Advancing Financial Adviser (Butterworth and Surrounds)

Old Mutual Life Assurance Company (SA) Ltd (PFA); Butterworth; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Mutual Life Assurance Company (SA) Ltd (PFA) in South Africa seeks a Financial Adviser with a drive to grow business and build client relationships. A valid driver’s licence and own car are required to attend meetings and manage client visits.

Minimum Matric and 12 months’ financial services experience as a Financial Adviser are expected, along with FAIS qualifications (Investments Class of Business; RE5). Completion of additional FAIS requirements is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Matric or equivalent (minimum).
• At least 12 months’ financial services experience as a Financial Adviser.
• Long-term Insurance Class of Business completion.
• Completion of additional FAIS requirements such as Investments Class of Business, RE5; FSCA-approved qualification advantageous.

Skills

Consultative Selling

Customer Feedback Management

Customer-Focused

Customer Service

Customer Understanding

Evaluating Information

Identifying Customer Needs

Identifying Sales Opportunities

Oral Communications

Probing Questions

Qualifying Prospects

Sales Data Management

Sales Software

Strategic Selling

Strengthening Customer Relationships

Education

NQF Level 4 - Grade 12, School leaving Certificate, National or Occupational Certificate or equivalent

Job description

Let's Write Africa's Story Together! Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of Matric or equivalent
• A minimum 12 months’ financial services experience as a Financial Adviser
• A minimum of Long-term Insurance Class of Business completion.
• Completion of additional FAIS requirements such as Investments Class of Business, the Regulatory Examination 5 (RE5), an FSCA-approved qualification will be advantageous.

Other Requirements

• A valid driver’s licence and own car
• A clear criminal and credit check
• Proven computer literacy
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Sound planning and organising abilities
• Ability to collate, analyse and synthesise information
• Entrepreneurial mindset
• Sound business acumen
• Grit, resilience and tenacity
• Excellent listening skills with the ability to translate customer engagements into sales.

Skills

• Consultative Selling, Customer Feedback Management, Customer-Focused, Customer Service, Customer Understanding, Evaluating Information, Identifying Customer Needs, Identifying Sales Opportunities, Oral Communications, Probing Questions, Qualifying Prospects, Sales Data Management, Sales Software, Strategic Selling, Strengthening Customer Relationships

Competencies

• Balances Stakeholders Builds Networks Communicates Effectively Customer Focus Ensures Accountability Instills Trust Interpersonal Savvy Manages Complexity

Education

NQF Level 4 - Grade 12, School leaving Certificate, National or Occupational Certificate or equivalent

Closing Date 30 October 2026 , 23:59

The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

Old Mutual Story!

Old Mutual is a premium African financial services organisation that offers a broad spectrum of financial solutions to retail and corporate customers across key market segments in 14 countries. The lines of business include Life and Savings, Property and Casualty, Asset Management and Banking and Lending. We are rooted in our purpose of Championing Mutually Positive Futures Every Day and believe that a great customer experience is anchored in a great employee experience.