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Old MutualPosted 1 month ago

Advancing Financial Adviser (Pietermaritzburg/ Howick and Surrounds)

On-sitePietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa or Howick, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Full TimeAssociates DegreeEnterpriseFINANCE

Job Summary

Advancing Financial Adviser at Old Mutual in Pietermaritzburg/Howick and Surrounds. Requires Matric or equivalent, at least 12 months’ financial services experience as a Financial Adviser, Long-term Insurance Class of Business completion, and advantageous FAIS qualifications (Investments Class of Business, RE5). Must have a valid driver’s licence and own car, and be able to pass criminal and credit checks. Strong computer literacy, communication, planning, and organising skills, plus an entrepreneurial mindset and solid business acumen. The role emphasizes consultancy with customers, translating engagements into sales, and building stakeholder relationships across multiple South African locations (Pietermaritzburg, Howick and Surrounds, Estcourt, Greytown). Competencies include customer focus, problem solving, networking, accountability, trust-building, and interpersonal savvy. Education requirements include NQF Level 4/Grade 12 or equivalent. Closing date noted as 30 August 2026; appointment aligned with Employment Equity plan across Old Mutual South Africa. The description outlines a holistic financial services sales role with emphasis on customer understanding, opportunity identification, and strong emphasis on compliance and professional qualifications.

Required Qualifications

  • Matric or equivalent
  • A minimum 12 months’ financial services experience as a Financial Adviser
  • A minimum of Long-term Insurance Class of Business completion
  • Valid driver’s licence and own car
  • Clear criminal and credit check
  • Proven computer literacy
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Ability to collate, analyse and synthesise information
  • Entrepreneurial mindset
  • Sound business acumen
  • Grit, resilience and tenacity
  • Excellent listening skills with the ability to translate customer engagements into sales
  • FAIS requirements such as Investments Class of Business, RE5 advantageous
  • NQF Level 4 - Grade 12, School leaving Certificate or equivalent

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