Branch Manager

at  Metropolitan Life

INTRODUCTION

Metropolitan is one of the oldest financial services brands in South Africa. With a 125-year legacy of serving the communities in which it operates, Metropolitan represents true empowerment in serving Africa’s people through affordable financial solutions that create financial growth and security.
Metropolitan operates in South Africa, but the brand is also present in 12 African countries including, Namibia, Botswana, Kenya, Ghana, Nigeria, