Job Description
To provide expert advice and support in practice formulation and associated best practice improvements Responsible for leading and developing a team of technical resources that provide operational project and technical support
Deliver against operational and cost targets
Prioritise resource allocation to minimise and reduce wastage
Monitor costs for the financial year according to the operational plan
Allocates and approves expenditure
Review cost reports and resolves or explains variances to the budget
Identify, control and escalate potential risks that may lead to increased costs
Manage costs or expenses within approved budget to achieve cost efficiencies
Contribute to the development of larger overall area budget
Develop the budget for the next financial year for area of responsibility taking all operational plans into consideration
Research and design a longer term financial resource requirement plan for the area of responsibility
Present the business case to motivate for financial resources
Analyse and develop implementation plans against the forecasted financial budget
Develop tactical budget for area of responsibility that minimise expenditure and manage costs
Control the budget for area including the authorisation of expenditures and implementation of financial regulations Deliver customer experience excellence aligned to Organisational values and service standards
Build professional long-term relationships with customers based on trust that builds the brand
Collect and interrogate information and feedback to ensure full understanding of customer needs to deliver a quality service
Deliver service that exceeds customer expectations through proactive, innovative and appropriate solution selection and application
Provide customers with relevant information to keep them informed of products and service options
Ensure full understanding of customer needs to deliver a quality service
Ensure customer service solutions are aligned to the business operational plan; Organisational values and service standards
Communicate how customer service solution will be implemented and secures buy-in
Ensure product knowledge and advice is technically accurate and provide customers with relevant information to keep them informed of products and service options
Ensure resolution of customer queries and complaints timeously and ownership of issues
Analyse customer feedback to help improve customer service
Propose ideas to improve customer service
Build relationships that allow for the managing of expectations; the sharing of knowledge and diverse insights; and the creation of buy-in
Engage in cross-functional relationships to obtain and to provide work support
Ensure compliance with relevant statutory, legislative, policy and governance requirements in area of accountability
Ensure implementation of relevant policies, governance and practice standards across the business
Maintain knowledge on relevant legislative amendments, industry best practices and internal compliance procedures and requirements
Ensure compliance is adopted in terms of systems and procedures as laid out by organisation and review in response to audit findings and changes
Develops an understanding of risks and risk management approaches
Implement and provide input into the development of governance and compliance procedures and processes within area of specialisation and identify risks
Educates others and makes suggestions for improvements
Networks and participates in specialist risk forums where required
Implement, monitor and control business processes according to quality standards; policy; and compliance and governance requirements in area of accountability
Ensure the development, alignment, mapping and implementation of end-to-end processes aligned to the customer journey map
Research, enable and consult on improvements and opportunities to harness technology and platform enablement
Review existing processes and suggest innovative ideas to improve and streamline processes to drive efficiencies and minimise redundancy
Monitor customer feedback reports and align processes to maximise efficiencies
Provide input into the development of the busines area tactical strategy in achievement of the overall business strategy
Develop and implement an area operational plan in achievement of Business objectives
Understand competencies and skills required for own and employee's development and performance
Identify development needs and select effective solutions to address own and employee development needs
Ensure that each employee prepares a personal development plan that is implemented and reviewed as required
Provide on the job coaching and guidance
Manage team delivery against goals in the area of responsibility
Manage performance moderation, disciplinary action, recognition and retention processes in line with HR policies and procedures
Participate in Talent Management practices and processes in line with HR policies and procedures
Implement employment equity plan targets in all recruitment and employee movement activities
Manage performance of employees by clearly defining goals and objectives and providing direction, coaching and regular feedback
Ensure skills are transferred in specific functions
Ensure conflict resolution and respond to any complaints or concerns
Set relevant stretch goals for team and motivate achievement
Participate and contribute to a development culture where information regarding successes, issues, trends and ideas are actively shared
Build and sustain collaborative working relationships with relevant peers and stakeholders to achieve productivity synergies
Participate in specialist communities of practice and contribute positively to own and organisational knowledge improvement
Job Details
Application Closing Date
28/09/24
All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group's Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.
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