Latest Job Opportunities at Liberty Group South Africa

Purpose

• Provide complex advice and support in the development of strategy and programme management in a broadly defined group functional strategy; enabling operating model, strategy and value chain formulation and alignment.

Minimum Experience

• 8 - 10 years experience in a similar environment, of which 2 - 3 years at senior specialist level

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas [NQF Level 07] in Generic Management

Additional Minimum Qualifications

Outputs

Process

• Communicate a meaningful strategic context that articulates functional purpose, vision and mission in support of overall strategic objectives.
• Advise on the development, alignment and implementation of area specific programmes across various functions.
• Ensure effective management and delivery of specialized projects in support of the business unit's operating model.
• Ensure adherence to Programme and Project Management methodology and governance structures.
• Manages business transformation in order to effectively implement projects and change within the Liberty Corporate environment.
• Integrates change with existing programmes and ensures that new developments and adaptations are aligned with existing ones.
• Accountable for advising on and contribute to the formulation of functional operating models related to an area of specialisation, ensuring functional value-chain integration.
• Proactively identify cross-functional problems, determine the impact, patterns and trends to identify optimal alternatives and optimal solutions, anticipating future challenges.
• Plan for effective area of specialisation implementation across the value-chain in alignment with strategic objectives and priorities and specify the required measurements to monitor performance effectiveness.
• Consolidate accurate and timely reporting of project and programme status throughout its life cycle.
• Assess the challenges linked to planning, programme and project management and execution.
• Implement the data strategy by co-ordinating and facilitating data programmes to enable consistent and effective data driven business decisions.
• Manages a complex multidisciplinary transformation programme including multiple workstreams and overall accountability for cost management and resource planning.
• Accountable for the full programme management outcomes across the business and aligned with the business's strategic intent. Includes full value chain ownership across the Corporate Benefit's business.
• Develop and refine the business strategy to ensure market relevance and profitability, driving effective implementation to realise results through a well-articulated execution framework and a focus on strategic planning.
• Establish a Lean Portfolio Management Office with all it's related functions.

Customer

• Promote a customer-centric view of the organisation and promote the organisation with other thought leaders and stakeholders, related to area of specialisation.
• Develops and implements strategic plans in conjunction with Head of the business to realise overall strategic and profitability objectives.

Finance

• Direct budgeting for efficient and effective operations by translating strategic objectives into goals with specific output and targets associated with the area of specialisation.

Learning and Growth

• Contribute to the effective implementation of fit-for-purpose human capability across disciplines in support of effective people management strategies related to the area of specialisation.

Governance

• Translate the organisational risk and governance management model into a compliance framework and policies that apply to an area of specialisation across value chains, enabling the management of critical risks.
• Develops and aligns to overarching programme management governance structures, working closely and co-ordinating efforts with, central IT teams.
• Ensures consistent and rigorous alignment to Group programme methodology and governance.

Competencies

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Technical Competencies

• Project financial control and reporting (Advanced)
• Research and Information Gathering (Advanced)
• Business Interaction (Advanced)
• Efficiency improvement (Advanced)
• Reporting and Interpretation (Advanced)
• Strategic Planning (Advanced)
• Business Acumen (Advanced)
• Programme And Project Management (Advanced)

Behavioural Competencies

• Strategic Thinking (Advanced)
• Partnership Relations (Advanced)
• Professional/Technical learning (Advanced)
• People Management and Empowerment (Advanced)
• Strategic Insight and Capability (Advanced)
• Relationship Management and Networking (Advanced)

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Job Summary

• This role is integral to a buy-side investment asset management firm. It focuses on supporting and driving the adoption of the BlackRock Aladdin enterprise platform. The Front-Office Support Specialist will collaborate closely with portfolio managers to understand and deeply enhance the investment process through the efficient use of Aladdin.
• We are looking for individuals for whom we can offer the opportunity to train (certify) on the BlackRock Aladdin platform.
• Individuals that are keen to grow in the Investment Asset Management space.

Key Responsibilities

• Aladdin Platform Expertise: Serve as the primary support specialist for the BlackRock Aladdin enterprise platform, becoming an expert in its functionalities and workflows.
• Portfolio Manager Collaboration: Work closely with portfolio managers to understand their needs and challenges, ensuring that Aladdin’s capabilities are fully leveraged in the investment process.
• Platform Adoption: Lead the drive to adopt the Aladdin platform across the front office, demonstrating its benefits and efficiencies to all users.

Workflow Support and Enhancement: Support key Aladdin workflows including but not limited to:

• Portfolio management and optimisation
• Risk analytics and reporting
• Compliance monitoring
• Trade execution and order management
• Data management and integrity
• Performance attribution and reporting
• Training and User Support: Develop and deliver training programs for Aladdin users, offering ongoing support and advanced troubleshooting.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement within Aladdin workflows, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with various stakeholders, including IT, risk management, compliance, and back-office teams, to ensure a cohesive approach to using Aladdin.
• Feedback and Customization: Gather user feedback and collaborate with BlackRock and internal IT teams to customise and enhance the Aladdin platform.
• Regulatory and Compliance Oversight: Ensure the platform’s use adheres to all relevant regulatory standards and internal compliance policies.
• Change Management: Lead change management initiatives related to Aladdin, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption to the investment process.

Minimum Experience

• 3 - 5 years experience in a similar environment, of which 1 -2 years at a junior specialist level

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience in a role requiring close interaction with portfolio managers.
• Familiarity with programming languages for data analysis and process automation.
• Strong project management and organisational abilities.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to drive change effectively.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas [NQF Level 07] in Finance Economics and Accounting or Information Technology and Computer Sciences

Additional Minimum Qualifications

• Proven experience in a role supporting investment life-cycle and financial instrument valuations.
• Understanding of investment processes and financial instruments.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Finance

• Adhere to financial controls, governance and compliance policies and processes throughout an area of specialisation, contributing to cost efficiency.

