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Business Project Manager (12 Months FTC) at Sanlam Group

  • Job Type Contract
  • Qualification Bachelors , National Certificate
  • Experience 5 – 8 years
  • Location Western Cape
  • City Cape Town
  • Job Field Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development&nbsp

Business Project Manager (12 Months FTC) at Sanlam Group

Business Project Manager (12 Months FTC)

Job Purpose

  • Are you passionate about driving strategic change and delivering impactful business outcomes? We are looking for a Business Project Manager to join our dynamic Business Consulting team.
  • This role is ideal for a results-driven individual who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is committed to delivering value through structured project execution. 

Key Outcomes

  • Lead cross-functional business projects from initiation to closure, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
  • Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, risks and issues while maintaining high-quality delivery standards.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across business units to ensure effective communication and engagement.
  • Drive business readiness and change adoption in partnership with Change Managers and Business Owners.
  • Ensure compliance with internal governance frameworks and regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor and report on project performance, benefits realization, and continuous improvement opportunities.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce, or related field (Project Management certification advantageous).
  • 5 to 8 years of experience in managing business-focused projects, preferably in financial services or a regulated environment.
  • Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, PRINCE2).
  • Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and influence at all levels.
  • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
  • Experience with business process improvement and digital transformation.

Competencies

  • Client focused
  • Collaborates
  • Drives results
  • Cultivates innovation
  • Being resilient & adaptable
  • Problem solving skills
  • Interpersonal & Communication skills
  • Strategic mindset

Attributes 

  • Honesty, integrity and respect 
  • Teamwork 
  • Can-do attitude 
  • Performance driven 
  • Ability to work in a high-paced environment 

What will make you successful in this role?

Qualification and Experience

  • Degree or Diploma with 5 to 8 years related experience.

Knowledge and Skills

  • Systems process analysis
  • Business requirements
  • Business process mapping
  • IT governance, compliance and quality improvements
  • Technologies

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to Sanlam Group on careers.sanlamcloud.co.za to apply

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