About the Role
Responsible for developing and maintaining effective business relationships with key stakeholders including local suppliers.
Plan, co-ordinate and supervise the operational activities of the department and ensure optimal utilization of the infrastructure with regards to workplace.
Responsible for the implementation of CRE strategic direction within Africa.
Develop and implement general policies and procedures for the locations.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure excellent customer service.
Prepare and monitor the location (s) operating budget.
Project Management – required involvement in CRE moves, renovations, build and operations.
Ensure the management of internal environmental standards is adhered to and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
Perform annual review of all S&S plans in the location to ensure compliance.
About You
We are looking for an open-minded, trustworthy and enthusiastic team player who can constructively and respectfully engage in challenging conversations. To be successful, you need to be detail oriented and have strong project management, communication, negotiation, partnering and problem solving skills. Do you consider yourself to be a "self-starter" with a positive 'CAN DO' attitude, able and willing to take initiative and implement measures in a goal-oriented manner with:
Bachelor's degree in Commerce or Property Management with 2-5 years of relevant experience, or over 10 years of experience in a similar role.
Strong leadership abilities, capable of effectively managing teams across two locations.
Proficient in project management, you will be responsible for implementing local office initiatives.
Skilled in building relationships with top management and employees at all levels.
Strong business acumen.
Proficiency in MS Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.
The role is based in Johannesburg and will require some travel to Cape Town up to 50%.
Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates. #LI-Hybrid
About Swiss Re
Swiss Re is one of the world’s leading providers of reinsurance, insurance and other forms of insurance-based risk transfer, working to make the world more resilient. We anticipate and manage a wide variety of risks, from natural catastrophes and climate change to cybercrime. We cover both Property & Casualty and Life & Health. Combining experience with creative thinking and cutting-edge expertise, we create new opportunities and solutions for our clients. This is possible thanks to the collaboration of more than 14,000 employees across the world.
Our success depends on our ability to build an inclusive culture encouraging fresh perspectives and innovative thinking. We embrace a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive and develop professionally regardless of their age, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, skillset, thought or other characteristics. In our inclusive and flexible environment everyone can bring their authentic selves to work and their passion for sustainability.
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