Chief Executive Officer at Rhizome Consulting

• Are you ready to lead with vision and drive the the Mortgage Bank to unparalleled success? As the Chief Executive Officer, you'll be at the helm of the ambitious journey, setting strategic direction and inspiring teams to achieve greatness. Our client is on the lookout for a visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead their team and chart a course for innovation and growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership and set the strategic direction of the bank, ensuring alignment with its mission, vision, and core values.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including investors, board members, regulators, customers, and employees, to foster trust and support for the bank's objectives.
• Oversee the financial health of the bank, including budgeting, financial planning, risk management, and ensuring sustainable profitability.
• Identify new business opportunities, partnerships, and markets for expansion, driving growth and diversification of the company's revenue streams.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, as well as ethical standards, promoting transparency, accountability, and good corporate governance practices.
• Make informed and strategic decisions based on thorough analysis, market trends, and input from key stakeholders, balancing short-term objectives with long-term sustainability.
• Monitor and evaluate the bank's performance against established goals and benchmarks, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Lead the bank through times of crisis or uncertainty, demonstrating resilience, adaptability, and effective communication to mitigate risks and maintain stakeholder confidence.
• Act as the primary spokesperson and ambassador for the company, representing its interests in public forums, industry events, and media engagements, and advocating for its mission and values.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance or a related field of study is required.
• A Master's degree is preferred.

Skills, Experience & Attributes

• Minimum of 15 years cognate experience in any reputable financial institution with proven track records of achievement, with at least 5 years at managerial position/s of a reputable financial institution.
• Proven track record of effective leadership is paramount with the ability to inspire, motivate, and guide teams towards common goals is essential.
• Comprehensive understanding of financial markets, banking regulations, and the mortgage industry.
• Capacity to formulate and execute long-term strategies is vital.
• Proficiency in identifying and managing risks associated with mortgage banking operations is crucial.
• Thorough knowledge of banking regulations, particularly those specific to mortgage lending, is essential.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are imperative.
• Prioritising customer satisfaction and building lasting relationships with clients is key.
• Embracing innovation and technological advancements is critical in today's mortgage banking landscape.
• The ability to adapt to changing market conditions and industry disruptions is essential.
• Upholding the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct is non-negotiable.