Commercial Sales Agent-1

Old Mutual Limited; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Mutual Limited in Pietermaritzburg seeks a Commercial Sales Agent to advance account development and sales plans. You will collect data, analyze trends, and provide policy guidance while building strong relationships with decision-makers in client organizations.

You will deliver simple product sales, offer compliant financial advice, and maintain regulatory knowledge to ensure accurate reporting and ongoing customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• NQF Level 5 qualification or equivalent required.
• Experience in data analytics and sales support preferred.
• Strong numerical and analytical capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct data collection and analysis to inform sales strategies.
• Provide specialist advice on policies, procedures and regulatory matters.
• Edit documents to organizational style and publish information.
• Prepare and coordinate analytics and reporting across datasets.
• Develop and execute account management plans for existing customers.
• Engage in financial advice within a defined client segment.
• Sell simple products and services following standard protocols.
• Maintain knowledge of compliance codes and organizational policies.
• Build personal capability through training and external accreditation when relevant.

Skills

Action Planning

Client Management

Computer Literacy

Data Analysis

Database Reporting

Data Compilation

Data Interpretation

Evaluating Information

Management Reporting

Numerical Aptitude

Oral Communications

Professional Presentation

Report Review

Sales Software

Statistical Analysis Techniques

Education

NQF Level 5 - Higher, Advance or Occupational Certificate or equivalent

Job description

## Commercial Sales Agent-1Apply: Pietermaritzburg: Full time: Posted Today: JR-84449**Let's Write Africa's Story Together!**Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.**Job Description**Provides specialist knowledge and executes account development strategies and sales business plans in order to achieve medium-sized sales targets.# Responsibilities## ## Data Collection and AnalysisConduct research using primary data sources, and select information needed for the analysis of key themes and trends.## Information and Business AdviceProvide specialist advice on the interpretation and application of policies and procedures, resolving queries and issues and referring very complex or contentious issues to others.## Document PreparationEdit document in line with organizational style guidelines and prepare information for publication.## Insights and ReportingPrepare and coordinate the completion of various data and analytics reports.## Customer Relationship Management / Account ManagementDevelop and implement a relationship management plan for existing customer accounts to identify and build relationships with relevant decision-makers and influencers within the customer organization and to enable effective two-way flow of information and resolution of issues. Collect feedback from identified customers or customer segments to ensure their needs are met, providing themes, summary analyses, and recommendations for changes based on customer input.## Financial AdviceHandle the financial advice process within a specific client segment, ensuring alignment with their goals and values.## SalesSell simple products and services directly to customers while following standard protocols. May also involve providing back-office support to a sales team.## Operational ComplianceMaintain and renew a deep knowledge and understanding of the organization's policies and procedures and of relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct, and ensure own work adheres to required standards. Or identify, within the team, patterns of noncompliance with the organization's policies and procedures and with relevant regulatory codes and codes of conduct, taking appropriate action to report and resolve these and escalating issues as appropriate.## Personal Capability BuildingDevelop own capabilities by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching; gain or maintain external professional accreditation, where relevant, to improve performance and fulfill personal potential. Maintain an in-depth understanding of technology, external regulation, and industry best practices through ongoing education, attending conferences, and reading specialist media.**Skills**Action Planning, Client Management, Computer Literacy, Data Analysis, Database Reporting, Data Compilation, Data Interpretations, Evaluating Information, Management Reporting, Numerical Aptitude, Oral Communications, Professional Presentation, Report Review, Sales Software, Statistical Analysis Techniques**Competencies**Builds Networks### ### Business Insight### ### Communicates Effectively### ### Customer Focus### ### Decision Quality### ### Ensures Accountability### ### Manages Complexity### ### Plans and Aligns**Education**NQF Level 5 - Higher, Advance or Occupational Certificate or equivalent**Closing Date**30 October 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.***