Expansion & Operation Manager - South Africa (iGaming / Fintech)

Our client believes in the power of Virtual Advancement—leveraging digital innovation and strategic foresight to help businesses excel in a rapidly evolving world. With a focus on agility and adaptability, they work alongside organisations to simplify complexity, enhance operations, and implement strategies that foster long-term success.

Their team partners with startups, SMEs, and large enterprises across various industries, enabling clients to harness technology, data, and strategic insight to gain sustainable competitive advantage. From expanding into new markets to building resilient financial roadmaps, our client serves as a trusted advisor committed to creating meaningful impact Whether the goal is operational optimisation or future-focused growth, our client delivers the clarity and capability needed to navigate change and lead with confidence

Role Overview

Our client is seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial, and results-driven Expansion & Operation Manager to pioneer their entry and growth in the South African market. This is a foundational leadership role for an individual who thrives on building businesses from the ground up. You will be responsible for the entire lifecycle of their South African operations, from developing the initial market entry strategy and navigating the regulatory landscape to establishing a physical presence, hiring a team, and scaling day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with exceptional business acumen and a profound understanding of the local market.

Job Type : Full time / Permanent

Location : Cape Town, South Africa

Work Place : Remote ( Initial remote work within Cape Town is supported during the setup phase, with the expectation of transitioning to an office-based role.)

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Commerce, Economics, or a related field.
• An MBA or other relevant postgraduate degree is highly advantageous.
• Experience : A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in a senior role with a focus on operations management, general management, or business expansion. Demonstrable experience in launching or scaling a new business unit, market, or major project is essential.
• Local Market Expertise : Deep, intrinsic understanding of the South African business environment, including cultural nuances, consumer behaviour, and economic trends.
• Regulatory Knowledge : Proven experience navigating South African regulatory frameworks, including company law, labour laws, and B-BBEE principles.
• Financial Acumen : Strong P&L management and budgeting skills are mandatory.
• Leadership Skills : A natural leader with the ability to inspire and motivate a team, set a clear vision, and lead by example.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit : A proactive, self-starting mindset with the ability to operate independently, make critical decisions, and thrive in an unstructured, fast-paced environment.
• Communication : Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills (both written and verbal) in English. Proficiency in other official South African languages is an advantage.

Responsibilities

Market Expansion & Strategy :

Operations & Team Leadership :