Corporate Employee Benefits Specialist

Believe Resourcing; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Corporate Employee Benefits Specialist in Cape Town to drive sales of group life, disability, and funeral cover. This client-facing, sales-driven role requires strong communication skills and a focus on mid-to-large employers. Candidates must be resilient, target-driven, and preferably Afrikaans-speaking to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Life insurance

Disability cover

Family funeral cover

Employee wellness programme

20 days annual leave

Maternity, paternity, and study leave

Qualifications

• Experience in group insurance/employee benefits sales.
• RE5 preferred; strong advantage.
• Polished, presentable, confident communicator.

Responsibilities

• Sales Execution: Target companies with 40+ staff, tailor consultative presentations.
• Lead Generation: Identify and qualify prospects through networking and referrals.
• Relationship Management: Build and manage relationships with business owners.

Skills

Resilience

Sales Skills

Communication

Education

Financial planning or related degree/qualification

Job description

Job Title: Corporate Employee Benefits Specialist

Location: Claremont, Cape Town

Department: Group Sales

Type: Full-time

What They Offer

Salary:
● Base salary: R16,000 – R20,000 (depending on experience)
● Underpin of R3,000 – R6,000 for the first 3 months
● Uncapped commission structure (based on sales performance)

Benefits:
● Life insurance
● Disability cover
● Family funeral cover
● Employee wellness programme

Leave:
● 20 days annual leave
● Maternity, paternity, and study leave

About the Company
Our client is a disruptive digital life insurance company on a mission to secure the financial futures of millions of South Africans. They offer flexible, great-value life insurance products that are simple, accessible, and backed by powerful technology.

About the Role
We are seeking an articulate, polished, and high-performing Employee Benefits Specialist to drive sales of group life, disability, and funeral cover to companies with 40+ employees. This is a client-facing, sales-driven role focused on mid-to-large employers in Cape Town with a preference for young, energetic Afrikaans-speaking candidates who thrive in fast-paced, flexible, and entrepreneurial environments.

Responsibilities
● Sales Execution: Target companies with 40+ staff and tailor consultative presentations to decision-makers
● Lead Generation: Identify and qualify prospects through networking, LinkedIn, referrals, and events
● Relationship Management: Build and manage relationships with business owners, HR teams, and key stakeholders
● Product Knowledge: Confidently present and explain group cover benefits (life, disability, funeral) with clarity and professionalism
● Onboarding Support: Ensure smooth handover and coordination with internal teams for client implementation
● Performance Targets: Work towards achieving high-premium client acquisition (R10,000+ per group) and sustained policy retention

Requirements
● Experience in group insurance/employee benefits sales
● Afrikaans speaking (ESSENTIAL)
● Own car and mobile phone (expenses claimable monthly)
● Resilient, target-driven, and professional
● RE5 (preferred; strong advantage)
● Financial planning or related degree/qualification
● Polished, presentable, confident communicator

Nice-to-Haves:
● Previous experience working with municipalities, factories, or large-scale employers
● Familiarity with stop-order processes and the PERSAL system
● Able to manage long lead times and cultivate strategic relationships

Why Join This Team?
● Young, dynamic leadership team
● Flexible, entrepreneurial, and family-oriented
● Fast-paced environment where culture fit and energy are key