Branch Manager - Ladysmith

Sanlam Limited; Ladysmith; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services group in KwaZulu-Natal is seeking a seasoned professional to manage business operations and compliance. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of industry experience, with a focus on management of sales. Strong interpersonal skills and a proven track record in managing relationships are essential. This is a great opportunity for those looking to advance their career in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have RE5.
• RE1 is a business requirement from the date of appointment.
• At least 5 years industry experience with 3 years in management of sales.

Responsibilities

• Manage the achievement of business productivity and quality targets.
• Manage compliance and business risk.
• Resolve escalated operational issues.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders and clients.

Skills

Analysing

Team Management

Relating and Networking

Adapting and responding to change

Coping with Pressure and Setbacks

Interpersonal sensitivity

Adhering to principles and values

Confidence and decisiveness

Proactivity

Planning and Organising

Quality and detail orientation

Persuading and Influencing

Achieving personal and work goals and objectives

Computer Literacy (MS Office)

Strategic thinking

Education

Grade 12

Degree or 3-year diploma in Finance/Marketing/Business Management

NQF level 5 qualification

Job description

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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 ofthe 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.

• Manage the achievement of business productivity, quality, manpower targets.
• Manage compliance and business risk.
• Manage the daily business operations.
• Manage and develop the performance of staff.
• Resolve escalated operational issues.
• Allocate worksites or facilities.
• Manage changes within the business.
• Manage relationships with key stakeholders and clients.
• Talent and succession management.
• Ensure alignment to Treating Customers Fairly (TCF), in all business practices.
• Manager of managers.
• Worksite management and relationship building.

Education and Experience

• Grade 12
• Degree or a 3-year diploma in Finance/ Marketing/Business Management; or
• The recruit must have obtained a full qualification (120 Credits. at NQF level 4 would be required and

NQF level 5 would be advantageous Categories B1 and B2) as per the FSCA’s list of recognised qualifications at the point of recruitment.

• Must have RE5.
• RE1 is business requirement from the date of appointment.

Knowledge and Skills

• At least 5 years industry experience of which 3 years should be in management of sales.
• Preference will be given to those with experience in insurance sales within the entry level market.

Personal Qualities

• Analysing
• Team Management
• Relating and Networking
• Adapting and responding to change
• Coping with Pressure and Setbacks
• Interpersonal sensitivity
• Adhering to principles and values
• Confidence and decisiveness
• Proactivity
• Planning and Organising
• Quality and detail orientation
• Persuading and Influencing
• Achieving personal and work goals and objectives
• Computer Literacy (MS Office)
• Strategic thinking

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

Cultivates innovation - Contributing through others

Customer focus - Contributing through others

Drives results - Contributing through others

Collaborates - Contributing through others

Being resilient - Contributing through others

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.