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Fidelity Vacancies – BRANCH MANAGER

Branch Manager – Fidelity Vacancies

Job Description

Overview

The Branch Manager is responsible for the overall management and growth of the branch, overseeing sales, marketing, operations, technical, and administrative functions. This role ensures operational excellence, profitability, client satisfaction, and compliance with company standards while driving community engagement and reducing crime levels.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership

• Provide strong leadership to the branch team, communicating the vision and strategy effectively.
• Make timely and strategic decisions for long-term branch growth and success.

Finance, Planning & Controls

• Develop and submit budget plans, stretch targets, and monthly business plans in line with regional requirements.
• Manage branch P&L to sustain profitability and drive growth.
• Ensure accurate financial forecasting and effective collections.

Operations Management

• Implement effective planning and production controls to increase productivity, quality, and customer service while reducing costs.
• Champion a customer-focused quality improvement culture.
• Monitor service levels and ensure prompt corrective actions where necessary.
• Manage branch fleet to prevent disruptions and ensure operational efficiency.
• Conduct client visits for contact crime and operational review.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Maintain compliance with health and safety policies, company procedures, SA laws, codes of practice, and corporate guidelines.

Marketing & Commercial Development

• Drive all marketing initiatives and ensure an annual branch marketing plan is executed.
• Enhance customer perception through engagement, social media presence, and content creation.
• Identify new market and product opportunities, and proactively communicate with clients.
• Develop creative, commercially viable solutions to meet client demands.

People Management

• Identify training and development needs and coach staff accordingly.
• Manage all HR-related functions, including recruitment, termination, and staff development.
• Build effective teams while fostering a culture of accountability and performance.

Business Development

• Identify and generate Residential Guarding and bulk sale opportunities with operational managers.
• Generate proposals, manage profitability of schemes, and drive community involvement.

Client Retention & Attrition Management

• Manage client attrition and implement strategies to retain clients.
• Drive reconnections and analyze branch attrition to develop mitigation plans.
• Minimize exposure to bad debt and financial risks through effective sales channel management.

Minimum Requirements

• Post-matric qualification in General Management preferred; diploma in Sales, Marketing, or Management advantageous.
• Minimum 3 years at mid-management level.
• Knowledge of budgets, forecasting, and P&L management.
• Grade B Security Certificate (existing or obtained on appointment).
• Security industry experience preferred.

Core Competencies

• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Extensive knowledge of operations, sales, technical, and administrative processes.
• Integrity, trust, and customer focus.
• Business acumen with strong decision-making and command skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, including advanced Excel and PowerPoint.
• Time management, team building, and results-driven mindset.
• Ability to manage work, measure performance, and drive continuous improvement.

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