Chief Executive Officer (CEO) - Fintech
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
- Location Cape Town / Stellenbosch, Western Cape
- Full-time permanent position
- Hybrid (mostly remote with meeting in Century City once a week out of tax season)
Job Overview
Our client is a well-established South African fintech business that has spent more than a decade building a trusted digital platform within the financial services sector. Backed by leading investors and recognised for its innovation, the business is entering an exciting new phase of growth.
They are seeking an exceptional Chief Executive Officer to lead the company's next chapter. This is a rare opportunity for a product-focused executive to shape strategy, drive innovation, and transform an already successful platform into a year-round ecosystem that delivers long-term value to customers.
The successful candidate will combine strong commercial acumen with a deep understanding of product development, customer needs, and organisational leadership. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building, executing and scaling rather than simply managing.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the company's long-term strategic vision.
- Own and drive the product roadmap, ensuring customer needs remain at the centre of product development.
- Lead the business's financial performance, including P&L ownership and capital allocation.
- Work closely with the Board and
