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The GRM Group Ushers in a New Era of Leadership - Driven by Excellence

Rob Green

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August 18, 2025

The GRMGroup Ushers in a New Era of Leadership - Driven by Excellence

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Cape Town, South Africa

The GRM Group Appoints Three New Directors, Cementing It's Commitment to Merit, Excellence, and Diversity in South Africa’s Legal Sector.

 

The GRM Group, SouthAfrica’s benchmark for legal recruitment, executive search, events and strategic people consultancy, is proud to announce the appointment of three outstanding professionals to Director and Equity Shareholders. Kayresha Naidoo, Suzzanne Smith and Andiswa Njakazi have been promoted to run the company alongside Rob.

 

The GRM Group has once again set itself apart, championing merit, longevity, and impact above anything else. With more than 20 years’ legacy of pioneering talent solutions across 70 cities and living on four continents, CEO Rob Green credits these promotions to years of daily dedication, exceptional performance, rigorous professional development, and an unwavering standard of excellence.

 

“To the legal community we serve: every single one of you will feel the excellence and relentless work ethic that are our foundations. I am overjoyed to announce that we have appointed Kay Naidoo, Sue Smith and Andi Njakazi to Director/Shareholders within the Group following three years of exceptional contributions, rigorous training, and absolute dedication to the success of the lawyers we work with”

“These are the qualities we champion above all else. Ourreputation for outstanding legal recruitment, event management and strategic consultancy has been built by putting merit and talent first. Our team's diversity is a proud reflection of this ethos, not an outcome of obligation or optics - we didn’t need to change, but we are much stronger together.” Green stated.

 

Green went on to fire a warning “To our competitors both locally and internationally: Be afraid. These partners are built in the same mould as me - tough upbringing, nothing handed to them - this team doesn’t just chase success; we hunt it down, driven by hunger that comfort cannot buy, and we will never stop being better, every day, for the legal market we serve.”

 

One of the most significant advantages for GRM’s South African clients is the seamless ability to engage the firm, whether to secure exceptional legal talent or to host high-profile events. With GRM now holding Level 2 BBBEE status, and on track to achieve Level 1 within the next year. For those across the world, this ensures our working style and dedication to hard work and change as the industry changes will continue for decades to come.

 

 

 

Kay Naidoo stated “What makes this accomplishment special is knowing it was earned through dedication, perseverance, and the mentorship I’ve received at GRM. For three years, I’ve been given the opportunity to contribute meaningfully and take on challenges that stretched my abilities. I hope my journey inspires others to know that when you put in the work, your efforts will be recognised, for your skills, your leadership, and your results.”

Andi Njakazi was quoted as saying ““This is the proudest moment of my career so far. Every step of the way, I am challenged to grow, learn, and perform at the highest level, not just to meet expectations, but to exceed them. This promotion is proof that hard work, consistency, and belief in yourself will always open doors. I am excited to lead with integrity and passion, and to keep delivering results that make a difference for our clients.”

And finally, Sue Smith added “"This promotion is more than a milestone for me,  it’s a responsibilityI carry with immense pride. At GRM, we set the bar high, and every event, initiative, and interaction is an opportunity to reflect our values of excellence, creativity, and client-first service. Over the years, I’ve been trusted to innovate and deliver experiences that not only connect people but also create lasting impact. I look forward to building on that foundation, driving our strategy to new heights, and contributing to GRM’s legacy of shaping the legal sector with passion and purpose."

 

About The GRM Group
Founded and led by Rob Green, The GRM Group delivers legal executive search, career coaching, and strategic consulting with a passion for empowering talent.We have worked on projects in over 70 cities and help 1000s of legal professionals. The GRM Group contains Umbiie.com a platform that already boasts x8 more lawyers on it than the largest law firm in Africa, GRM Events host of the GC summits in the US, Africa, Europe and South America, and GRM Search, the number one legal search and recruitment firm on the African continent.

 

For media inquiries, please contact Taylor Burgess - taylorroseburgess@icloud.com

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