Sales Manager (Talent Pool)

Old Mutual South Africa; Mpumalanga; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive market-related package

Performance bonuses tied to results

Values-based culture

Leadership development

Job summary

Old Mutual South Africa is seeking a strategic Sales Manager to lead a regional team of financial sales advisors. You will drive sales strategy, coach the team, and manage branch budgets to meet targets while ensuring governance and customer value.

You will foster external partnerships and enhance local market presence. Ideal candidates bring FAIS and COB/CPD credentials, FSCA approval, matric, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Matric (Gr 12) and relevant financial qualifications.
• FSCA approved qualification required.
• FAIS compliance with COB and CPD credentials in relevant product categories (B1, B2, Retail Pension Benefit).
• A valid driver’s licence and access to a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Sales leadership

Team development

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Matric (Gr 12)

FSCA Approved Qualification

FAIS compliant with COB and CPD

Driver's licence

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.

The Role

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