Talent.com
No longer accepting applications
Regional Director : Employee Benefits Consulting

Regional Director : Employee Benefits Consulting

The Recruitment CouncilCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
8 days ago
Job description

Role : Regional Director : Employee Benefits Consulting

Category : Executive Management

Location : Cape Town

Salary : R800 000 R1 300 000 Per Annum

An established leader in the industry is seeking a seasoned professional to lead their Western Cape consulting division and oversee operational functions at their Cape Town branch. This is a strategic and hands-on role that combines high-level client consulting, team leadership, and operational oversight. Youll be responsible for delivering service excellence to clients, retaining and growing accounts, and managing a multidisciplinary team across Consulting, Actuarial, Claims Administration, and general support services.

Responsibilities

Client Consulting & Business Development :

  • Maintain strong client relationships across all levels, including Boards, Unions, and Trustees.
  • Oversee strategic consulting services to ensure client retention and satisfaction.
  • Drive new business development initiatives and maximise revenue growth within existing accounts.
  • Handle high-level client negotiations, proposals, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Develop and implement client-specific annual plans and service strategies.
  • Act as a technical resource on EB matters, legislation, compliance, and Fund governance.
  • Represent the business in meetings, caucuses, and client forums; manage and mitigate risks.
  • Guide consultants in responding to FSCA queries, fund rule amendments, and board governance.

Leadership & People Development :

  • Lead, mentor, and coach the Consulting team to deliver high performance and exceed KPIs.
  • Facilitate onboarding and training of new consultants.
  • Ensure FAIS compliance across the consulting function.
  • Promote collaboration across internal departments and drive a high-performance culture.
  • Play a key role in recruitment, succession planning, and talent development.
  • Branch Oversight :

  • Provide on-the-ground leadership for the Cape Town branch and ensure smooth operations across departments.
  • Oversee budgets, cost control, supplier contracts, and office expenditure.
  • Approve operational spend, travel expenses, and petty cash usage.
  • Manage vendor relationships and office facilities, ensuring health and safety compliance.
  • Maintain clean financial processes, including invoice approval and debtor management.
  • Qualifications & Experience :

  • Relevant tertiary qualification (Business, Finance, or related field).
  • Minimum of 8 years' experience in Employee Benefits consulting, with at least 3 years in a management role.
  • RE5 certification is essential.
  • Proven track record in high-level stakeholder management (Boards, Trustees, Unions, etc.).
  • Strong understanding of retirement fund legislation, fund governance, and EB operations.
  • Strategic thinker with business development capability and financial insight.
  • Confident in presentations, negotiations, and decision-making under pressure.
  • #J-18808-Ljbffr

    Create a job alert for this search

    Regional Director • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

    Related jobs
    • Promoted
    Corporate Consultant - Financial Wellness (JB5583)

    Corporate Consultant - Financial Wellness (JB5583)

    RecruitmentWorkFromHome, Western Cape, South Africa
    Corporate Consultant - Financial Wellness.R10 000 – R15 000 per month + travel allowance and performance‑based incentives. Remote with travel to client sites and HQ in Pretoria, Gauteng.A dynamic an...Show moreLast updated: 13 days ago
    • Promoted
    Talent Pool : Corporate Health & Employee Benefits Consultant (Cape) MMH250619-14

    Talent Pool : Corporate Health & Employee Benefits Consultant (Cape) MMH250619-14

    MomentumCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
    Talent Pool : Corporate Health & Employee Benefits Consultant (Cape) MMH — Momentum, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. The talent pool is actively managed to proactively identify and engage qua...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Business Development Consultant

    Business Development Consultant

    Tailormade SolutionCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
    We are seeking a motivated and experienced.Business Development Consultant.Temporary Employment Services (TES).The successful candidate will be responsible for developing new business opportunities...Show moreLast updated: 23 days ago
    • Promoted
    Regional Director : Employee Benefits Consulting | Cape Town

    Regional Director : Employee Benefits Consulting | Cape Town

    The Recruitment CouncilCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
    An established leader in the industry is seeking a seasoned professional to lead their Western Cape consulting division and oversee operational functions at their Cape Town branch.This is a strateg...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Regional Director

    Regional Director

    The Recruitment CouncilCape Town, South Africa
    Role : Regional Director : Employee Benefits Consulting.Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Associate Director - Career Services

