Insurance Sales Consultant

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary with an accent

Commission and bonus structure

Comprehensive training

Career progression

Incentive programs

Supportive team in Mahikeng

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Insurance Sales Consultant to join our client in Mahikeng, North West. You will identify new sales opportunities, analyze client needs, and present tailored life, funeral, and general insurance solutions while providing excellent customer service.

The role emphasizes lead generation, presentations, and closing deals to meet targets in a permanent, full-time capacity. You will receive comprehensive training and support in a dynamic sales environment, with a competitive

Qualifications

• Previous sales experience, preferably in insurance or financial services.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to meet sales targets and drive business growth.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and pursue new sales opportunities through various channels.
• Conduct client needs analysis to understand insurance requirements and financial goals.
• Present and explain life, funeral, and general insurance products clearly and persuasively.
• Provide accurate quotes and assist clients in completing application forms.
• Achieve and surpass monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients for retention.
• Process new business applications accurately and efficiently.
• Stay up-to-date with product knowledge, market trends, and competitor activities.
• Handle client inquiries and provide policy detail support.

Skills

Sales experience

Excellent communication

Negotiation

Target-driven

Customer-centric

Resilience

Education

RE5 or FAIS training

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent insurance provider, is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Insurance Sales Consultant to join their expanding team in Mahikeng, North West. This role focuses on engaging with potential clients, understanding their insurance needs, and providing tailored solutions for a range of insurance products, including life, funeral, and general insurance. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a passion for sales, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. You will be responsible for generating leads, conducting sales presentations, and closing deals to meet and exceed targets. This is a permanent, full-time position based at our Mahikeng office. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive training and support to ensure your success in this dynamic sales environment. Join us and play a vital role in helping individuals and families secure their financial future.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and pursue new sales opportunities through various channels, including lead generation and networking.
• Conduct client needs analysis to understand their specific insurance requirements and financial goals.
• Present and explain various insurance products (e.g., life, funeral cover, short-term insurance) clearly and persuasively.
• Provide accurate quotes and assist clients in completing application forms.
• Achieve and surpass monthly and quarterly sales targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring ongoing satisfaction and retention.
• Process new business applications efficiently and accurately.
• Stay up-to-date with product knowledge, market trends, and competitor activities.
• Handle client inquiries and provide support regarding policy details and benefits.

Requirements

• Previous sales experience, preferably within the insurance or financial services industry.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to meet sales targets and drive business growth.
• Customer-centric approach with a passion for helping clients.
• Basic understanding of insurance products and principles is advantageous.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., RE5, basic FAIS training) are preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a motivated sales team.
• Resilience and a positive attitude towards sales challenges.
• Based in or willing to relocate to Mahikeng, North West.

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary with an attractive commission and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive training programs to equip you with product knowledge and sales skills.
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing insurance company.
• Incentive programs and rewards for high performance.
• Supportive team environment in our Mahikeng office.
• Access to a diverse range of insurance products.