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We are niched in the communications industry with offices in Johannesburg and Cape Town from where we service all of South Africa, Africa, the Middle East, Europe and the rest of the world. Our portfolios include Digital, Creative and Client Service in Advertising, Marketing, Media, Public Relations and Corporate Communications.
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CEO

Remuneration:market-related 
Location:Johannesburg
Job level:Senior
Type:Permanent
Company:Ad Talent Africa

Job description

Who are we

We are a respected media business operating in a competitive, fast-paced environment. Our focus is on commercial growth, strong governance, operational excellence, and delivering consistent value to clients and shareholders.

Who are we looking for

An experienced, commercially driven CEO with a strong track record of leading mid-sized to large organisations.

You are strategic, decisive, and accountable. You understand the media landscape, are comfortable in board-level environments, and know how to align people, performance, and profitability.

What will you do

Strategy and performance

  • Drive profitability, growth, and shareholder returns.
  • Execute strategy with clear KPIs and cost discipline.
  • Hold senior leaders accountable for financial and operational delivery.
Leadership and culture
  • Build a high-performance, accountable culture.
  • Strengthen and align the executive team.
  • Ensure brand positioning remains competitive and relevant.

Commercial and operational oversight

  • Maintain strong relationships with key clients and suppliers.
  • Oversee major procurement, stock, and working capital management.
  • Ensure operational efficiency across regions and divisions.

Risk, governance and finance

  • Provide strategic financial oversight beyond reporting.
  • Identify and mitigate business risks.
  • Maintain strong governance and stakeholder communication.

What do you need

  • Relevant tertiary qualification
  • Proven executive leadership experience
  • Experience leading multi-functional teams
  • Strong commercial acumen and governance discipline
  • Knowledge of the media market

If you are a strategic leader ready to take full accountability for growth, performance, and brand leadership, we invite your application.

Requirements

  • Leadership
  • Operations


Posted on 26 Feb 13:45, Closing date 28 Mar