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• A leading JSE-listed Financial Services organisation is seeking a Sustainability Data Analyst to join their expanding sustainability department in Cape Town. This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to contribute directly to renewable energy, water stewardship, resource efficiency, and social upliftment initiatives across a high-value portfolio. You will be part of a small, high-performing team that values collaboration, continuous learning, and professional growth. The position promises increasing responsibility over time, broadening both your technical and commercial expertise while supporting strategic business decisions through advanced data analytics and automation.
• If you are passionate about sustainability, enjoy working with numbers and people alike, and thrive in a professional environment that encourages innovation and knowledge sharing, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact.

Key qualifications and experience required for the Sustainability Data Analyst

• A degreein Finance, Computer Science, Chemical/Electrical Engineering, Econometrics or another discipline with strong quantitative focus.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a similar analytical position where you have demonstrated your ability to work with complex datasets.
• Proficiency in Python for automation tasks including scripting and data analysis (Essential).
• Data modelling experience
• API integrations experience

Key duties for the Sustainability Data Analyst

• Analyse complex datasets related to energy consumption, water usage, and social metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement across the portfolio.
• Validate and interpret data from multiple internal and external sources to ensure accuracy and integrity throughout all reporting processes.
• Prepare detailed financial and operational analyses that support investment decisions and strategic business planning within the sustainability function.
• Produce clear reports, graphs, visualisations, and presentations that effectively communicate usage patterns and emerging trends to stakeholders.
• Maintain and enhance existing analytical models, dashboards, and reporting tools to improve operational efficiency and decision-making capabilities.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement by reducing manual tasks through automation using Python scripts and web scrapers.
• Uphold quality standards and governanceof sustainability data across all systems and tools to ensure compliance with best practices.
• Support the preparation of annual Sustainability Reports, Integrated Annual Reports, and stakeholder presentations by providing insightful commentary and research recommendations.
• Liaise with internal teams as well as external consultants in preparing reports and responding to queries from other departments regarding sustainability initiatives.
• Assist with the implementation of renewable energy projects such as battery storage or water resilience solutions by monitoring performance and coordinating project documentation.

Key skills

• Advanced skills in MS Excel for modelling - NB
• MS Word, PowerPoint for creating compelling presentations; plus strong data visualisation capability are vital.
• Ability to think outside the box – generate new ideas
• Go getter, eager to learn, energetic
• Demonstrated experience producing accurate reports from large datasets
• Strong organisational skills coupled with proven project coordination abilities
• A proactive approach combined with adaptability.
• Personal qualities such as integrity, credibility, and commitment to professional ethics
• Sound judgement when applying responsibilities within policy guidelines
   

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A prestigious client is seeking a Principal Consultant to join their forward-thinking team in Sandton. This unique opportunity is tailored for senior professionals who have already achieved significant milestones in their careers but are now searching for greater purpose, meaningful equity, and the chance to build businesses with enduring significance. The role offers you the platform to express your entrepreneurial instincts, operate at the forefront of high-growth ventures.

This organisation stands out as a true partner to its clients—co-investing in every venture it helps create so that success is genuinely shared. Here you’ll find an unwavering commitment to building future-relevant businesses that leave a lasting legacy across industries worldwide. The culture is built on mutual support: everyone is accountable not just for their own results but for uplifting those around them too. Bureaucracy takes a back seat so you can focus on what matters most—creating value alongside some of the brightest minds in the field. With access to meaningful equity participation in each project’s upside potential—and the freedom to pursue bold ideas—you’ll enjoy both professional fulfilment and personal growth. This is more than just another consulting role; it’s an invitation to shape tomorrow’s leading brands while working within an inclusive community defined by excellence—and having fun along the way.
As a Principal Consultant based in Sandton, you will play an instrumental role in shaping future-relevant businesses alongside industry leaders. Your days will be filled with originating executive-level strategy engagements that span multiple workstreams—each requiring your expertise in problem framing and hypothesis design. You will guide clients through complex transactions such as mergers and acquisitions or public-private partnerships while ensuring seamless integration and value realisation. Your entrepreneurial spirit will shine as you identify new venture opportunities, manage investment portfolios, and scale innovative businesses from inception to market leadership. Building trusted relationships with C-suite executives will be second nature as you develop new accounts and shape compelling proposals. Your commercial insight will inform pricing strategies and deal structures that drive sustainable growth. By facilitating executive workshops and aligning diverse stakeholder interests, you will transform strategic visions into reality. Success in this role means balancing big-picture thinking with meticulous attention to detail—all while fostering a supportive team culture that thrives on shared achievement.

