Role Purpose
Attract, acquire, and retain clients by selling company products to generate new business and provide after-sales service to ensure client retention, increase market share, and contribute to overall business objectives and long-term viability.
Requirements
- 2 - 3 years experience in a Sales/Call Centre environment (essential)
- 2 years’ experience in the insurance and/or financial services industry providing financial advice (advantageous)
- Matric or equivalent NQF 4 qualification
- National Senior Certificate in Finance/Business Management or equivalent relevant qualification
- FAIS Compliance Requirements
- Regulatory examination (RE) 5
- Driver’s license and own transport (desirable)
Duties & Responsibilities
Internal Process
- Engage with prospective clients to highlight features and benefits of various products based on their financial wellness needs, supporting and guiding their decision-making process.
- Sell products aligned with clients’ financial needs by conducting affordability analysis to help achieve their financial goals.
- Calculate and advise on tax and legal implications of products or changes.
- Accurately capture client information, relevant actions, and sales on the systems.
- Complete all administrative and reporting requirements within agreed timeframes.
- Achieve set targets on production, quality, and conversion.
- Adhere to compliance requirements in the sales process in line with legislative standards.
- Provide financial advice aligned with the engagement strategy to enhance clients’ financial wellness.
Client
- Investigate client queries within the agreed service level and ensure timely feedback.
- Escalate client queries to relevant departments or stakeholders.
- Provide accurate information and advice to ensure clients receive appropriate services.
- Report regularly on service delivery against SLAs and customer targets, offering expertise and advice.
- Build and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders.
- Recommend improvements to client service and fair treatment within your area of responsibility.
- Participate in a culture of rewarding relationships, feedback, and exceptional service.
- Proactively promote products through professional and credible Financial Advisory services.
People
- Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and stakeholders.
- Participate positively in change initiatives.
- Continuously develop professional, industry, and legislative knowledge.
- Contribute to innovation by sharing and implementing new ideas.
- Own your career development.
Finance
- Identify solutions to improve cost-effectiveness and operational efficiency.
- Manage financial and other resources responsibly.
- Contribute to risk identification and communicate recommendations appropriately.
Competencies
- Analyzing Information: Process information, ask questions, and find solutions.
- Interacting with People: Build relationships and networks with enthusiasm.
- Convincing People: Persuade and negotiate effectively.
- Articulating Information: Explain concepts clearly with confidence.
- Thinking Positively: Stay optimistic and recover from setbacks.
- Meeting Timescales: Focus on targets and deadlines.