Employee Benefits Consultant

RecruitMyMom; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established financial services company in Sandton is looking for an experienced Employee Benefits Consultant on a full-time, permanent basis. The role focuses on managing death, disability, and funeral claims while ensuring compliance with legislation. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience, strong knowledge of the Employee Benefits industry, and excellent MS Office skills. This position demands a strategic approach to client engagement and the mentoring of support staff.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding and interpretation of Pension funds, FAIS and related Legislation.
• Proven ability to manage and service a portfolio of employee benefit clients.
• Experience in compliance and governance of Pension Fund Structures.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional advice to clients in line with FAIS Act and company policies.
• Manage and service a portfolio of employee benefit clients, ensuring client retention.
• Prepare and present reports to employer forums and trustee boards.

Skills

Knowledge of Employee Benefits industry

Strong knowledge of Pension Funds

Knowledge of FAIS and related Legislation

Financial Advisory knowledge

Excellent working knowledge of MS Office

Education

Membership of a Professional Body (e.g. FPI)

5 years' working experience in a similar environment

3-5 years' Employee Benefits Consulting Experience

Job description

Sandton, South Africa | Posted on 05/11/2025

A well-established financial services company is seeking an experienced Employee Benefits Consultant to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis. This advisory role focuses on managing the full spectrum of death, disability, and funeral claims, ensuring compliance with legislation and company standards. The successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing expert guidance on employee benefits products and engaging at a strategic level — not in an administrative support capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 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.

Requirements

• Membership of a Professional Body (e.g. FPI) would be advantageous
• Minimum of 5 years' working experience in similar environment
• 3-5 years' Employee Benefits Consulting Experience
• Strong knowledge of Employee Benefit industry
• Strong knowledge of Pension Funds, FAIS and related Legislation
• Compliance and governance of Pension Fund Structures
• Good understanding and interpretation of Pension funds, FAIS and related Legislation
• Financial Advisory knowledge
• Working knowledge of Retirement Fund Law
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel Advanced, PowerPoint, Outlook)