Product Knowledge (Business Banking)

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Job Description

• The Specialist, Compliance Risk Integration is a critical role within the Standard Bank Group, tasked with the imperative responsibility of designing and implementing a comprehensive compliance risk framework across all Client Segments, Solutions, Corporate Functions, and African Regions. This position is pivotal in safeguarding the bank's operations and reputation.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and execute a robust strategy for integrating Compliance Risk across all facets of the Standard Bank Group.
• Conduct thorough assessments of compliance risks, ensuring a comprehensive view of potential vulnerabilities across the entire organisation.
• Engage with and influence senior executives to ensure strict adherence to compliance standards in all operational activities.
• Implement rigorous measures to mitigate operational losses, fines, penalties, and reputational damage arising from compliance breaches.
• Establish and maintain a culture of compliance excellence, positioning it as a competitive advantage for the organisation.
• Provide expert guidance on complex compliance matters, interpreting regulatory requirements and their implications for the bank's operations.
• Develop and oversee the implementation of compliance policies, procedures, and controls that align with both local and international regulatory standards.
• Lead initiatives to enhance compliance monitoring and reporting systems, ensuring timely detection and resolution of potential compliance issues.
• Collaborate with internal audit and risk management teams to ensure a cohesive approach to risk mitigation across the organisation.
• Stay abreast of evolving regulatory landscapes and emerging compliance risks, proactively adapting the bank's compliance framework to meet new challenges.

This role demands a high level of expertise, attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest standards of compliance within the financial services sector.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

• First Degree in Audit, Business Commerce, or Legal studies from a recognised institution

Professional Experience:

• Minimum of 8-10 years of extensive experience in Compliance within the financial services sector
• Demonstrated expertise in regulatory requirements and upcoming developments applicable to specific business areas
• Comprehensive understanding of banking products and activities

Critical Competencies:

• Profound knowledge of regulatory frameworks and reporting obligations within the financial services industry
• Proven ability to provide strategic compliance support across multiple disciplines
• Exceptional skills in driving effective risk integration initiatives

Additional Requirements:

• Demonstrated capacity to interpret complex regulatory requirements and their implications for banking operations
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct thorough compliance risk assessments
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, particularly when engaging with senior executives
• Proven track record in developing and implementing compliance policies, procedures, and controls
• Ability to stay abreast of evolving regulatory landscapes and proactively adapt compliance frameworks

The successful candidate must possess an unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest standards of compliance and integrity within the financial services sector. This role demands a high level of expertise, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory environments with precision and authority.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Challenging Ideas
• Convincing People
• Embracing Change
• Empowering Individuals
• Establishing Rapport
• Examining Information
• Interacting with People
• Making Decisions
• Providing Insights
• Taking Action
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Business Acumen (Audit)
• Financial Acumen
• Process Governance
• Procurement Knowledge
• Project Management (Project Mgmt)
• Promote Good Governance, Risk & Control

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Job Description

• To develop and maintain complete data architecture across several application platforms, provide capability across application platforms.
• To design, build, operationalise, secure and monitor data pipelines and data stores to applicable architecture, solution designs, standards, policies and governance requirements thus making data accessible for the evaluation and optimisation for downstream use case consumption.
• To execute data engineering duties according to standards, frameworks, and roadmaps

Qualifications

• First Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology as well as Microsoft SQL Server certification or similar
• Must have Microsoft Azure Data Tools experience with Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals (DP 900) and Microsoft Fabric Data Engineer Associate (DP 700) certification
• Must have Azure Cloud experience
• 5+ years' experience as a SQL Developer with excellent understanding of T-SQL programming and Microsoft SQL Server
• Must be able to construct databases, and have at least 5 years' experience with ETL tools such as SSIS, Data Stage, Data Ingestion and be familiar with automation tools such as M-Control or SQL Server Agent
• Jira experience will be an advantage

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Articulating Information
• Checking Things
• Developing Expertise
• Documenting Facts

Technical Competencies:

• Big Data Frameworks and Tools
• Data Engineering
• Data Integrity
• Data Quality
• IT Knowledge
• Stakeholder Management (IT)

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Job Description

• The Portfolio Relationship Manager drives new and renewal business sales, providing the Underwriting Officers with technical sales support enabling them to effectively apply guidelines and sound underwriting practices.
• Provides intelligent risk assessments and makes informed decisions within delegated underwriting authority levels while ensuring regulatory compliance and meeting all agreed upon sales targets and service level agreements.
• Actively contributes to the development of propositions, sales, retentions as well as staff and broker training.

Qualifications

• Type of Qualification: First Degree
• Field of Study: Commerce / Insurance / Risk
• Type of Qualification: First Degree
• Field of Study: Insurance / Risk Management related studies
• FAIS Compliant. – NQF level 5 (120 to 150 credits)

Experience Required:

• 15 years experience in commercial broker sales short-term insurance commercial lines property products. 
• Strong property and motor sales and underwriting and product knowledge a must. 
• Sectional Title Property insurance  experience advantage.
• 15 or more years’ experience in a portfolio management role
• 5-7 years Tial System knowledge

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Seizing Opportunities
• Taking Action
• Completing Tasks
• Upholding Standards
• Following Procedures 
• Team Work
• Interacting with people
• Examining Information  

Technical Competencies:

• Commercial Lines insurance sales and underwriting
• Policy and portfolio management
• Commercial Product Knowledge
• Insurance Market understanding
• Underwriting and pricing risk 
• Risk perception and assessment

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Job Description

• To complete high quality reviews from planning to reporting and contribute to the global implementation of the Group Compliance Monitoring methodology and processes to ensure the Standard Bank Group and all legal entities are conducting business in accordance with relevant regulations, applicable codes of conduct and within best business practice and drive the development and implementation of a combined assurance approach across all Compliance Assurance Functions.

Qualifications

• Type of Qualification: First Degree
• Field of Study: Audit
• Type of Qualification: First Degree
• Field of Study: Legal

Experience Required

Compliance Risk Management

• Compliance
• 3-4 years
• Experience in compliance monitoring, auditing or risk management within a an Insurance and asset management organisation or financial services organisation or one of the big four auditing forms. Experience in leading a team of Risk and Compliance specialist and working with business unit Heads to deliver on risk mitigation
• 3-4 years
• Overall experience in the Insurance and Asset Management sector with an understanding of the how the business and products are structured and operate. Preferably with Long Term insurance background.
• 1-2 years
• Demonstrated ability to use Data analytics techniques and methodologies to enhance the risk management culture in line with the organisational objectives.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

• Adopting Practical Approaches
• Articulating Information
• Checking Things
• Exploring Possibilities
• Generating Ideas
• Interacting with People
• Interpreting Data
• Making Decisions
• Providing Insights
• Team Working
• Thinking Positively
• Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

• Compliance
• Financial Industry Regulatory Framework
• Legal Compliance
• Promote Good Governance, Risk & Control
• Risk Management
• Strategic Planning and Reporting