MFC Sales Leader (Cape Town Southern Suburbs)

Old Mutual; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking a Sales Leader in Cape Town. The role requires professionalism and a customer-centric approach to manage sales and expenses for a team of 15-20 agents. Applicants should possess a Matric certificate, 3 years of sales experience in insurance, and excellent communication skills. The appointment will align with the Employment Equity Plan of the organization. Closing date for applications is 12 January 2026.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years sales experience in insurance is required.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) are essential.
• Proven computer literacy is needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage sales & expense budget for a sales team in a branch.
• Responsible for distribution strategy of products within a branch.
• Accountable for local marketing.

Skills

Building Trust

Change Management

Client Needs Assessments

Commercial Acumen

Customer Service

Direct Selling

Upselling

Education

Matriculation Certificate (Matric)

Tools

MS Office suite

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.

Job Description

The role of a Sales Leader is one that demands utmost professionalism, integrity and a customer‑centric approach. A Sales Leader commands the respect and trust of those customers who are entrusting their and their families financial futures to them.

The role calls for formal in‑house training and continuous development. The completion of the prescribed Regulatory exams are preferred but not compulsory as this role sits in a non‑advice giving environment.

As a Sales Leader with Old Mutual, you will represent the ideals and values to which the company has subscribed for over 178 years – Integrity, Professionalism, Customer‑first.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages sales & expense budget for a sales team in a branch against set targets.
• Responsible for distribution strategy of products within a branch.
• Accountable for local marketing.
• Identifies & creates coordinated sales opportunities.
• Responsible for external networking & relationship building with key door openers.
• Ensures delivery of customer value.
• Manages, develops, appoints & trains sales agents.
• Responsible for 15-20 sales agents

Requirements

• A Grade 12 (Matric) certificate
• RE5 an advantage
• A valid driver’s license and own car
• A clear criminal and credit check
• A minimum of 3 years sales experience in insurance
• Must be FAIS compliant (experience required in product categories A and B1)
• Proven computer literacy (MS Office suite)
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

Skills

Building Trust, Change Management, Client Needs Assessments, Commercial Acumen, Consultative Selling, Customer‑Focused, Customer Service, Customer Understanding, Direct Selling, Executing Plans, Identifying Customer Needs, Identifying Sales Opportunities, Sales Software, Strengthening Customer Relationships, Upselling

Competencies

Builds Effective Teams Builds Networks Business Insight Collaborates Communicates Effectively Customer Focus Drives Results Ensures Accountability

Education

Matriculation Certificate (Matric) (Required)

Closing Date

12 January 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!