Regional Sales Manager

Legalwise; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance company in South Africa is seeking a Regional Sales Manager to lead field sales operations. The successful candidate will drive sales initiatives, mentor teams, and ensure compliance with industry standards. With a minimum of 10 years' experience in management-level sales, this role provides an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within the company. Fluency in English and another African language are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in a management-level sales position.
• Experience in budget management and operations essential.
• Must speak English fluently and be able to communicate in one other African language.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and motivate sales teams to achieve sales targets.
• Develop and implement regional sales strategies.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team culture.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Planning and problem-resolution skills

Customer-focused mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in sales and/or marketing

Relevant formal Management qualification

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Title : Manager : Regional SalesReport Line : Executive : Field Sales and alternative distributionDepartment : Field SalesLocation : RoodepoortJob Category : Hybrid (Semi-Remote)Job Type : PermanentReference : LW

• Our Commitment to Our Champions Our Champions work for a common purpose; to empower affordable and timely access to justice through which individuals can enforce and defend their legal rights.

Our Champions are integral to delivering on our brand purpose, and we constantly seek to grow our circle of Champions to enable us to expand our circles of influence.

What is important to us is that our Champions feel connected with our purpose, are committed to our vision, feel empowered and recognised.

We are thus focused on building people‑centred strategies and practices and providing career development opportunities to enable our people to reach their full potential, both professionally and personally.

We value our Champions the way we value our members.

Purpose of the Role:

Are you a dynamic leader ready to propel our insurance company to new heights? As our Regional Sales Manager, you will be the driving force behind our Field sales operations, leading a talented team to achieve and exceed targets.

From developing strategic sales initiatives to fostering client relationships, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact in a fast‑paced environment.

At LegalWise, our legacy spans over three decades, during which we have remained steadfast in our commitment to providing access to justice and making a real difference in our Members' lives.

As we continue to expand, we're on the lookout for a target‑driven Regional Sales Manager who is ready to take their career to new heights and be part of the driving force behind our mission.

Responsibilities:

• Providing access to already established stop order markets within the public sector.
• Acquisition of new stop order worksites within the Public Sector.
• Leading, mentoring, and motivating various sales teams to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Developing and implementing effective regional sales strategies to drive team performance.
• Conducting regular coaching sessions to enhance the skills and capabilities of team members.
• Collaborating with the leadership team to align sales initiatives with overall business objectives.
• Fostering a positive and collaborative team culture that celebrates success and continuous improvement.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and industry best practices.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in sales and/or marketing or a related field (essential, NQF level 7).
• Relevant formal Management qualification advantageous.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in a management‑level sales position (preferably within financial services).
• Experience in budget management, human resource practices and operations essential.
• Territory sales planning and execution on a tactical and operational level essential.
• Must be computer literate (MS Office).
• Must speak English fluently and be able to speak one other official African language.
• Valid driver's licence and own reliable transport essential; must be willing to travel.

Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to liaise professionally and effectively on all levels.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities, progressive thinking and creativity.
• Planning and problem‑resolution skills; good interpersonal skills.
• Delegating responsibility and focused on developing others.
• Follow‑up and feedback skills; focus on leading through vision and values.
• Express a customer‑focused mindset and be skilled at building genuine rapport through effective communication.

If you are an enthusiastic individual who thrives in a fast‑paced sales‑driven environment, then join us and take charge of your professional growth in a supportive and exciting work environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

LegalWise applies all recruitment and selection processes to the requirements of the EE plan and is committed to transformation. If you haven't received feedback from us within two weeks of submitting your application, please consider it unsuccessful.