Advancing Financial Adviser (Richards Bay/ Empangeni/ Esikhawini and Surrounds)

Old Mutual; Durban; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in Durban seeks an experienced Financial Adviser to leverage customer relationships into sales. Applicants must have a minimum of Matric or equivalent, 12 months of financial services experience, and relevant qualifications. Strong communication skills, resilience, and a customer-focused approach are paramount. The role requires a valid driver’s licence and a clear criminal record. The closing date for applications is 30 January 2026.

Qualifications

• A minimum of Matric or equivalent is required.
• At least 12 months’ financial services experience as a Financial Adviser is essential.
• Completion of Long-term Insurance Class of Business is necessary.

Skills

Consultative Selling

Customer Feedback Management

Customer-Focused

Customer Service

Sales Software

Strategic Selling

Oral Communications

Strengthening Customer Relationships

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 January 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.

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