Executive Director – Corporate Finance

by Hire Group

in C-Suite Executive
Full Time
Cape Town
July 16, 2026
R170,000 - R220,000 / month

Job Overview

  • Date Posted
    July 16, 2026
  • Location
    Cape Town
  • Offered Salary
    R170,000 - R220,000 / month
  • Expiration date
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Job Description

Looking to lead high-level strategic initiatives in a prestigious financial institution? Our client is searching for an esteemed Executive Director for their Corporate Finance division in Cape Town. As an Executive Director, you will shape critical financial policies and directly contribute to the organisation’s long-term commercial success.

About the Role

The Executive Director will take a prominent board-level position, driving key corporate finance strategies, spearheading major transactions, and fostering relationships with crucial stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead high-level strategic financial initiatives across the corporate finance division.
  • Shape, govern, and continuously refine corporate financial policies.
  • Drive division profitability, market share, and sustainable growth.
  • Spearhead major M&A transactions and corporate restructuring.
  • Cultivate strategic partnerships and manage key client relationships.
  • Oversee strict regulatory compliance and corporate governance.
  • Mentor senior corporate finance managers and build a high-performing team.
  • Present overarching financial strategies and results to the board.

Minimum Requirements

  • CA(SA), MBA, or CFA qualification is essential.
  • Minimum 15 years of experience in corporate finance or investment banking.
  • Extensive executive or board-level leadership experience.
  • Deep, practical understanding of the South African financial sector.

Skills & Competencies

  • Visionary leadership and strategic commercial insight.
  • Advanced corporate financial structuring expertise.
  • Exceptional communication, presentation, and persuasion skills.
  • Strategic relationship building and networking capabilities.
  • In-depth market trend analysis and forecasting.

What We Offer

  • Top-tier executive compensation (R170,000 – R220,000/month).
  • Comprehensive executive benefits and equity options.
  • Significant influence over the organisation’s strategic direction.

Take the helm as an Executive Director and steer a top-tier corporate finance team. Submit your application directly to apply@hiregroup.net.

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