Job Description Are you someone who enjoys ‘getting things done’ and finds ways to drive tangible outcomes?Are you a strategic thinker and analytical in your approachThe purpose of this role is intended to transform the productivity of the EVP, AMEA by ensuring that actions determined at a range of business meetings are effectively recorded, tracked and driven through to a timely and successful conclusion.This role is the EVP, AMEA’s right hand person; focused on partnering and execution. In addition, the Business Executive will lead individual projects and work streams that require direct oversight from the EVP, AMEA to achieve desired outcomes. The Business Executive will work with the EVP, AME with reporting and data to improve decision making and enable successful delivery against commitments.This is a development role that will introduce the Business Executive to the business in its entirety, to strategy and decision-making at the highest levels and establish strong relationships with senior leaders around the globe. It will provide a springboard after 18-24 months for a move into a role within AMEA or an operating business. Key Responsibilities Key Responsibilities Key accountabilities and decision ownership:• Participate with the EVP, AME at some executive meetings, business reviews and other key meetings where decisions are made and actions determined, to ensure outcomes are recorded, accountabilities are made clear, tracked and subsequently delivered against.• Undertake short-term projects initiated by the EVP, AME that are focused in scope and distinct from those managed through the PMO.• Proactively gather data and provide reporting that will enable the EVP, AME to prepare effectively for meetings and maximize their productivity.• Manage relationships on behalf of the EVP, AME with specified external stakeholders to maximize potential benefit and minimize unnecessary distraction.• Liaise closely with the EVP, AME administrative assistants and with leadership to ensure effective agendas, meeting preparation and clarity of ownership coming out of meetings so that deliverables are seamlessly achieved.• To brief participants in advance of business/product/marketing reviews to ensure maximum meeting productivity for all.• Detect problems both within and across delivery and project streams and working with colleagues to develop remedial plans where necessary• To support the content development of specified internal and external presentations, recognizing that on most occasions functional or business leaders will take ownershipBackground ofExperience in strategic planning & executePrevious experience with working with business partner networkMust be willing to travel, regionally and internationallyHighly autonomous with the ability to work on own initiativeStrong customer focus, Executive focus and high-level customer service ethicsTarget drivenTechnical / professional qualifications:B Com Degree, MBA Advantageous Function Country Country South Africa Office Location Office Location Johannesburg Work Place type Work Place type Hybrid Advert Advert Working at Sage means you’re supporting millions of small and medium sized businesses globally with technology to work faster and smarter. We leverage the future of AI, meaning business owners spend less time doing routine tasks, like entering invoices and generating reports, and more time pursuing their ambitions.Our colleagues are the best of the best. It’s why we were awarded 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor. Because to achieve extraordinary outcomes, we need extraordinary teams. This means infusing Sage with people who knock down barriers, continuously innovate, and want to experience their potential.Learn more about working at Sage: sage.com/en-gb/company/careers/working-at-sage/ Watch a video about our culture: youtube.com/watch?v=qIoiCpZH-QE We celebrate individuality and welcome you to join us if you embrace all backgrounds, identities, beliefs, and ways of working. If you need support applying, reach out at careers@sage.com .Learn more about DEI at Sage: sage.com/en-gb/company/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/#J-18808-Ljbffr