Employee Benefits Consultant

Recruitmymom; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 350 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established financial services company in South Africa is seeking an experienced Employee Benefits Consultant to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. This role involves providing expert advice on employee benefits products, managing claims across various categories, and ensuring compliance with legislation. Candidates must have a strong background in employee benefits consulting, regulatory qualifications, and proficiency in MS Office. Competitive compensation and professional growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' working experience in similar environment.
• 3-5 years' Employee Benefits Consulting Experience.
• Strong knowledge of Pension Funds and related legislation.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional advice to clients in line with the FAIS Act.
• Manage and service a portfolio of employee benefit clients.
• Oversee claims management for death, disability, and funeral benefits.

Skills

Employee Benefits Consulting

Regulatory Knowledge

Client Relationship Management

Pension Fund Knowledge

Financial Advisory

MS Office Advanced

Education

Relevant regulatory qualification

FAIS qualifications

Membership of a Professional Body

Job description

A well -established financial services company isseeking an experienced Employee Benefits Consultant to join their teamon a full -time, permanent basis.

This advisory role focuses on managingthe full spectrum of death, disability, and funeral claims, ensuringcompliance with legislation and company standards.

The successful candidatewill act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing expert guidance onemployee benefits products and engaging at a strategic level — not in anadministrative support capacity.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide professional advice to clients in line with the FAIS Act and company policies.Manage and service a portfolio of employee benefit clients, ensuring high levels of client retention and satisfaction.Prepare and present reports and meeting packs to employer forums and trustee boards.Oversee claims management for death, disability, and funeral benefits, ensuring timely resolution and compliance.Liaise with insurers and stakeholders to facilitate underwriting, claims, and benefit payments.Conduct annual benefit reviews, benchmarking, and risk re -brokes for clients.Support client communication and member engagement strategies.Monitor compliance with fund governance, section 14 transfers, and trustee requirements.Contribute to new business development and assist in mergers, acquisitions, and client conversions.Stay informed of legislative and market changes and communicate updates internally and to clients.Manage and mentor support staff within the consulting division.

RequirementsRelevant regulatory qualificationFAIS qualificationsMembership of a Professional Body (e.g. FPI) would be advantageousMinimum of 5 years' working experience in similar environment3 -5 years' Employee Benefits Consulting ExperienceStrong knowledge of Employee Benefit industryStrong knowledge of Pension Funds, FAIS and related LegislationCompliance and governance of Pension Fund StructuresGood understanding and interpretation of Pension funds, FAIS and related LegislationFinancial Advisory knowledgeWorking knowledge of Retirement Fund LawExcellent working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel Advanced, PowerPoint, Outlook)