Job Summary

This role involves leading and managing funeral insurance sales activities within a designated region, driving premium growth, expanding market presence, and developing distribution channels to support the organisation's strategic objectives and profitability.

Responsibilities and Duties

Lead and manage regional field sales agents and sales teams

Achieve sales targets, premium income growth, and policy acquisition goals

Develop and execute sales and distribution strategies

Drive acquisition of funeral schemes, affinity partnerships, and group business

Identify new opportunities across communities, churches, unions, and organisations

Expand and strengthen broker, funeral parlour, and partner relationships

Recruit, coach, and develop sales team members

Monitor performance against KPIs and implement improvement plans

Coordinate marketing campaigns, activations, and community engagement initiatives

Monitor market trends and competitor activity

Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and partners

Ensure compliance with FAIS, FSCA, and organisational governance requirements

Compile accurate sales reports, forecasts, and performance updates

Qualifications and Skills

Matric / Grade 12

RE5 Certification (advantageous)

Certification in Insurance or related field (advantageous)

Minimum 3 years' experience in insurance or funeral sales

1 - 2 years' experience in managing sales teams

Experience within funeral insurance, life insurance, or financial services sectors

Strong leadership, coaching, and stakeholder management abilities

Valid driver's license (Code 08)

Closing Date 11 June 2026