• Originate and lead multi-workstream strategy engagements at executive level, acting as a trusted advisor to C-suite and board-level stakeholders across diverse industries.
• Design problem framing and hypothesis development processes, overseeing strategic roadmaps from conception through to implementation oversight.
• Identify, evaluate, and execute mergers, acquisitions, and strategic partnerships while supporting clients throughout the entire transaction lifecycle including opportunity screening, valuation, execution, integration planning, and synergy realisation.
• Structure complex public-private partnerships by navigating regulatory frameworks and governance requirements while raising project finance and managing multi-stakeholder programmes through completion.
• Drive corporate venturing initiatives by identifying investment opportunities, designing mandates, managing portfolios, conducting commercial due diligence, and scaling early-stage ventures with operational support.
• Build and nurture new client relationships by shaping proposals, leading or co-leading pitches, and developing business opportunities that result in successful long-term engagements.
• Demonstrate strong commercial acumen through pricing strategies, deal shaping activities, and a deep understanding of how advisory businesses generate revenue.
• Facilitate executive workshops that align competing interests among stakeholders while crystallising strategic choices into actionable plans.
• Maintain strategic perspective while engaging with granular detail; apply strong organisational discipline combined with a hands-on approach to drive outcomes effectively.
• Lead high-performing teams by coaching, mentoring, and retaining top talent within a collaborative environment focused on excellence.

To excel as a Principal Consultant in this role, your extensive experience in strategy or management consulting—ideally at Associate Director or Partner level—will set you apart. Your established network of C-suite contacts enables you to open doors for new business development while nurturing existing relationships into long-term partnerships. You bring not only technical expertise but also an entrepreneurial mindset that embraces both financial risk and reward. Your commercial awareness ensures every engagement is structured for mutual benefit. As someone who thrives on collaboration within high-performing teams, your interpersonal skills foster trust among colleagues and clients alike. You possess outstanding communication abilities—both written and verbal—that allow you to facilitate workshops where complex ideas become clear strategies. Your capacity for balancing strategic vision with operational discipline ensures no detail is overlooked as you drive projects from concept through execution. Above all else, your passion for building enduring businesses aligns perfectly with an environment where value creation is paramount.

• 10-15+ years’ experience in strategy or management consulting or equivalent corporate strategy/private equity background with a proven track record of leading complex programmes at Associate Director or Partner level within tier-one consulting firms.
• A well-established professional network featuring substantive relationships at C-suite and board levels across various sectors.
• Demonstrated ability to originate new client relationships and develop business opportunities that consistently result in successful engagements.
• Expertise in building and growing client accounts through proposal development and leading/co-leading pitches for major projects.
• Strong commercial acumen encompassing pricing strategies, deal shaping skills, and comprehensive understanding of advisory business models.
• Proven capability as a trusted advisor to senior executives within client organisations—offering guidance on critical decisions underpinned by sound judgement.
• Comfortable with financial risk/reward dynamics including equity-based compensation structures; able to thrive amid the volatility inherent in venture-building environments.
• Entrepreneurial orientation paired with creative disposition; verifiable record of innovative thinking applied to business ownership responsibilities rather than pure advisory roles.
• Exceptional communication skills demonstrated through both verbal presentations and written reports; adept at running executive workshops that align diverse interests toward common goals.
• Ability to maintain strategic perspective whilst engaging deeply with operational details; disciplined organiser willing to take hands-on responsibility for driving outcomes.

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A leading provider of adventure travel experiences is seeking a Marketing Manager to join their remote team in South Africa. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to shape and elevate the brand presence of a company renowned for its commitment to unforgettable journeys and customer satisfaction. You will be empowered to design and execute comprehensive marketing strategies, drive growth, and ensure the brand’s voice resonates across all channels.

This organisation stands out for its unwavering dedication to delivering extraordinary travel experiences while fostering a culture rooted in collaboration and mutual respect. Employees benefit from flexible remote working arrangements that empower them to achieve both personal fulfilment and professional success without compromise. The company’s inclusive ethos encourages knowledge sharing across borders—offering unique opportunities for growth through exposure to international markets. With a focus on continuous improvement supported by access to advanced digital tools and resources, team members are equipped not just for today’s challenges but also tomorrow’s possibilities. Here you’ll find an environment where your contributions are genuinely valued—and where your career can flourish alongside like-minded professionals who share your passion for making a difference.

