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Jacques Munnik
Marketing Manager, Buniness Development Director
Brackenfell
Summary
Experienced and driven collaborator with a strong business background. Demonstrates a passion for success and consistently surpasses goals. Excels in team settings, possesses strong interpersonal skills, and is proactive in achieving outcomes.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Personal Goal Pursuit: Ministry & Non-Profit
Self Employed Services
05.2015 - 04.2025
- Dedicated myself to achieving significant personal milestones, including completing a Bachelor of Theology, establishing a non-profit organisation, and assuming leadership roles within the church across three provinces.
- Initiated my ministry and actively participated in global missions.
- Sustained my engagement with the investment sector by providing freelance investment writing services for Sanlam.
- Responsibilities within ministry and non-profit organisations have encompassed comprehensive marketing and communications functions, which include developing digital campaigns, managing social media platforms, creating event materials, and leading cross-functional teams to fulfill mission-driven objectives.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Regional Manager - Offshore Specialist
Glacier International
12.2011 - 05.2015
- Company Overview: The organisation operates as a division of Sanlam, a prominent financial services group recognised for its industry leadership.
- Member of a specialised team consisting of four offshore experts on a national scale.
- Specialised offshore investment advice to financial advisors, wealth managers, and banks.
- Business development of Sanlam Glacier's offshore investment offerings.
- Distributed the offshore life platform across six provinces.
- Expanded regional presence by researching potential markets, developing strategic partnerships, and opening new locations.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to establish long-term objectives, drive growth initiatives, and align regional efforts with corporate goals.
- Boosted brand growth by devising strategic network and marketing tactics.
Director – Africa
Castlestone Management LLC
04.2007 - 11.2011
- Company Overview: A New York-headquartered independent financial advisory firm.
- I represented Castlestone Management LLC across South and Sub-Saharan Africa.
- Business development of a broad range of traditional and hybrid alternative investments to financial intermediaries, institutions, private banks, life companies, and global clients.
- Commodity funds formed a large part of the offering, which broadened my experience across the asset class matrix.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Secured key partnerships that contributed to the company''s overall growth strategy and market reach.
- Enhanced stakeholder satisfaction with timely and transparent communication strategies.
- Expanded into new markets, conducting thorough market analysis and establishing key local partnerships.
- Tracked trends and suggested enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Consulting (full-time)
Old Mutual Asset Solutions (UK)
04.2006 - 04.2007
- Consulted with Old Mutual Asset Solutions (UK) to manage specific investment marketing projects.
- Drove strategic business development into the South African advisory base.
- Responsible for several key roles within the Investment Marketing management remit.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Investment Marketing Manager
Old Mutual Asset Solutions (UK)
02.2005 - 04.2006
- Managed the international marketing support function, including: Business development support in the wholesale and retail space.
- Investment marketing support to distribution partners in three principal regions - South Africa, the Rest of Africa, and the Channel Islands.
- Directed marketing strategy research, including campaigns, and managed all aspects of the overall marketing material output and content within the investment marketing team.
- Boosted sales performance through the creation of engaging promotional materials and targeted advertising strategies.
- Managed social media accounts for optimal audience engagement and increased online presence.
- Organized successful trade show exhibits, showcasing products or services effectively to potential customers or partners.
- Streamlined internal communication processes, ensuring alignment between marketing objectives and organizational goals.
- Executed email marketing campaigns to nurture leads and convert prospects into customers.
- Trained junior marketing staff, elevating team capabilities and performance.
- Crafted persuasive marketing materials, including brochures and presentations, to support sales efforts.
- Devised content strategy to effectively engage target audiences.
- Developed creative presentations, trend reports, kitted assets, and product data sheets.
- Wrote and distributed press releases to increase brand visibility.
Investment Marketing Executive
Old Mutual Asset Solutions (UK)
07.2001 - 01.2005
- Communicated to the retail market through investment writing, performance reporting, and presentation production.
- Fund appraisal/analysis and research.
- Interviews with in-house and third-party fund managers.
- Collaborated closely with sales teams to ensure alignment between promotional activities and revenue goals.
- Communicating investment strategies, product developments, and performance notes.
- Developed and implemented targeted digital strategy to improve business performance.
- Market Reporting.
- Researched industry and marketplace trends to develop marketing solutions and enhance business operations.
- Launched marketing activities for new product lines and market penetration.
- Completed and submitted monthly and yearly reports to support executive decision making.
- Consulted with product development teams to enhance products based on customer interest data.
Client Service Reporting Associate
State Street Global Advisors
09.2000 - 06.2001
- Company Overview: A global investment management firm.
- Management of the day-to-day analytical and reporting requirements of the Client Service Department.
- Responsibility for content and timely client reporting delivery.
