Branch Host - Sebokeng

Sanlam Limited; Sebokeng; On-site; ZAR 150 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in South Africa is seeking a candidate for branch reception and administration. You will manage client interactions and support branch operations. The ideal candidate has a Matric and 1-2 years of administrative experience, preferably in an insurance environment. Competitive salary and opportunities for career advancement are offered in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based incentives

Opportunities for career advancement

Ongoing training and development programs

Qualifications

• 1 - 2 years’ experience in office coordination, clerical, or administrative capacity.
• Experience within insurance branches is advantageous.
• Client-facing experience in a service environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to optimal client experience through reception and referrals.
• Management of branch reception and client support.
• Responsible for general branch administration.

Skills

Client service principles

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Strong communicator

Conflict management skills

Adaptable and open to learning

Education

Matric

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sanlam Developing Markets [SDM](a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sanlam Life Limited) is one of the top financial services providers in the South African entry-level and emerging middle market. It aims to understand the unique requirements of clients and offers a wide range of simple and affordable financial solutions that cover needs such as funeral insurance, savings for education, life cover and personal accident plans. In terms of the Sanlam Group Governance Policy, SDM is managed by the SA Retail Mass cluster, which is part of the Sanlam Life and Savings cluster within the Sanlam Group. The cluster focusses on retail products, as well as group schemes.

• To contribute to an optimal client experience in SRM Branches through speedy reception and referrals of clients and supporting the Branch Manager with administrative duties.
• Responsible for management of branch reception and client support.
• Responsible for general branch administration.

What will make you successful in this role?

• Client service principles.
• Knowledge on the Insurance landscape and / or products would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of office management systems.

Qualifications and Experience

• Matric
• 1 - 2 years’ experience in an office coordination / clerical / administrative capacity.
• Experience within insurance branches would be an advantage.
• Client facing experience in a service environment would be advantageous

Skills and Competencies

• Proficient in Microsoft office (especially in Outlook and other office management systems)
• Strong communicator (verbally and in writing)
• Conflict management skills would be advantageous (dealing with difficult clients)
• Adaptable and open to learning

Why Join Us:

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for career advancement within a growing organization.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Ongoing training and development programs.

Personal Attributes

Communicates effectively

Demonstrates self-awareness

Plans and aligns

Optimises work processes

Build a successful career with us

We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth.Through its five business clusters – Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.

Core Competencies

Being resilient

Collaborates

Customer focus

Cultivates innovation

Drives results

Turnaround time

The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.

Our commitment to transformation

The Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.