    Associate Director - Career Services

    Worcester PolytechWorkFromHome, Western Cape, South Africa
    Associate Director - Career Services page is loaded## Associate Director - Career Servicesremote type : Hybrid (Remote & On-site)locations : Worcestertime type : Full timeposted on : Posted 2 D...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
    • Promoted
    Senior Employee Benefits Consultant | Constantia

    Senior Employee Benefits Consultant | Constantia

    The Recruitment CouncilCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
    Are you an experienced and strategic leader in the employee benefits space? Our client is looking for a Senior Employee Benefits Consultant to join a national group of investment specialists.This i...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Business Director

    Business Director

    OgilvyCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
    An individual who possesses a strong retail, brand & digital client service background to nurture and develop a portfolio of brands. Lead both your clients projects, along with supervision and manag...Show moreLast updated: 19 days ago
    • Promoted
    Senior Employee Benefits Consultant

    Senior Employee Benefits Consultant

    The Recruitment CouncilCape Town, South Africa
    Are you an experienced and strategic leader in the employee benefits space? Our client is looking for a Senior Employee Benefits Consultant to join a national group of investment specialists.This i...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Revenue & Partnerships Director (AI-Integrated)

    Revenue & Partnerships Director (AI-Integrated)

    SomewhereWorkFromHome, Western Cape, South Africa
    Job Title : Partnerships Director (AI-Integrated).Type : Full-time Independent Contractor.Work hours : 9 : 00 AM – 5 : 00 PM US Eastern time. This is a high-ownership position that sits at the intersection...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Clinical Program Strategy and Design Lead (CPSDL)

    Clinical Program Strategy and Design Lead (CPSDL)

    The Legends AgencyCape Town, South Africa
    Clinical Program Strategy and Design Lead (CPSDL).Shape the future of digital health and self-care innovation.Remote | R100 000 - R150 000 per month. Our client is a digital health social enterprise...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Health Economic Modelling - Senior Consultant / Engagement Manager - Multiple locations

    Health Economic Modelling - Senior Consultant / Engagement Manager - Multiple locations

    IQVIABellville, Western Cape, South Africa
    In our Real-World Solutions (RWS) team, we design and deliver innovative, data– and technology-enabled evidence programs for the pharmaceutical industry. We apply scientific rigor and advanced analy...Show moreLast updated: 8 days ago
    • Promoted
    Remote Team Building and Employee Engagement Strategies

    Remote Team Building and Employee Engagement Strategies

    NontonWorkFromHome, Western Cape, South Africa
    Remote
    Remote Team Building and Employee Engagement Strategies.Remote work, even if part-time, has been practiced in many different companies for years. And with the Covid-19 lockdown, it has become essent...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Employee Benefits Consultant

    Employee Benefits Consultant

    Esteem RecruitmentCape Town, South Africa
    Key responsibilities : Provide professional advice to clients and comply with the requirements of the FAIS Act and Codes of Conduct Consult to and service the portfolio of clients in accordance wi...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Living Benefits Claims Consultant

    Living Benefits Claims Consultant

    SanlamBellville, Western Cape, South Africa
    Sanlam Life and Savings (SLS) is focused on serving our retail and corporate clients in South Africa and further developing our strategic advantages in the South African market.Sanlam Life and Savi...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
    • Promoted
    Health and Benefits Consultant (Risk and Retirement)

    Health and Benefits Consultant (Risk and Retirement)

    WTWCape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
    Health and Benefits Consultant (Risk and Retirement).WTW Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa.The primary responsibility of this position is to consult our corporate clients on matters related to ...Show moreLast updated: 23 days ago
    • Promoted
    Strategic Sales Director

    Strategic Sales Director

    Blacksmith Agency LLCWorkFromHome, Western Cape, South Africa
    An industry-leading web design & development agency, we transform our client’s digital presence by forging cutting-edge, custom web solutions that are firmly rooted in user experience and extensive...Show moreLast updated: 7 days ago
    • Promoted
    Regional Director : Employee Benefits Consulting

    Regional Director : Employee Benefits Consulting

    The Recruitment CouncilCape Town, South Africa
    Role : Regional Director : Employee Benefits Consulting.Category : Executive Management.Salary : R800 000 R1 300 000 Per Annum. An established leader in the industry is seeking a seasoned professional ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago