Job Description
Location: Parktown, Johannesburg (Empire Road)
Employment Type: Permanent (Office-Based)
Salary: Basic + Tiered Commission
Benefits: Medical Aid, Retirement Fund, Group Life Cover, Disability Cover
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly driven and results-oriented Outbound Life Insurance Sales Consultant to join a leading insurance provider. This role focuses on telephonic sales of life insurance products to prospective clients, with a strong emphasis on achieving targets, maintaining compliance, and delivering exceptional customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Sell life insurance products telephonically to prospective clients
- Consistently meet and exceed monthly sales targets
- Handle objections effectively and close sales
- Ensure adherence to quality assurance and compliance standards
- Maintain high levels of productivity and operational efficiency
- Build and maintain strong client relationships
- Stay updated on product offerings, regulatory changes, and industry trends
- Ensure compliance with FAIS Fit & Proper requirements
- Deliver a customer-centric approach aligned with Treating Customers Fairly (TCF) principles
Minimum Requirements Qualifications
- Grade 12 (Matric)
Experience
- Minimum 12 years insurance sales experience (non-negotiable)
- Must have sold one or more of the following:
- Life Insurance
- Funeral Cover
- Medical Aid / Medical Insurance
- Gap Cover
- Disability Cover / Protection Plans
- Proven outbound sales experience in a call centre environment
- Must be currently employed or employed within the last 6 months in an insurance sales role
- Demonstrated track record of consistently achieving sales targets
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong understanding of insurance sales processes
- Knowledge of financial services legislation and FAIS requirements
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written in English)
- Proficiency in at least one additional South African language
- Strong objection handling and closing skills
- Computer literacy
- High attention to detail and compliance
Behavioural Competencies
- Results-driven and target-focused
- Strong work ethic with high levels of discipline
- Excellent punctuality and attendance record
- Resilient and able to perform under pressure
- Self-motivated with strong initiative
- Customer-centric mindset
- Team player with strong interpersonal skills
- Open to feedback and continuous improvement
Compliance Requirements
- Clear criminal record
- Clear credit record
- (Candidates with credit under R30,000 and payment arrangements may be considered subject to approval)
Working Hours
- Monday to Friday: 08:00 18:00
- Overtime and Saturdays: Optional
How to Apply
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About Other IT/Computer Jobs in Gauteng
The IT and computer industry is one of the most dynamic and growing sectors in Gauteng, with a thriving job market that offers a wide range of opportunities for career advancement.
In terms of salary ranges, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect to earn anywhere from R800 000 per annum for junior positions to over R2 million for senior executives. The average salary for software engineers is around R1.5 million, while data analysts can earn between R900 000 and R1.2 million. With experience and skills, IT professionals in Gauteng can expect significant salary increases, with some roles offering bonuses and benefits that can increase their overall remuneration.
To succeed in the IT industry in Gauteng, candidates need to possess a range of key skills, including programming languages such as Java, Python, and C++, as well as experience with databases, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills are also essential for success in this field. Additionally, knowledge of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) and Agile methodologies can be highly valued by employers.
Several major companies and industries in Gauteng are currently hiring IT professionals, including technology firms such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle, as well as banks and financial institutions like Standard Bank and Nedbank. The finance industry is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Career growth opportunities are abundant in the IT industry in Gauteng, with many companies investing heavily in employee training and development programs. With experience and skills, IT professionals can move into senior leadership positions or start their own businesses, while also pursuing further education and certifications. The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is also a significant employer of IT staff, with roles ranging from software development to data analytics and cybersecurity.
Overall, the IT industry in Gauteng offers a wide range of exciting career opportunities for job seekers with the right skills and experience. With salaries that are competitive with those offered by major companies globally, there has never been a better time to pursue a career in this dynamic and rapidly evolving field.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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