- Preparation of all analytics, including style analysis on client portfolios.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, facilitating effective communication across departments and teams.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
Sabbatical/Travelling
04.2000 - 09.2000
Senior Broker Consultant & Branch Managing Consultant
Old Mutual
01.1995 - 04.2000
- Managed a broker portfolio (financial advisors) comprising corporate and independent financial advisors.
- Marketing and distribution of the life insurance and investment product range.
- Assisted clients in managing regulatory compliance requirements effectively without compromising their long-term financial goals.
- Streamlined processes within the brokerage team, leading to increased efficiency and improved response times for clients.
- Improved communication channels between brokers, traders, research analysts, ensuring seamless information flow across all departments.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly and proactively offering targeted solutions to individual needs.
- Organized educational workshops for clients on various financial topics, promoting informed decision-making and deepening their understanding of investment options available in the market.
- Managed high-value accounts with precision, maintaining confidentiality and preserving trust between the firm and its clients.
Client Service Representative
Fedsure Life
01.1993 - 01.1994
- Served a local broker base.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
National service
South African Air Force
01.1992 - 12.1992
Education
B Th. - Pentecostal Theology
Auckland Park Theology Seminary
Gauteng, South Africa 04.2001 - 01.2018
N. Dip - Marketing Management
Tshwane University of Technology
Matriculation - A Level Equivalent
Nelspruit High School
Skills
Market investment evaluation
Creative content production
Social media strategy
Effective public speaking
Effective team management
Effective written communication
Skilled in Microsoft Office applications
Interdepartmental collaboration expertise
Goal-oriented planning
Market analysis
Online marketing strategies
Software
Interests
Cycling
Writing
Theology
Anthropology
Psychology
Timeline
Ordination
05-2021
Personal Goal Pursuit: Ministry & Non-Profit
Self Employed Services
05.2015 - 04.2025
Regional Manager - Offshore Specialist
Glacier International
12.2011 - 05.2015
Director – Africa
Castlestone Management LLC
04.2007 - 11.2011
Consulting (full-time)
Old Mutual Asset Solutions (UK)
04.2006 - 04.2007
Investment Marketing Manager
Old Mutual Asset Solutions (UK)
02.2005 - 04.2006
Investment Marketing Executive
Old Mutual Asset Solutions (UK)
07.2001 - 01.2005
B Th. - Pentecostal Theology
Auckland Park Theology Seminary
04.2001 - 01.2018
Client Service Reporting Associate
State Street Global Advisors
09.2000 - 06.2001
Sabbatical/Travelling
04.2000 - 09.2000
Senior Broker Consultant & Branch Managing Consultant
Old Mutual
01.1995 - 04.2000
Client Service Representative
Fedsure Life
01.1993 - 01.1994
National service
South African Air Force
01.1992 - 12.1992
N. Dip - Marketing Management
Tshwane University of Technology
Matriculation - A Level Equivalent
Nelspruit High School
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Quote
“Whether you think you can or whether you think you can’t, you’re right!”
Henry Ford
Courses Completed
- Financial Markets & The City
- Microsoft Windows
- Advanced Excel
- Internet Training
- Marketing Skills
- Legal-Technical Aspects of Insurance
- Financial Planning
- Investment Planning
- Foreign Exchange & Investing Abroad
- Tax
- Estate Planning
- Social Styles
- Management Skills
- BPP Professional Education (London)
- Internet Solutions (London)
- Aris Education (London)
- The Marketing Workshop (SA)
- Old Mutual SA
Essential Skills
- Business Development
- The complete written & verbal communication mix
- The total strategic marketing mix
- Distribution
- Leadership
Marital Status
Married, 04/01/17
Telephone
+27 (0)76 310 5613
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/16/73
- Nationality: Dual nationality: UK/RSA
School Attended
Nelspruit High School, South Africa, Matriculation (A Level Equivalent)
It Skills Summary
- Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Microsoft Windows
- MS Outlook
- Internet
- Bloomberg
- Micropal Workstation
Courses Completed
- Financial Markets & The City
- Microsoft Windows
- Advanced Excel
- Internet Training
- Marketing Skills
- Legal-Technical Aspects of Insurance
- Financial Planning
- Investment Planning
- Foreign Exchange & Investing Abroad
- Tax
- Estate Planning
- Social Styles
- Management Skills
- BPP Professional Education (London)
- Internet Solutions (London)
- Aris Education (London)
- The Marketing Workshop (SA)
- Old Mutual SA
Essential Skills
- Business Development
- The complete written & verbal communication mix
- The total strategic marketing mix
- Distribution
- Leadership
Marital Status
Married, 04/01/17
Telephone
+27 (0)76 310 5613
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/16/73
- Nationality: Dual nationality: UK/RSA
School Attended
Nelspruit High School, South Africa, Matriculation (A Level Equivalent)