About this role
Let's Write Africa's Story Together!
Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.
Job Description
The role of a Sales Leader is one that demands utmost professionalism, integrity and a customer-centric approach. A Sales Leader commands the respect and trust of those customers who are entrusting their and their families financial futures to them.The role calls for formal in-house training and continuous development. The completion of the prescribed Regulatory exams are preferred but not compulsory as this role sits in a non-advice giving environment.
As a Sales Leader with Old Mutual, you will represent the ideals and values to which the company has subscribed for over 178 years – Integrity, Professionalism, Customer-first.
Key Responsibilities:
Manages sales & expense budget for a sales team in a branch against set targets.
Responsible for distribution strategy of products within a branch.
Accountable for local marketing.
Identifies & creates coordinated sales opportunities.
Responsible for external networking & relationship building with key door openers.
Ensures delivery of customer value.
Manages, develops, appoints & trains sales agents.
Responsible for 15-20 sales agents
Requirements:
A Grade 12 (Matric) certificate
RE5 an advantage
A valid Driver’s license and your own car
A clear criminal and credit check
A minimum of 3 years sales management experience (preferably in financial services)
Proven computer literacy (MS Office suite)
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal
Skills
Building Trust, Change Management, Client Needs Assessments, Commercial Acumen, Consultative Selling, Customer-Focused, Customer Service, Customer Understanding, Direct Selling, Executing Plans, Identifying Customer Needs, Identifying Sales Opportunities, Sales Software, Strengthening Customer Relationships, UpsellingCompetencies
Builds Effective TeamsBuilds NetworksBusiness InsightCollaboratesCommunicates EffectivelyCustomer FocusDrives ResultsEnsures AccountabilityEducation
Matriculation Certificate (Matric) (Required)Closing Date
29 January 2026 , 23:59The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.
The Old Mutual Story!
Other facts
About Old Mutual Limited
Old Mutual Limited is a premium pan-African financial services group that offers a broad spectrum of financial solutions to retail and corporate customers across key markets in 14 countries. We have been helping our customers achieve their lifetime financial goals for over 170 years by investing their funds in ways that create positive futures for them, their families, their communities and broader society.
In this way, we significantly contribute to improving the lives of our customers and their communities while ensuring a sustainable future for our business.
We employ more than 30 000 people and operate in 14 countries across two regions Africa (South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Malawi, Tanzania, Nigeria, Ghana, Uganda, Rwanda, South Sudan and eSwatini) as well as Asia (China)
So why work here?
We believe you can shape the future with us – a future where we build a better Africa together. That’s why we’re committed to creating opportunities that will give you an edge on the rest. Once you’re part of our team, you will have access to the best breed of advice, tools and frameworks that will equip you to be your exceptional best. #MomentsThatMatter
What you'll do
- The Sales Leader manages the sales and expense budget for a team, ensuring targets are met while developing and training sales agents. They are also responsible for local marketing and building relationships with key stakeholders.
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