MFC Sales Agent

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

Job summary

A leading financial services company in South Africa is looking for a Sales Agent to build and maintain a client base while marketing and selling products. Candidates should have a Matriculation Certificate and demonstrate strong communication skills along with a passion for sales. The position offers growth opportunities through training and support, with a focus on achieving personal career goals. Ideal for passionate salespeople looking to start or grow their career in the financial services sector.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Training and support

Passion for diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• A grade 12 (Matric) certificate is required.
• Proven digital literacy (MS Office, WhatsApp, etc.) is necessary.
• 6-12 months sales experience is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Sales

Client service

Digital literacy

Communication skills

Numerical aptitude

Time management

Education

Matriculation 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 who 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.

• 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 oriented
• 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 are 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, Apply Now!

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

28 February 2026, 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!