Insurance Sales Consultant - Rustenburg

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive basic salary

Commission and bonuses

Training and development

Career progression

Medical aid

Retirement savings

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting an Insurance Sales Consultant for our Rustenburg, North West office. This field-based role involves promoting life, short-term, and investment-linked policies to local clients, building trust, and guiding applicants through the process.

You will identify client needs, present suitable solutions, and work to exceed sales targets while delivering exceptional service and maintaining ethical standards in every interaction.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in selling financial services or insurance.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills.
• Understanding of life, short-term and investment products.
• Ability to build rapport and trust with clients.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the Rustenburg area.
• Consult with clients to understand insurance needs and goals.
• Present and explain insurance products clearly and concisely.
• Develop tailored proposals and guide clients through applications.
• Maintain relationships with clients and achieve sales targets.
• Stay informed on product changes and market trends.
• Collaborate with underwriting for seamless client experience.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication

Negotiation

Client rapport

Education

RE5 certification

NQF Level 4

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively recruiting a driven and customer-focused Insurance Sales Consultant for their **Rustenburg**, North West office. This is a field-based role, requiring you to be present in the office and engaging directly with clients in the local community. You will be responsible for promoting and selling a diverse range of insurance products, including life insurance, short-term insurance, and investment-linked policies. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, a passion for helping people secure their financial future, and a strong understanding of sales principles. You will work closely with potential clients to identify their needs, recommend suitable solutions, and guide them through the application process. Success in this role is built on establishing trust, providing expert advice, and exceeding sales targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and proactively pursue new business opportunities within the **Rustenburg** area.
• Consult with potential clients to understand their insurance needs and financial goals.
• Present and explain various insurance products and policy options clearly and concisely.
• Develop customized insurance proposals and solutions tailored to individual client requirements.
• Guide clients through the application and onboarding process, ensuring all documentation is accurate and complete.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with clients through regular follow-ups and excellent service.
• Achieve and exceed individual and team sales targets.
• Stay informed about product changes, market trends, and competitor offerings.
• Handle client inquiries and resolve any issues or concerns professionally.Collaborate with underwriting and claims teams to ensure seamless client experience.

Requirements

• Proven track record in sales, preferably within the financial services or insurance industry.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of various insurance products (life, short-term, investments).
• Ability to build rapport and establish trust with clients.
• Self-motivated, results-oriented, and driven to succeed.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and have access to reliable transportation for client visits.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., RE5, NQF Level 4) are advantageous.
• Comfortable working independently and managing your own sales pipeline.
• Ability to work from our **Rustenburg** office and conduct field sales activities.
• High ethical standards and commitment to client best interests.

Benefits

• Competitive basic salary plus attractive commission structure.
• Incentives and bonuses for meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development.
• Opportunities for career progression within a reputable organization.
• Supportive team environment and management.
• Provision for medical aid and retirement savings.
• Exposure to a wide range of insurance products.