About this role

Company Description

Standard Bank Group is a leading Africa-focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage, that offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals. Our clients range from individuals, to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

Job Description

To oversee and manage the operational delivery of the onboarding function, with a specific focus on internal operations, leading a team to drive operational performance, efficiencies, and productivity, ensuring adherence to world-class operations standards, in achieving world-class quality and service standards while effectively mitigating financial and reputation risks.

Qualifications

Type of Qualification: Advanced Diploma
Field of Study: Business Commerce
Type of Qualification: First Degree
Field of Study: Business Commerce

Experience Required
Service Management
Operations
5-7 years
Advanced experience in operations management, with a focus on client onboarding or related functions within the banking or financial services industry.
Advanced general client services and / or support experience with seasoned technical experience in client onboarding
Demonstrated success in driving operational performance, efficiencies, and productivity to meet quality and service standards.
Experience in mitigating financial and reputation risks associated with onboarding processes.
Proven track record of leadership and strategic management, with experience in leading teams to achieve operational excellence and drive performance improvement initiatives.
Strong understanding of onboarding processes, including knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

Additional Information

Behavioural Competencies:

  • Developing Expertise
  • Directing People
  • Embracing Change
  • Examining Information
  • Exploring Possibilities
  • Generating Ideas
  • Interacting with People
  • Interpreting Data
  • Making Decisions
  • Managing Tasks
  • Resolving Conflict
  • Upholding Standards

Technical Competencies:

  • Automation Acumen
  • Automation Enablement
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Coaching and Mentoring Operational Practices
  • Collaboration
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Operations Risk Management
  • Resource & Capacity Optimization
  • Strategic Alignment & Execution

Frequently Asked Questions

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Where is the Manager, Onboarding position at standardbankgroup located?
This Manager, Onboarding role at standardbankgroup is based in Gauteng, Johannesburg, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa, za. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Manager, Onboarding role at standardbankgroup full-time or part-time?
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When was the Manager, Onboarding job at standardbankgroup posted?
This Manager, Onboarding position at standardbankgroup was posted on Jun 9, 2026. Apply as soon as possible β€” early applications are often reviewed first.
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