Job Description

• This role manages a sales team and distribution strategy and is accountable for the sales targets and profitability of the team, over periods of up to a year.
• The position has been identified as a FAIS position and falls within the ambit contemplated by FAIS related to Category B. The successful candidates must therefore comply with all FAIS requirements, including the Fit and Proper requirements of Honesty and Integrity (e.g. be clear of any offence relating to fraud, dishonesty and/or any professional misconduct) as well as competence and relevant qualifications.
• Manages sales & expense budget for a sales team in a branch against set targets.
• Responsible for distribution strategy of products within a branch.
• Accountable for local marketing.
• Identifies & creates coordinated sales opportunities.
• Responsible for external networking & relationship building with key door openers.
• Ensures delivery of customer value.
• Manages, develops, appoints & trains sales advisors.

Desired experience

• Gr12 (Matric)
• FSCA Approved Qualification
• FAIS Compliant
• Product category experience (Long term Insurance subcategory B1, Long term Insurance subcategory B2 and Retail pension benefit)
• CPD – Continuous Professional Development – All circles
• CoB – Class of Business
• A valid Driver’s licence and your own car
• A clear criminal and credit check
• Proven computer literacy (MS Office suite)
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Previous Managerial experience
• Knowledge and exposure to Group Schemes advantageous
• (Internal) Successful completion of MODP (This applies for applicants who have previously worked for Old Mutual)
• (External) Managerial qualification – advantageous

Competencies

• Builds Effective Teams
• Builds Networks
• Business Insight
• Collaborates
• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Drives Results
• Ensures Accountability

Closing Date

• 19 January 2025 , 23:59