Advancing Financial Adviser (Kokstad/ Umzimkhulu/ Matatiele/ Mount Frere/ Harding and Surrounds)

Old Mutual; Umzimkhulu Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in South Africa seeks a motivated Financial Adviser to leverage consultative selling skills in a dynamic environment. Candidates should possess a minimum of Matric, with at least 12 months’ experience in financial services. A valid driver’s license and good communication skills are essential. The role involves engaging with clients to identify needs and translate those into sales. Experience with long-term insurance is advantageous. Candidates must demonstrate resilience and an entrepreneurial mindset.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Matric or equivalent required.
• 12 months' financial services experience as a Financial Adviser.
• Completion of Long-term Insurance Class of Business is necessary.

Skills

Consultative Selling

Customer Service

Oral Communications

Sales Software

Education

NQF Level 4 - Grade 12

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 December 2025, 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.

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