MFC Sales Agent

Old Mutual Life Assurance Company (SA) Ltd; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Mutual Life Assurance Company (SA) Ltd in Polokwane invites applications for a Sales Agent role. Your primary focus will be building and maintaining your own client base, marketing and selling Old Mutual products, and contributing to the financial wellbeing of the community.

The ideal candidate has Matric, strong numerical and communication skills, digital literacy (MS Office, WhatsApp), and a proactive, target-driven attitude.

Qualifications

• Matric certificate required.
• Clear credit and criminal record.
• 6-12 months sales/retail experience 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.
• Trustworthy, good time management and resilience.

Responsibilities

• 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.

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

Education

Matriculation Certificate (Matric)

Tools

MS Office

WhatsApp

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…

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?

• A grade 12 (Matric) certificate
• A 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 set backs 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. So what now ? If you think you fit the bill, have a desire to join a respected financial services business and would like to set your own earnings potential.

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) (Required)

Closing Date

30 December 2026 , 23:59

The Old Mutual Story!

Old Mutual is a premium African financial services organisation that offers a broad spectrum of financial solutions to retail and corporate customers across key market segments in 14 countries. The lines of business include Life and Savings, Property and Casualty, Asset Management and Banking and Lending. We are rooted in our purpose of Championing Mutually Positive Futures Every Day and believe that a great customer experience is anchored in a great employee experience.