Experienced Financial Adviser (Commission-Based) – FAIS Fit & Proper

Absa Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Leading financial products

Administrative support

Professional development

Autonomy in practice

Business growth opportunities

Job summary

Absa Bank Limited in Johannesburg seeks an experienced Financial Adviser to join a dynamic, results-driven team. This role offers a fully commission-driven earning model, requiring FAIS Fit & Proper compliance and RE5 certification.

Build and manage client portfolios, source new business, and deliver tailored investment, risk, and insurance solutions. The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years in a similar advisory role, a proven sales record, and an established client base.

Qualifications

• FAIS Fit & Proper compliance required.
• RE5 certification essential.
• 3–5+ years’ experience as Financial Adviser or similar role.
• Proven track record of meeting/exceeding sales targets.
• Established client base advantageous.
• Strong business development and networking capability.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and closing skills.
• Own reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert, holistic financial planning and advisory services.
• Manage and grow an existing client portfolio.
• Proactively source and convert new business opportunities.
• Deliver tailored investment, risk, and insurance solutions.
• Maintain long-term client relationships through exceptional service.
• Ensure full FAIS and regulatory compliance.
• Stay informed on market trends and product developments.

Skills

Sales mindset

Communication

Negotiation

Closing skills

Networking

Business development

Client relationship management

Own transport

Education

FETC in Business/Commerce/Management

Job description

Empowering Africa’s tomorrow, together…one story at a time.

With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.

Job Summary

We are looking for a high-performing, experienced Financial Adviser who is FAIS Fit & Proper compliant to join our dynamic and results-driven environment. This role is designed for a seasoned professional with a proven track record in financial services, who is ready to maximise earnings through a fully commission-driven model.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert, holistic financial planning and advisory services

• Manage and grow an existing client portfolio (if applicable)

• Proactively source and convert new business opportunities

• Deliver tailored investment, risk, and insurance solutions

• Maintain long-term client relationships through exceptional service

• Ensure full compliance with FAIS and regulatory requirements

• Stay informed on market trends and product developments

Minimum Requirements

• Fully FAIS Fit & Proper compliant (non-negotiable)

• RE5 certification (essential)

• Minimum 3–5+ years’ experience as a Financial Adviser or in a similar advisory role

• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets

• Established client base (advantageous)

• Strong business development and networking capability

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and closing skills

• Own reliable transport

What We Offer

• Uncapped commission structure with high earning potential

• Access to leading financial products and solutions

• Administrative and advisory support

• Ongoing professional development and technical training

• Autonomy and flexibility to manage your practice

• Opportunity to scale and build a sustainable advisory business

Ideal Candidate

You are a driven, entrepreneurial professional with a passion for client success, a strong sales mindset, and the ability to thrive in a performance-based environment. You’re looking for a platform that rewards your expertise, effort, and ambition.

Education

Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC): Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)

Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.

Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised