Johannesburg: Transformation Verifications to work as Head of Advisory (SaaS BBBEE) – Business Consultancy experience

Location: Johannesburg Industry: B-BBEE | Compliance | SaaS Solutions Level: Senior Leadership Type: Full-time Are you a strategic powerhouse with deep expertise in B-BBEE legislation and a passion for leading high-performing teams? Our client—a trailblazer in end-to-end business compliance solutions—is seeking a visionary Head of Advisory Services to lead their dynamic advisory department into its next phase of growth and excellence. This is more than a leadership role. It’s a chance to shape the future of advisory services, drive impact across industries, and build a legacy of transformation. What You’ll Lead and Deliver As Head of Advisory Services, you’ll be the architect of strategic client success—guiding a team of expert advisors, refining advisory frameworks, and ensuring every client receives world-class service and insight. Your Mission Includes: Leadership & Team Development: Inspire, mentor, and manage a team of advisors to deliver excellence and grow professionally Client Strategy & Retention: Build trusted relationships, oversee strategic plans, and ensure advisory services drive measurable impact. Operational Excellence: Implement standardised processes, monitor KPI’s, and ensure quality across all deliverables. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other business units to drive client satisfaction and growth. Technical Expertise: Participate in the Technical Committee, review strategic reports, and guide complex client engagements. Data-Driven Decision Making: Use client data to inform strategy, identify risks, and drive continuous improvement. Team management: Able to deal with a very difficult team who consists of academics Portfolio management: Manage own set of clients What You Bring: Relevant degree MDP qualification Minimum 5 years in B-BBEE advisory, SaaS, or verification analysis MUST have proof of leading a large team of Advisors and managing own portfolio of clients successfully Risk and compliance management background Deep knowledge of B-BBEE codes and sector legislation Proven leadership in building and scaling advisory teams High EQ with strong conflict resolution, engagement, and communication skills Experience in CRM platforms (Salesforce preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite Strong analytical, strategic, and client-centric mindset Ability to thrive under pressure and lead with initiative Why This Role? Lead a high-impact team in a purpose-driven organisation Influence national compliance and empowerment strategies Work in a collaborative, fast-paced, and growth-oriented environment Be recognised for driving innovation and excellence in advisory services