Provincial Manager

Are you an experienced and dynamic leader with a strong passion for the banking industry and exceptional service? Capitec Bank is seeking a Provincial Manager to join their team in Sandton. This is a significant opportunity to lead a dedicated Business Banking team, translate strategic objectives into action, and drive performance across a specific geographical region.

About Capitec Bank

Capitec Bank is one of South Africa’s most innovative and fastest-growing banks, known for its client-centric approach and commitment to financial accessibility. We believe in empowering our employees and fostering an environment where energetic and self-motivated individuals can excel. We are committed to diversity and strive to achieve our employment equity goals.

Your Role as Provincial Manager

As a Provincial Manager, you will play a crucial role in:

• Translating Capitec’s Business Banking strategy into clear, tactical sales plans, specific objectives, and measurable targets for your assigned province or region.
• Leading, mentoring, and managing your Business Banking team to ensure optimal performance, resource utilization, and the consistent achievement of monthly, quarterly, and annual targets.

Who We Are Looking For

Minimum Experience:

• 5 to 8 years of experience in a business or retail banking environment, specifically managing an operational function that spans a large provincial area.
• At least 3 years of experience managing a national or regional team of approximately 40 employees within a business or retail setting.
• Proven ability to analyze external market dynamics, apply conceptual thinking, and use commercial know-how to develop and implement effective tactical responses.
• Experience in managing a budget at a regional level.
• Demonstrated capability to leverage the full range of functional and support capabilities to boost sales and client interactions.
• An agile mindset, with the ability to create and manage momentum, drive change, and facilitate development in processes, people, and technology.

Ideal Experience:

• Previous experience specifically within a business banking environment.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce or Business Management.

Essential Knowledge and Skills

Minimum Knowledge:

You should have a strong understanding of:

• The principles and practices of business economics and the current business economic environment.
• Sales principles, methodologies, tools, and processes.
• Regional competitor tactics, distribution channels, and product offerings.
• Market segmentation propositions and various customer profiles.
• How to effectively translate organizational strategy into actionable business plans and objectives.
• The application of metrics and data to enhance performance.
• Account management principles.
• Business development principles and methodologies, especially in a sales context.
• Effective networking strategies and how to build strong stakeholder relationships within your area of responsibility.
• Leadership principles and effective people management techniques.
• Strategies for managing a workforce to drive sales in the field.
• Managing a budget, including setting targets and designing incentive structures.

Ideal Knowledge:

• Familiarity with Capitec’s internal systems and Business Bank processes.

Key Skills Required:

• Excellent Communication Skills.
• Proficient Computer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook).
• Strong Planning, Organising, and Coordination Skills.
• Effective Problem-Solving Skills.
• Exceptional Interpersonal & Relationship Management Skills.
• Robust Commercial Thinking Skills.
• Proven Influencing Skills.
• Sound Decision-Making Skills.
• High Attention to Detail.
• Strong Strategic Thinking Skills.

Conditions of Employment

• Willingness and ability to travel extensively and regularly.
• A clear criminal and credit record.
• A valid driver’s license and your own reliable vehicle are essential.

How to Apply

If you’re eager to join Capitec Bank and lead a successful team, please follow these two important steps:

1. Complete an Online Assessment: First, get a glimpse of what life at Capitec is like by completing a short assessment. Click here to start the assessment.
2. Finalize Your Application: Once you’ve finished the assessment, return to the Capitec careers portal and click the “Apply Now” button to submit your full application.