Client Onboarding and Support Administrator

Sable International; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Sable International is seeking a Client Onboarding and Support Administrator in Cape Town to be the central touchpoint for new clients. You will guide onboarding, ensure regulatory compliance, manage documentation, and coordinate with internal teams to deliver seamless client access and back-office support.

The role requires a finance-related degree, strong English communication, and excellent time management in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Business or related field.
• Interest in foreign exchange operations, financial administration, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent command of English with strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Able to engage professionally with international clients both telephonically and in writing.
• Methodical, reliable and highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong time management and organisational skills to handle daily deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive problem-solver with a can-do attitude.
• Computer literate with MS Excel, Word and Outlook; CRM exposure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as a first point of contact for prospective and existing clients.
• Guide clients through onboarding and ensure appropriate solutions.
• Maintain strong professional relationships with clients, introducers, brokers, banking partners and internal stakeholders.
• Deliver a high level of service with proactive client communication and expectation management.
• Coordinate onboarding from initial enquiry through to account activation.
• Review client documentation for regulatory compliance (FICA, SARB).
• Monitor registrations and enquiries, progressing opportunities efficiently.
• Assist introducers, brokers and business development teams with onboarding and transactions.
• Identify opportunities to introduce other Sable Group services.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Finance/Economics/Business degree

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Client Onboarding and Support Administrator

About Sable International

Sable International offers innovative professional services to international citizens. We create tailor-made solutions to meet the accounting, wealth, financial, currency and nationality needs of our clients. We pride ourselves on providing solutions that suit our clients’ unique individual circumstances; our employees are key in achieving this goal.

The staff in our Cape Town, Durban, London, Melbourne, and Portugal offices are passionate about their areas of expertise and take pride in helping our clients achieve their goals. As a result, we have an energised and fun company culture, something that sets us apart from other professional services firms.

Job Overview:

Are you energetic, ambitious, and looking to develop your career? Our Forex SA department is looking to add a Client Onboarding and Support Administrator to their team. We offer a dynamic and challenging environment where we achieve our business objectives and have fun doing it.

The successful candidate will sit at the centre of the client journey. As the first touchpoint a prospective client has with our team, you will bring the operational, regulatory and technical knowledge needed to understand client requirements, guide them through onboarding and ensure initial setups are executed efficiently. Administration is a key element, but it is not the sole purpose as you are there to enable seamless client access and back-office execution.

You’re perfect for this position if you:

• Have a degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or a related field.
• Have a keen interest in foreign exchange operations, financial administration, and regulatory compliance.
• Have an excellent command of the English language with strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Can engage professionally with international clients both telephonically and in writing.
• Are methodical, reliable, and highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
• Possess strong time management and organisational skills to handle daily operational deadlines in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
• Are a strong problem-solver with a proactive approach to work.
• Are computer literate, with strong skills in MS Excel, Word, and Outlook (CRM software exposure is a plus).

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive mindset – does not wait to be told what to do
• Strong senseof ownership and accountability for both clients and outcomes
• Excellent communication skills, particularly over the phone
• Problem solver –identifiessolutions rather than escalating issues unnecessarily
• Client-first attitude – understands the commercial impact of poor service
• Team player – contributes beyond individual performance

Your role and responsibilities:

Among other tasks, your main responsibilities will include:

Client relationship management

• Acting as one of the first points of contact for prospective and existing clients.
• Engaging with clients to understand their circumstances, objectives, and requirements.
• Guide clients through the onboarding process and ensure they are directed to the most appropriate solution based on their needs.
• Building and maintaining strong professional relationships with clients, introducers, brokers, banking partners, and internal stakeholders.
• Delivering a high level of service by proactively communicating with clients and managing expectations throughout their journey.

Client onboarding and business support

• Managing and co-ordinating the onboarding of new clients from initial enquiry through to account activation.
• Reviewing and assessing client documentation to ensure compliance with FICA, SARB, and internal requirements.
• Monitoring and tracking all new client registrations and enquiries, ensuring opportunities are progressed efficiently.
• Assisting introducers, brokers, and business development teams with client onboarding, account administration, and transaction requirements.
• Identifying opportunities to introduce clients to other relevant services and solutions within the wider Sable Group.

Operations and transaction management

• Assisting with the preparation and processing of foreign exchange transactions and supporting documentation.
• Completing and maintaining Balance of Payments (BoP) reporting requirements accurately and within required timeframes.
• Co-ordinating settlement processes and ensure transaction requirements are fulfilled efficiently.
• Liaising with banking partners and other external stakeholders regarding transaction processing and documentation requirements.
• Monitoring active cases and ensure outstanding requirements are proactively managed through to completion.

Administration and data management

• Managing and maintaining shared mailboxes and client communication channels.
• Ensuring client records, case notes, documents, and internal systems are maintained accurately and up to date.
• Maintaining accurate reporting and document tracking across client accounts and transactions.
• Assisting with operational projects and process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing client experience and team efficiency.

Commercial and business awareness

• Developing a strong understanding of the business, industry, products, and services.
• Understanding client needs sufficiently to identify opportunities and connect clients with the appropriate specialists.
• Contributing to client retention, relationship growth, and overall business success through exceptional service delivery.
• Acting as a trusted and knowledgeable representative of the business in all client interactions.