Chief Operating Officer

The Legends Agency Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA
750,000 €

Published 2026-03-07

Description

R 1,800,000.00 - 1,800,000.00 (South African Rand)

Job Description: Chief Operating Officer Johannesburg

Annual Salary - Up to R 1 800 000 negotiable

Head of Department TA Management Board (Initially)

Appraisal reviews to be held Quarterly

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is a key executive position within our clients businessand plays a crucial role in
overseeing the day-to-day operations and ensuring the efficient functioning of the organisation. As the COO, you
will be part of and work closely with the executive team to develop and implement the relevant strategies and
processes aligned with the overall goals and objectives. Your primary responsibilities will be to ensure
soundness for all functions reporting to you, optimise processes, manage resources, continuous improvement,
governance, assist with company growth and mitigate risks. Your leadership, strategic vision and strong operations
experience combined with business acumen will be essential in driving the business'sgrowth, improving operational
efficiency and fostering a collaborative work environment. As COO, you will play a critical role in the smooth
functioning and growth of the company. Your strategic leadership and related experience will contribute
significantly to achieving our objectives and maintaining a competitive edge in the market.

Primary responsibilities
As COO, you will play a critical role in overseeing inter alia the following functions: Delivery; Risk management;
PMO; Finance and Human Resources of the Buiness. You will work closely with the executive team to
implement business strategies and ensure operational efficiency. Your primary responsibilities will be to ensure
soundness for all functions reporting to you, optimise processes, manage resources, continuous improvement,
governance and mitigate risks. Your responsibilities inter alia will include:

Operations strategy and execution:
o Develop and implement operational strategies that align with the Companiesmission and
business objectives.
o Oversee daily operations of the company, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in all
processes.
o Identify and address operational challenges, ensuring sustainable and scalable business
operations.
Process optimisation: Identify areas for improvement and streamline operational processes to
enhance efficiency and productivity.

Leadership and management:
o Lead and mentor a high-performing operations team, fostering a culture of excellence and
o Collaborate with the executive team to set and achieve company goals and objectives.
o Oversee daily operations, including transaction processing, customer service, risk
management, and compliance.
o Ensure all operational processes are efficient, effective, and compliant with industry
standards and regulations.
Resource management: Oversee resource allocation, including financial, human and technological
resources to support business operations effectively and relevant policies.

Compliance and risk management:
o Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and industry standards.
o Develop and implement risk management strategies to mitigate operational risks.

Performance management:
o Implement KPIs and metrics to monitor operational performance and make data-driven
decisions to improve efficiency.
Cross-functional collaboration:
o Foster collaboration between departments to promote seamless workflow and effective
communication.













Location

Johannesburg
Gauteng
South Africa
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Attributes

Job type Full time
Contract type Permanent
Salary type Per annum
Occupation Chief operating officer
Min. Salary 600000
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Registered 2024-04-11
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

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