Learning and Growth

• Contribute positively to human capability improvement, related to knowledge optimisation and associated with area of specialisation.

Governance

• Comply to risk and governance policies, implement and provide subject matter input to the development of related processes, applicable to the area of specialisation.

Behavioral Competencies

• Professional/Technical learning (Intermediate)
• Analytical Thinking (Proficient)
• People Management and Empowerment (Intermediate)
• Interpersonal Effectiveness (Intermediate)
• Problem Solving and Analysis (Intermediate)
• Teamwork and Cooperation (Intermediate)
• Communicating with Impact (Intermediate)
• Relationship Management and Networking (Intermediate)
• Customer Orientation (Intermediate)

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Purpose

• The primary objective of this role is to provide accountable and expert legal support, delivering comprehensive legal solutions to all Liberty and short-term businesses operating across nine countries in Africa. This involves advising on legal and regulatory requirements, supporting and contributing to documentation, resolving legal issues, and minimizing legal risks. The role ensures legally sound solutions for products, services, and applicable legislation, aligning with and advancing the strategic objectives and goals of each business unit.
• In addition, the role encompasses managing and coordinating the department's legal resources to ensure that all in-country businesses receive adequate legal support.

Key Responsibilities

Exco - Legal Executive for Liberty Africa Insurance

• Serve as a key member of the Liberty Africa Exco, representing GCFL.
• Ensure alignment with the Africa Business Strategy and Legal Strategy to support the business.
• Drive strategy and execution plans with Africa business and the Legal Team.
• Engage with business owners to understand short-term and long-term deliverables.
• Identify business gaps and determine how the Legal team can provide support.

Management

• Manage a team of legal specialists providing legal support and advice to the Liberty Africa business unit, including other African entities.
• Oversee the daily activities of the team, including workflow management, in accordance with agreed service levels with in-country and business units.
• Facilitate the ongoing professional development of the team through informal coaching, training, and formal training where necessary.
• Handle all IR aspects concerning team members in consultation with the Group Counsel and HR department.

New Ways of Working / Leadership Role:

• Serve as Project Manager on the Client Solution Delivery Agile Release Train (ART) for new ways of working in Africa.
• Oversee the execution of Africa strategic objectives delivered by legal risk, compliance, and operations (production fixes and small enhancements) teams.
• Ensure teams deliver value-adding features, operational efficiencies, and maintain a model citizen perspective from regulatory, customer, and employee viewpoints.
• Embed a risk management culture within the business.
• Lead/Direct the ART to focus on creating value and driving the overall business strategy.
• Participate as the legal team representative on dependencies required by other teams/ARTs for overall legal support/advice on project-specific matters for all countries.

Additional Key Responsibilities

Specialist Legal Services

• Maintain expert knowledge on relevant legislative amendments, industry best practices, and provide proactive, holistic advice and solutions to stakeholders across all jurisdictions in Africa.
• Understand and apply relevant legal requirements in providing advice, training, contracts, projects, and product development for each African business.
• Stay updated on new and emerging legislation and regulatory changes, conduct impact assessments, and manage/oversee implementation for each business.
• Manage legal risks in company policies and procedures for each business in Africa.
• Oversee the management of legal costs, litigation, and legal advice when utilizing external attorneys in-country.
• Draft, review, and manage contracts, policies, and service level agreements.
• Provide oversight on contract management in each country.
• Address general legal queries and advice, including but not limited to insurance matters.
• Research complex legal issues and provide input into business projects.
• Advise on legal components related to new and existing products and services.
• Lobby and provide input to in-country regulators on legislation.
• Deliver exceptional service through proactive, innovative, and appropriate legal solutions.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with stakeholders, including external attorneys and Group Legal Services, to ensure access to expert opinions on specialist areas of law.
• Translate strategies into actionable goals, executing relevant projects/initiatives aligned with strategic objectives, and implementing performance measures and control systems to track progress.
• Identify and communicate current and anticipated legal issues or risks.
• Assist and support the Group Legal Divisional Executive.
• Contribute to a TCF service excellence culture, fostering positive relationships and providing opportunities for feedback and exceptional service.
• Provide legal analysis and opinions on legislative and regulatory requirements related to in-country businesses.
• Draft and vet legal agreements, ensuring contracts are legally appropriate and meet commercial needs.
• Standardize legal documentation, balancing business and legal requirements pragmatically.
• Conduct legal analysis, draft contracts, and execute legal documentation for in-country projects.
• Proactively monitor new in-country legislation (long-term and general insurance) to manage legislative risks and opportunities.
• Review and advise on ongoing changes in regulatory environments.
• Prepare reports for Liberty Africa Exco and related forums.
• Assist in managing in-country litigious matters.

Key Skills

• Strong commercial thinking and business acumen, with a clear understanding of the organization's commercial objectives.
• Expert knowledge of legislation and regulations affecting the financial services sector.
• Proven ability to effectively manage relationships with team members and internal clients.
• Capacity to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Proficiency in providing technical guidance when necessary.
• Ability to provide assistance to legal dispute resolution team to resolve disputes.

Minimum Experience

• 8 - 10 years experience in a similar environment, of which 2 - 3 years at senior specialist level

Additional Minimum Experience

• Experience in handling legal matters across multiple African countries.
• Proven track record of providing strategic legal support to senior management and executive teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or a higher qualification.
• Admitted attorney or advocate.
• Extensive knowledge and a thorough understanding of retirement funds, insurance, and the financial services industry.
• Proven management experience.
• Expert knowledge of relevant financial services legislation.
• Comprehensive understanding and detailed knowledge of retirement fund and insurance products.