Durban North: Managing Partner/ Executive Director posted by Sharon Nurock Recruitment cc

• Lead the firm to grow exponentially in five years through organic growth and strategic acquisitions.
• Execute the group’s strategic vision while ensuring compliance, quality and exceptional client service.
• Build, mentor and inspire a high-performing team aligned with the firm’s values.
• Strengthen and expand client relationships to solidify the firm’s market leadership.
• Uphold technical and regulatory excellence as the firm’s Registered Auditor (RA). 

Key Responsibilities 

Leadership & Execution

• Assume full leadership of the firm: performance, operational delivery and team outcomes.
• Translate board strategy into tangible operational plans and measurable results.
• Lead all client-facing functions to deliver world-class service and value.

Client & Business Development

• Own and nurture all client relationships.
• Drive client retention, satisfaction and cross-service engagement.
• Identify and secure new business and acquisition opportunities aligned with strategic goals.

Technical, Quality & Regulatory

• Uphold the highest professional, ethical and technical standards.
• Serve as (or become) the firm’s Registered Auditor (IRBA).
• Oversee compliance, quality control and audit review processes.

People & Culture

• Lead, develop and inspire staff across audit, accounting, tax and admin divisions.
• Manage HR, recruitment and performance processes (supported by central admin).
• Foster a culture of excellence, accountability and collaboration.

Who We’re Looking For
 
Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant (CA(SA)) – mandatory
• Eligible for or currently registered as a Registered Auditor (IRBA)

Experience

• 10+ years post-articles in audit, accounting or professional services.
• 5+ years in a senior leadership or executive role.
• Proven track record of driving growth, leading high-performing teams and managing key client portfolios.
• Strong technical, strategic and commercial acumen. 

Personal Attributes

• Inspirational leader with professional gravitas, credibility and presence.
• Commercially sharp, strategically minded and results-driven.
• Confident communicator — able to engage clients, staff and boards alike.
• Integrity-driven, emotionally intelligent and resilient.
• Motivated by scale, performance and impact.
• Growth-oriented

Compensation & Rewards

• Competitive executive salary with comprehensive benefits.
• Performance-linked share options tied to profitability and revenue growth and leadership performance.
• Annual and long-term incentives aligned with the firm’s five-year growth trajectory.
• Equity participation opportunities for long-term wealth creation.