International Consultant Somerset West

Helderberg Personnel; Somerset West; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Helderberg Personnel seeks an International Business Consultant for a well-established financial services concern based in Somerset West. The role focuses on expanding sales across the product range, forging relationships with financial advisers, accountants and other professionals, and developing joint venture and co-branded initiatives.

The post holder reports to the Director, travels extensively within South Africa and abroad, and may work remotely with results-driven accountability.

Job description

A well-established financial services concern with offices in Somerset West is seeking to employ an International Business Consultant.

Reference: SW004730-AM-1

The International Business Consultant will be responsible for increasing sales across the company's product range, including various joint venture and co-branded initiatives. This will primarily be achieved by establishing relationships with financial advisers, accountants, and other professionals that may have a need for the products, as well as building and developing relationships with existing firms with whom the company has terms of business.

The post holder reports to the Director.

Duties & Responsibilities

Key duties and responsibilities:

1. Utilize financial services industry experience and skills to create and manage costs and contribute to the overall betterment of the firm.
2. Be a highly organized self-starter who can work remotely and is confident in being judged by results.
3. Involve extensive travel both in South Africa and abroad, with availability outside normal South African business hours as required.
4. Be technically proficient in the benefits, application, and tax issues surrounding the use of company products in various jurisdictions.
5. Market the services and products from the company and associated companies/JVs.
6. Represent the Company and its brands in a professional and diligent manner.
7. Create a business development plan and implement the strategy.
8. Ensure that product sales meet all regulatory requirements.
9. Work and build relationships with Life companies and International Investment houses.
10. Develop new products.
11. Attend and present at seminars and/or presentations.
12. Gather market intelligence and understand competitor products.
13. Obtain awareness and understanding of new markets in South Africa and greater Africa.
14. Liaise with tax/legal advisers.