Sales Manager (Talent Pool)

Old Mutual South Africa; Mpumalanga; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses tied to performance

Leadership development programs

Career progression opportunities

Access to advanced digital platforms

Job summary

Old Mutual South Africa is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to lead a regional sales team within the retail mass market. You will drive sales strategy, coach financial sales advisors, and manage branch budgets while ensuring governance and customer value delivery.

The role requires FAIS knowledge, FSCA qualifications, and a proven track record in financial services sales. A driver’s licence and market-facing leadership are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Matric (Gr 12) and relevant qualifications.
• FSCA Approved Qualification.
• FAIS compliant with COB and CPD credentials across 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 MODP (Old Mutual alumni).
• Advantageous: Managerial or business-related qualification.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Team development

Sales strategy

Education

Matric (Gr 12)

FSCA Approved Qualification

FAIS COB/CPD credentials

Driver's licence

Leadership or management 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,

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