Sales Manager (Talent Pool)

Old Mutual South Africa; Limpopo; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organisation is seeking a Sales Manager in Limpopo. The role involves leading a dynamic team, driving sales strategy, and ensuring compliance while developing high-performing teams. Ideal candidates will bring proven leadership experience in the financial services sector and possess necessary qualifications to impact customer and business outcomes positively. This position offers a competitive package with incentives linked to performance and progressive growth opportunities.

Benefits

Performance tied incentives

Career progression opportunities

Access to advanced tools and leadership development

Qualifications

• Matric (Gr 12) and relevant qualifications.
• FAIS compliant with COB and CPD credentials across relevant product categories.
• Proven leadership experience in a financial services sales-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and distribution strategy across your region.
• Lead, develop and coach a team of financial sales advisors.
• Manage branch-level budgets, productivity and performance.

Skills

Leadership

Sales Strategy

Team Development

Communication

Analytical Skills

Education

FSCA Approved Qualification

Managerial or Business-related Qualification

Job description

Step Into a Leadership Role Where Performance Meets Purpose

Are you an experienced sales leader with a proven track record of driving growth, developing high-performing teams, and delivering bottom-line results? This is your opportunity to lead from the front, shape strategy, and build a winning culture — all within a forward-thinking financial services organisation that values performance and people equally.

We’re looking for a strategic, hands-on Sales Manager to lead a dynamic team within the retail mass market segment. This is not just another sales role — it’s your platform to create meaningful impact, influence outcomes, and grow your career with purpose.

As Sales Manager, you will:

• Drive sales and distribution strategy across your region
• Lead, develop and coach a team of financial sales advisors to achieve sales targets
• Own and manage branch-level budgets, productivity and performance
• Identify coordinated sales opportunities and unlock new business channels
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, governance and customer value delivery
• Build strategic external partnerships and local market presence
• Lead with influence, accountability and purpose

This is a FAIS-aligned leadership role requiring full compliance with Fit and Proper regulations, honesty, and integrity.

What You Bring

• Matric (Gr 12) and relevant qualifications
• FSCA Approved Qualification
• FAIS compliant with COB and CPD credentials across relevant product categories (B1, B2, Retail Pension Benefit)
• A valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• Proven leadership experience in a financial services sales-driven environment
• Strong understanding of the long-term insurance industry
• Excellent communication, analytical, and team development skills
• Advantageous: Experience with Group Schemes or completion of MODP (Old Mutual alumni)
• Advantageous: Managerial or business-related qualification

What We Offer

• Competitive market-related package, bonuses with incentives tied to performance
• A respected brand that empowers managers to lead and grow
• A values-based, future-focused culture that supports high performance
• Access to advanced tools, digital platforms, and leadership development
• Career progression across the business for high-performing leaders
• An opportunity to create measurable customer and business impact

Be the Leader Who Builds Success.

This is your moment to lead a sales force, drive regional performance, and deliver customer value — all while building your own legacy. If you're ready to be more than just a manager, apply now.

Employment Equity will be considered in line with our transformation goals.