As a Marketing Manager within this forward-thinking organisation, you will be entrusted with crafting impactful marketing strategies that drive tangible growth. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve translating business goals into compelling campaigns that enhance visibility and foster trust among diverse audiences. You will leverage cutting-edge digital tools—ranging from website analytics to AI-powered content optimisation—to maximise campaign effectiveness. Collaboration is at the heart of this role; you will work closely with both internal teams and external partners to ensure every project aligns with strategic objectives. Your expertise in brand management will shine as you oversee everything from digital identity to printed collateral. Additionally, your commercial acumen will come into play as you engage directly with potential clients and partners—explaining service offerings through engaging presentations and thoughtful follow-ups. Success in this position means not only delivering measurable results but also ensuring that every touchpoint reflects the company’s core values.

• Design, implement, and continuously refine a bespoke marketing strategy focused on expanding the company’s customer base and enhancing market reach.
• Translate overarching business objectives into actionable marketing initiatives that boost visibility, trust, and the appeal of the company’s services.
• Utilise modern marketing tools such as website management platforms, analytics suites, CRM systems, automation solutions, and AI-assisted content creation tools to optimise campaigns.
• Manage and coordinate relationships with external partners including designers, developers, and agencies to ensure strategic alignment and flawless execution of projects.
• Define and execute the company’s brand positioning, identity, and messaging consistently across all communication channels.
• Lead the creation, evolution, and ongoing management of all brand assets including website content, SEO updates, branded brochures, presentations, corporate documentation, newsletters, communications, and social media content.
• Ensure consistent brand expression among all stakeholders including customers, prospective clients, suppliers, and partners.
• Act as a commercial representative by engaging with prospective customers and partners to articulate the company value proposition and service offerings.
• Conduct introductory calls, deliver presentations, follow up with leads, and nurture relationships to convert prospects into loyal customers.
• Contribute actively to the development of sales scripts and commercial messaging to ensure seamless alignment between marketing strategy and sales execution.

What you bring:

To excel as a Marketing Manager in this role, your background should reflect substantial experience in both branding initiatives and holistic marketing strategy execution. Your proven ability to manage complex projects—from conceptualisation through delivery—will set you apart. You bring not only technical proficiency with digital tools but also an intuitive grasp of how storytelling can build lasting trust. Your interpersonal skills enable you to connect meaningfully with colleagues across departments as well as external collaborators. A solid academic foundation underpins your practical expertise while your commercial awareness ensures alignment between marketing efforts and broader business objectives. Experience engaging directly with clients or partners—especially within international or B2B contexts—will be highly valued. Above all else, your enthusiasm for nurturing brands combined with your adaptability makes you an ideal fit for this flexible remote opportunity.

• Demonstrated experience in branding with a proven track record of building or maintaining strong brand identities across multiple channels.
• Extensive background in marketing with hands-on involvement in executing or managing end-to-end strategies that have delivered measurable business growth.
• Exposure to commercial or sales roles or a deep understanding of sales dynamics within B2B environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing or communication or equivalent relevant certifications demonstrating your commitment to professional excellence.
• Comprehensive understanding of brand positioning principles, storytelling techniques, and methods for building trust with diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in using modern digital marketing tools including website management platforms (such as WordPress), analytics suites (like Google Analytics), CRM systems (such as HubSpot), automation platforms (like Mailchimp), design tools (Figma/Adobe/Canva), and AI-driven solutions for content creation or optimisation.
• Commercially minded approach enabling you to engage prospects effectively—qualifying leads thoughtfully before converting them into satisfied customers.
• Exceptional communication skills paired with an ability to collaborate seamlessly within teams as well as when coordinating external partners or agencies.
• Entrepreneurial mindset suited for remote work environments; willingness to travel if necessary for key meetings or events.
• Fluency in English is essential; preference given to candidates located within ±4 UTC time zone who have exposure to international B2B markets.

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A leading nationwide distributor of electronic security equipment and accessories is seeking an accomplished Internal Auditor to join their team on a fixed-term basis. This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to shape and embed a robust internal audit and risk management function across five trading entities, ensuring business-wide assurance over key risks, controls, and reporting. With flexible on-site working arrangements (3–5 days per week) at modern offices in Greenstone.

