
Jamal Carty
@jamalcarty
Business transformation and operations leader at 7D Consultants, advising construction SMEs on tender readiness and bid submissions.
What I'm looking for
At 7D Consultants, I support small and growing construction companies with tender advisory, bid management, and business support. I assess tender readiness and help clients prepare compliant, commercially credible submissions.
Through KG Consultants and my earlier work across banking, insurance, technology, and property, I’ve worked on operational improvement, governance, customer service, and commercial delivery. At MiWay Insurance Limited, I supervised digital claims operations and handled complex customer queries, achieving a reported 95% customer satisfaction rate.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Founder & Managing Director | Tender Advisory, Construction Business Support & S
7D Consultants
Jun 2025 - Present (1 year 5 months)
· Founded and operate a construction-sector consultancy focused on supporting small and growing construction companies with administrative, tender, bid and business advisory requirements.
· Personally manage the full business lifecycle as sole owner, including business strategy, service design, client acquisition, client relationship management, proposals, pricing, administration, compliance, mark
Founder And Director
KG Consultants
Jul 2012 - Present (14 years 4 months)
· Founded and continue to operate KG Consultants as an owner-led consulting and business-services practice, with responsibility for the full business and client lifecycle.
· Lead business strategy, operational planning, client engagement, business development, marketing, service delivery, administration, commercial coordination and financial oversight.
· Provide business consulting, operational im
Mentor
7D Designs & KG Consultants
Jan 2004 - Present (22 years 10 months)
Business / Entrepreneurship; Technology; Finance; Property Consultancy (Real Estate; Property Development); Management Consultancy
· Founded and managed a creative design and technology business providing branding, web development, digital marketing and technical-support services.
· Managed finance, client relationships, projects, operations and business development.
Claims Web Chat Advisor Supervisor / Senior Claims Advisor
MiWay Insurance Limited
Nov 2014 - Oct 2021 (6 years 11 months)
· Supervised digital claims operations covering motor, non-motor and business claims, supporting service quality, team performance and customer experience.
· Implemented customer-service practices aimed at improving response times, consistency and client satisfaction.
· Handled high-volume motor claims and complex customer queries, achieving a reported 95% customer satisfaction rate.
· Resolved es
Real Estate Professional
Le Call Real Estate
Oct 2013 - Jan 2016 (2 years 3 months)
Residential property sales & rentals
Commercial and industrial sales & rentals
Property finance consultancy
Executive Broker
Agri Smart Investments (ASI)
Apr 2014 - Oct 2015 (1 year 6 months)
Executed equity transactions, provided market insights to clients, and facilitated high-value investments. Leveraged financial acumen to achieve consistent returns and enhance client portfolios. Managed client portfolios and advised clients on equity investments, specializing in agricultural portfolios.
Marketing Director
K G Consultants Inc
Jan 2012 - Oct 2015 (3 years 9 months)
Directed strategic marketing initiatives and operational improvements to enhance company visibility and efficiency. Built and maintained client accounts and strong relationships, leading to an increase in client referrals and retentions. Oversaw operational functions to drive growth and profitability.
Real Estate Professional (Commercial & Residential Properties)
Ronnie Matthews Estates
Jun 2012 - Sep 2013 (1 year 3 months)
Worked as Real Estate Professional (Commercial & Residential Properties) at Ronnie Matthews Estates.
Estate Agent
Ronnie Matthews Estates
Jun 2012 - Jul 2013 (1 year 1 month)
Assisted clients in sourcing to buying, selling, and leasing residential and commercial properties. Profiled clients and assisted with mortgage pre-qualification and home loan applications. Conducted property valuations, marketing and preparation of marketing material. Built a portfolio of satisfied clients, earning repeat business and referrals through strong customer service skills. Coordinated
Owner
7D Designs
Sep 2002 - Dec 2012 (10 years 3 months)
Worked as Owner at 7D Designs.
Provided financial planning, long-term investment, retirement, estate and short-term insurance advice to clients, achieving a 30% increase in new policy subscriptions. Developed financial plans and investment strategies tailored to client portfolios.
