Regional Assistant

Santam Insurance; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 230,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Santam, un leader du marché de l'assurance en Afrique du Sud, recrute un Assistant Régional pour son bureau de Polokwane. Ce poste clé implique le soutien administratif au Responsable Régional, la coordination des activités quotidiennes et la gestion des interactions avec les partenaires. Nous recherchons un candidat motivé, doté de compétences interpersonnelles solides, d'une attention aux détails et d'une expérience en administration. Si vous souhaitez faire partie d'une entreprise dynamique, postulez dès maintenant.

Qualifications

• Minimum de 2 ans d'expérience en administration de bureaux.
• Diplôme tertiaire préféré.
• Bonnes compétences verbales et écrites en anglais.

Responsibilities

• Soutenir les gestionnaires régionaux dans les activités quotidiennes.
• Préparer des rapports et gérer la prise de minutes.
• Gérer les paiements de comptes et le suivi des commandes.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Matric

3-year tertiary qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

A career opportunity for a Regional Assistant has become available at Santam, Brokers Services North division, based in Polokwane branch, Limpopo.

WHAT WILL YOU DO?

This role focuses on supporting the Regional Manager for Limpopo, providing administrative assistance and support to the region on daily activities to manage their portfolios in line with regional targets. It will also extend to supporting a dedicated Relationship Manager in managing their portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the Regional Managers in daily activities
• Assisting with pulling and consolidating regional statistics and reports
• Scheduling and arranging broker and team meetings
• Diary management
• Preparing reports, collecting, and analyzing information
• Data analysis and management information reporting
• Taking and distributing minutes
• Handling account payments (JDE), office orders, and processing
• Record keeping
• Providing support to a Relationship Manager, including handling queries, escalations, CRM support, and diary management

Qualifications and Experience

• Matric
• A 3-year tertiary qualification (advantageous)
• At least 2 years’ experience in office administration
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Proficiency in English
• Professional orientation and good interpersonal skills
• Basic understanding of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Experience in minute taking

Knowledge and Skills

• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Effective communication skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Coordination and planning abilities
• Ability to learn and adapt

About The Company

Santam is the market leader in the general insurance industry in Southern Africa. As a large, diversified, and expanding company, we are committed to transformation and growth. While headquartered in South Africa, we are rapidly expanding into emerging markets across Africa and Asia.

With over 1 million policyholders, Santam serves individuals, businesses, and institutions, including 80 of the Top 100 companies listed on the JSE. Our commitment goes beyond providing insurance; we offer peace of mind, enabling our clients to focus on living in the moment.

We value our people and are dedicated to attracting top talent for both permanent and short-term roles. Santam is an equal opportunity employer, promoting diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including persons with disabilities, and are committed to neuro-inclusivity.

Take the next step in your career—apply now and be part of a company shaping the future of insurance. This is Freedom!