This organisation stands out as South Africa’s foremost distributor of electronic security equipment reputation built on decades of reliability, innovation, and customer trust. Employees benefit from being part of a stable yet progressive company that values transparency in its operations as much as it does growth opportunities for its people. The workplace culture encourages open communication between departments while fostering mutual respect among colleagues at all levels. Flexible working arrangements reflect genuine consideration for work-life balance without sacrificing collaboration or accountability. As part of this team-oriented environment, you’ll find ample scope for professional development through exposure to diverse business functions spanning five trading entities nationwide. The company’s unwavering commitment to ethical conduct means your contributions toward strengthening governance structures will be genuinely appreciated—and rewarded accordingly—with competitive remuneration packages designed to attract only the best talent in the field.

As an Internal Auditor in this influential role, you will be entrusted with establishing a structured internal audit framework that underpins every aspect of the organisation’s operations. Your day-to-day activities will involve collaborating with executive leadership to identify critical risks, developing tools such as risk matrices and registers that provide transparency across all business units. You will design tailored audit programmes that address both routine processes and emerging threats while delivering insightful reports that inform strategic decision-making at the highest levels. Your ability to conduct thorough effectiveness assessments will ensure continuous improvement in controls. By engaging constructively with stakeholders at all levels—from board members to branch teams—you will foster a culture of accountability while supporting compliance initiatives. Your expertise in IT systems risk will further enhance the organisation’s defences against evolving digital threats. Success in this position means being recognised as a trusted advisor whose recommendations drive meaningful change across the entire group.

• Support the Finance Director in implementing a comprehensive risk-based approach at an executive level that encompasses all areas of the business including strategic, commercial, operational, IT, and people management risks.
• Develop and maintain an up-to-date risk matrix by scoring and prioritising top business risks across all functions and product categories to ensure effective mitigation strategies are in place.
• Build and manage a detailed group risk register that captures risk identification, ownership, mitigating controls, and residual risk ratings for ongoing monitoring.
• Design and deliver executive-level KPI scorecard reporting that tracks key performance indicators and risk metrics for leadership teams and the Board.
• Develop, plan, and execute an annual risk-based internal audit programme covering branches, functions, and business processes to ensure thorough oversight.
• Take responsibility for designing audit testing procedures and performing required testing activities independently or with support from finance staff on larger projects.
• Conduct periodic effectiveness assessments of the internal control environment as well as the audit function itself, recommending improvements to close identified gaps.
• Collaborate closely with the Finance team and Risk Officer as a proactive safeguard against fraud, theft, and non-compliance throughout the organisation.
• Engage confidently with senior stakeholders and branch operations to communicate findings clearly and drive accountability for remediation actions.
• Undertake IT systems risk reviews including access controls, business process reviews, and IT operational risks to strengthen overall organisational resilience.

To excel as an Internal Auditor in this setting, your extensive background in auditing—spanning at least ten years—will empower you to navigate complex regulatory landscapes with confidence. Your academic credentials underpin your technical proficiency while advanced certifications signal your commitment to professional excellence. Experience within retail or distribution environments equips you with valuable context for assessing sector-specific challenges. Your nuanced understanding of risk management frameworks enables you to craft bespoke solutions that address both immediate concerns and long-term objectives. Interpersonal sensitivity is crucial; your capacity for empathetic yet firm stakeholder engagement ensures buy-in even when difficult messages must be delivered. Precision in analysis coupled with articulate reporting makes your insights actionable for executives. Familiarity with IT system vulnerabilities rounds out your skill set—enabling holistic protection against both traditional financial risks and modern cyber threats. Ultimately, your blend of technical acumen, industry awareness, interpersonal finesse, and ethical resolve positions you as an indispensable partner in safeguarding organisational success.

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in internal or external audit roles within complex organisations where you have demonstrated sound judgement in high-stakes environments.
• Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree with Honours is essential; additional qualifications such as CIA or CA(SA) are highly advantageous for this position.
• Proven exposure to retail, wholesale or distribution sectors is preferred as it enables you to understand industry-specific risks and operational nuances.
• Deep understanding of risk frameworks combined with practical knowledge of internal control principles ensures you can design effective assurance mechanisms.
• Demonstrated ability to engage independently with senior stakeholders while maintaining professionalism during challenging conversations about compliance or integrity issues.
• Exceptional attention to detail paired with strong analytical skills allows you to identify subtle patterns or discrepancies that may indicate underlying risks.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills enable you to produce clear executive reports that influence decision-makers at all levels.
• Experience conducting IT systems risk reviews—including access controls, business process evaluations, and operational technology risks—adds significant value to your candidacy.
• Ability to adapt between roles as trusted advisor or disciplinarian depending on situational requirements demonstrates flexibility without compromising ethical standards.