Worked as Manager: Quality Assurance at Standard Bank Group.
Worked as Manager: Credit Evaluations at Standard Bank Group.
Advised clients on short-term insurance solutions, tailoring coverage plans to meet individual needs. Built and maintained client relationships to enhance customer loyalty and retention. Provided risk assessments and strategic recommendations to improve client portfolios.
Marketing Consultant
Tsatsawane IT
Jan 2010 - Dec 2010 (11 months)
Developed and implemented marketing strategies to increase brand visibility and reach target audiences. Conducted market research and analyzed competitive trends to inform business strategies. Developed marketing campaigns for IT solutions, created promotional materials and digital campaigns, resulting in increased client engagement and sales.
Credit Manager: Debt Review ( Credit Rehabilitation)
Jan 2009 - Dec 2010 (1 year 11 months)
Worked as Credit Manager: Debt Review ( Credit Rehabilitation) at Standard Bank Group.
Managing Director
7D Designs (Self-owned)
Sep 2002 - Mar 2010 (7 years 6 months)
Founded and managed a creative design company offering branding and web development services, delivering graphic design and digital marketing solutions, and providing technical support services. Led all aspects of business operations, including financial management, client relations, and project oversight. Expanded the company’s client base through networking and partnerships, driving revenue grow
Credit Manager
Standard Bank South Africa
Mar 2009 - Dec 2009 (9 months)
Led quality assurance processes in debt management, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Monitored credit evaluation procedures, identifying opportunities to enhance credit risk management. Conducted comprehensive credit risk assessments for client applications and tailored solutions for debt restructuring, repayment, and consolidation. Led performance management initiatives, focusing on
Credit Manager
Standard Bank South Africa
Oct 2007 - Mar 2009 (1 year 5 months)
Oversaw credit risk assessments for home loans, ensuring adherence to compliance regulations for product portfolio. Oversaw workflow to ensure credit assessment/vetting of applications are within the SLA. Conducted thorough application reviews to decline or approve applications. Preparation of grant letters and ensuring sanction conditions are adhered to with relevant parties. Collaborations with
Worked as Auditor & Credit Administrator at Standard Bank Group.
Home Loan Specialist
Standard Bank South Africa
Jun 2007 - Sep 2007 (3 months)
Capturing, monitoring and reporting on the application turn-around times within the unit. Updating development loans schedules. Developing new administration systems and handling of all tasks within the unit.
Home Loan Consultant
Standard Bank South Africa
Aug 2006 - May 2007 (9 months)
Handled all incoming clients calls regarding home loans application status, queries and complaints. Guided clients through the home loan process, achieving a high loan approval rate due to accurate documentation and compliance. Assisting clients with fixing interest rates and access bond facilities.
Technical Support Specialist
Telkom SA
Mar 2006 - Jul 2006 (4 months)
Provided technical support for internet connectivity queries including ADSL, ISDN, Wi-Fi, and VSAT and WiMax configurations. Troubleshoot and resolve client technical and mail queries, coordinating and escalating issues to relevant business units ensuring that the set SLA is met.
Technical Support Consultant
Dimension Data [AOL]
Aug 2005 - Feb 2006 (6 months)
Setting up of client internet, mail accounts and instant messaging services. Troubleshoot & resolve mail queries and client technical issues relating to dial-up, cable, DSL connections ensuring high-quality professional customer service.
Ops Specialist
Telkom
Jan 2005 - Jan 2006 (1 year)
Worked as Ops Specialist at Telkom.
Information Technology Support Technician
Ikageng Skills Development Centre
Oct 2003 - Dec 2004 (1 year 2 months)
Managed IT support and administration for a non-profit organization focused on skills development. Set up and maintained computer networks, troubleshooting technical issues to ensure smooth operations. Trained staff and community members in basic computer skills, enhancing digital literacy within the organization.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Raucall
University of Johannesburg
Master of Business Administration
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Commerce
University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika
Bachelor of Commerce in Economics
2020 - 2023
University of Johannesburg
Financial Information Systems, Financial Accounting, Internal Auditing, Cost&Management Accounting, Programming, S/w Dev, Info Sys
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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