# Jamal Carty Jamal Carty is a remote worker on Himalayas, Founder & Managing Director | Tender Advisory, Construction Business Support & S at 7D Consultants, based in South Africa. Source: https://himalayas.app/@jamalcarty ```text Business transformation and operations leader at 7D Consultants, advising construction SMEs on tender readiness and bid submissions. ``` | Detail | Value | | --- | --- | | Availability | Looking for a job | | Location | South Africa | | Authorized to work in | South Africa | | Salary expectations | 30k+ ZAR | | Job categories | Transformation and Operational Excellence Leader, Operations Manager, Business Consultant | | Skills | Business Transformation, Operations Management, Business Consulting, operational improvements, Corporate Governance, Compliance, Project Management, Programme and Project Management, Tender Advisory, Bid Management, SME Advisory, Claims Management, Claims Processing, Customer Service, Credit Appraisal | | LinkedIn | https://linkedin.com/in/abel-khati-5911126 | ## What I'm looking for ```text I’m interested in executive and senior management opportunities where strategic thinking translates into measurable execution through operational transformation, service improvement, technology-enabled change, governance, or commercial performance. ``` ## About ```text 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 ### Founder & Managing Director | Tender Advisory, Construction Business Support & S (current) 7D Consultants. Jun 2025 - Present ```text · 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 (current) KG Consultants. Jul 2012 - Present ```text · 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 (current) 7D Designs & KG Consultants. Jan 2004 - Present ```text 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 ```text · 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 ```text Residential property sales & rentals Commercial and industrial sales & rentals Property finance consultancy ``` ### Executive Broker Agri Smart Investments (ASI). Apr 2014 - Oct 2015 ```text 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 ```text 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 ```text Worked as Real Estate Professional (Commercial & Residential Properties) at Ronnie Matthews Estates. ``` Skills: Presentation-Skills ### Estate Agent Ronnie Matthews Estates. Jun 2012 - Jul 2013 ```text 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 ```text Worked as Owner at 7D Designs. ``` Skills: Financial-Performance, Presentation-Skills, Business-Transformation ### Financial Advisor [Old Mutual](https://himalayas.app/companies/old-mutual). Jun 2011 - Dec 2011 ```text 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. ``` ### Manager: Quality Assurance [Standard Bank Group](https://himalayas.app/companies/standard-bank-group). Mar 2009 - Dec 2011 ```text Worked as Manager: Quality Assurance at Standard Bank Group. ``` ### Manager: Credit Evaluations [Standard Bank Group](https://himalayas.app/companies/standard-bank-group). Jan 2008 - Dec 2011 ```text Worked as Manager: Credit Evaluations at Standard Bank Group. ``` Skills: Credit-Monitoring, Regulatory-Standards, Credit-Reports, Non-Performing-Loan-(NPL), Financial-Performance, Regulatory-Guidelines, Presentation-Skills, Debt-Restructuring, Credit-Appraisal, Credit-Reporting ### Insurance Advisor [Sanlam](https://himalayas.app/companies/sanlam). Sep 2010 - Apr 2011 ```text 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 ```text 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) [Standard Bank Group](https://himalayas.app/companies/standard-bank-group). Jan 2009 - Dec 2010 ```text Worked as Credit Manager: Debt Review ( Credit Rehabilitation) at Standard Bank Group. ``` Skills: Credit-Monitoring, Regulatory-Standards, Credit-Reports, Non-Performing-Loan-(NPL), Financial-Performance, Regulatory-Guidelines, Presentation-Skills, Debt-Restructuring, Credit-Appraisal, Credit-Reporting ### Managing Director 7D Designs (Self-owned). Sep 2002 - Mar 2010 ```text 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 ```text 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 ```text 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 ``` Skills: Credit-Appraisal ### Auditor & Credit Administrator [Standard Bank Group](https://himalayas.app/companies/standard-bank-group). Jun 2006 - Dec 2007 ```text Worked as Auditor & Credit Administrator at Standard Bank Group. ``` Skills: Presentation-Skills ### Home Loan Specialist Standard Bank South Africa. Jun 2007 - Sep 2007 ```text 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 ```text 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 ```text 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 ```text 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 ```text Worked as Ops Specialist at Telkom. ``` ### Information Technology Support Technician Ikageng Skills Development Centre. Oct 2003 - Dec 2004 ```text 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 ### 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 - Microsoft Office To contact Jamal, message them from this profile with a Himalayas employer account: [Hire on Himalayas](https://himalayas.app/hire). ## People also viewed - [Garth Barends](https://himalayas.app/@garthbarends): Lead Team Manager – Sales, Smart Restore - [fraser kurangwa](https://himalayas.app/@fraserkurangwa): Payments Team Lead, Investec Private Bank Ltd - [Realeboga Msikili](https://himalayas.app/@realebogamsikili): Lending Solution Owner, Old Mutual - [Delarey Van Dyk](https://himalayas.app/@delareyvandyk): Managing Director & Co Founder, Republic Digital Consultancy - [Cheslin Steyn](https://himalayas.app/@cheslinsteyn): Team Leader / Project Manager, Standard Bank - [Fazel Allibhai](https://himalayas.app/@fazelallibhai): Used Car Salesman, Salaamat Motors - [Catharina Swart](https://himalayas.app/@catharinaswart): Administrative Consultant, Pieter Fouche Consulting - [Annie Edwards](https://himalayas.app/@annieedwards): Product Head – Intuitive Credit & nCino Platform, Capitec Bank Ltd - [Ntombozuko Mdunyelwa](https://himalayas.app/@ntombozukomdunyelwa): National Claims Team Leader, Standard Bank - [Lilly Mafunda](https://himalayas.app/@lillymafunda): Team Leader, BGLi Insurance