MFC Sales Agent

Old Mutual South Africa; Mokopane; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in South Africa is seeking a passionate Sales Agent to build and maintain a client base, market and sell financial products, and contribute to community wellbeing. Required qualifications include a Matric certificate and effective communication skills, making this an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to enter the financial services industry. The role offers growth and development through quality training and support.

Benefits

Quality training and support

Opportunities for growth and development

Focus on diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Grade 12 (Matric) certificate required.
• Clear credit and criminal record necessary.
• Sales/retail experience advantageous but not essential.
• Proven digital literacy (MS Office, WhatsApp, etc.).
• Excellent communication and numeracy skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain own client base.
• Market and sell Old Mutual products.
• Contribute to financial wellbeing of the community.

Skills

Sales experience

Digital literacy

Excellent communication skills

Numeracy skills

Attention to detail

Education

Grade 12 (Matric) certificate

Job description

Let's Write Africa's Story Together!

Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.

What is a Sales Agent?

Your time is now with Old Mutual. Are you a passionate salesperson that thrives on changing lives for the better or a recent Matriculant dreaming of entering the financial services industry to start your career? Old Mutual has something to offer you.

What is required of you?

Role Description / Key Performance Areas

Sales agents are responsible for building and maintaining their own client base, marketing and selling the Old Mutual product and contributing to the financial wellbeing of the community.

What do we need from you?

• Grade 12 (Matric) certificate
• Clear credit and criminal record
• 6‑12 months sales/retail experience is advantageous but not essential
• Proven digital literacy (MS Office, WhatsApp, etc.)
• Excellent communication and numeracy skills
• A flair, a passion and high energy for sales and achieving targets
• High attention to detail and a self‑driven performer

Personal Qualities

• Target and Goal Driven
• Client service orientated
• Adhering to Company values and policies
• Good business acumen
• Proactive
• Ability to influence
• Confident decision making
• Ability to handle pressure and setbacks
• Good interpersonal skills
• Trustworthy
• Good time management skills
• Resilience

What we can do for you!

Assist you in reaching your career goals and dreams by helping you grow, develop and build on your future aspirations through quality training and support to reach your potential. We lead with our values, which is at the heart of the great things we do. We champion our customers and employees. We are passionate about diversity and inclusion for mutually positive futures throughout our business clusters. The Group provides many opportunities for growth and development.

Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.

Skills

Accounting, Action Planning, Computer Literacy, Data Analysis, Database Reporting, Data Compilation, Data Interpretations, Evaluating Information, Management Reporting, Numerical Aptitude, Oral Communications, Professional Presentation, Report Review, Sales Software, Statistical Analysis Techniques

Competencies

• Communicates Effectively
• Customer Focus
• Decision Quality
• Ensures Accountability
• Manages Complexity
• Optimizes Work Processes
• Plans and Aligns
• Tech Savvy

Education

Matriculation Certificate (Matric)

Closing Date

30 December 2025, 23:59

**The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.**

**The Old Mutual Story!**