Insurance Sales Consultant

Dawning Truth; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company based in Johannesburg is seeking a driven salesperson to sell short-term personal lines to suburban consumers. This role demands strong networking, sales skills, and the ability to close deals, with potential earnings reaching R80,000 in good months. Ideal candidates will have solid external sales experience and an extensive local network of clients.

Benefits

Performance bonuses

Overseas trips for top performers

Qualifications

• 2 years of prior external sales experience in the short-term insurance industry.
• Ability to generate leads through cold calling and networking.
• Own network of middle to upper-income individuals.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business with networking and referrals.
• Present the insurance product to consumers.
• Consult and close sales.
• Manage sales administration.

Skills

Strong sales skills

Networking

Negotiation

Customer relationship management

Communication

Education

FAIS Credits (30 required)

Job description

Overview

Leading insurer seeks a highly driven salesperson who wants to earn a substantial income. The position is based in Johannesburg North and focuses on selling short‑term personal lines to suburban consumers. The product is presented as one of the best short‑term insurance options on the market with strong conversion rates, aiming to save customers money while providing a superior offering.

Ideal candidate

The ideal candidate is a typical, highly driven salesperson who proactively closes deals and generates leads. You will have a wide network of contacts to source referrals and new customers. You are extroverted, people‑savvy, and able to read why customers buy insurance. You prefer an active, field‑based role over desk work and operate as a consultative salesperson. You are comfortable handling admin in order to ensure deals close.

Benefits of the Role

• One of South Africa’s leading insurance companies
• Excellent market reputation for service and integrity
• Competitive premiums
• Excellent after‑sales service to ensure client satisfaction
• Performance bonuses and overseas trips for top performers
• Top reps can make up to R 80 000 in a good month; with effort, at least R 28 000 per month is achievable

Job Description

The Solution is one of South Africa’s leading short‑term insurance policies. Personalised risk profiling leads to reduced premiums for many customers, with personalised quality service and broad coverage. This is a product that clients want when they realise how comprehensive it is.

Sales of a quality in‑demand solution to consumers

• Generating new business with networking, referrals, and hunting for business
• Presentation of the product to consumers
• Policy consulting and closing business
• Sales administration
• Actively growing the client base
• Closing business to meet sales quota

Reports to : Sales Manager

Location : Johannesburg + Greater Gauteng

Own Vehicle : Required + Valid License

Salary :

Basic : R 10 000 per month

On Target Earnings : R 28 000 per month

Maximum Earnings : No salary cap (Top earners make up to R 80 000 in a good month)

Type : Permanent

Start : ASAP

Reference : DT19 (Use when contacting us)

Experience and Qualifications

30 FAIS Credits NON NEGOTIABLE. 2 years of prior external sales experience in the short‑term insurance industry. Preference given to candidates who have generated their own leads through cold calling, networking, and other means. The traits of a natural born salesperson are important. Own network of middle to upper‑income individuals is non‑negotiable.

Qualifying questions to assess fit:

• Do you have a driving nature, and determination to get the results you want?
• Are you tough and strong? Do you have a Rhino skin?
• Do you enjoy the thrill of hunting for and closing new business?
• Are you an outgoing people person?
• Do other people consider you an extrovert?
• Are you a natural networker who enjoys meeting new people?
• Do you enjoy evangelising a quality solution to a variety of new customers every day?
• Do you enjoy telling the same powerful message repeatedly to close business?
• Can you listen to customers, get to the point when needed, and move on to the next customer?
• Do you enjoy repeating what works to earn more money?
• Can you smooth talk? Do you have natural charm?
• Do you prefer to be out with customers rather than chained to a desk?
• Are you hardworking and determined to succeed?
• Are you meticulous about getting the paperwork right?
• Do you want to earn an above average income? Are you prepared to put in the work to earn it?