Executive Associate - Strategy

Old Mutual Insurance

Cape Town, South Africa
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8+ years executive support experience
5+ years managerial experience
Strategy formulation and operational planning
** Old Mutual Insurance is seeking a strategic and dynamic Executive Associate to join its Group Technology and Transformation team. The role involves coordinating business operations, driving project delivery, and contributing to strategy formulation to achieve organizational objectives. **

Job Summary

  • This role goes beyond traditional executive support by coordinating functional business operations and driving project delivery to enable business objectives.
  • The successful candidate will work closely with senior leadership to translate strategic priorities into operational plans ensuring flawless execution across the function.
  • Old Mutual offers exposure to senior leadership, continuous learning opportunities, and a purpose-driven culture committed to transformation and inclusion.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Old Mutual Insurance is seeking a strategic and dynamic Executive Associate to join its Group Technology and Transformation team. The role involves coordinating business operations, driving project delivery, and contributing to strategy formulation to achieve organizational objectives. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years executive support experience
  • 5+ years managerial experience
  • Strategy formulation and operational planning
  • Financial and data analysis skills
  • Board-level report preparation

Nice-to-have

  • MBA qualification advantageous
  • Consulting experience in financial services
  • Knowledge of emerging technologies
  • T-shaped profile across functional areas
  • Experience with complex document systems

Key Requirements

  • Grade 12 (Matric) required
  • 3-year tertiary qualification in Business Administration, Engineering, or Strategy
  • 8+ years general experience in executive support or operations
  • 5+ years experience managing small teams or workstreams
  • MBA is advantageous

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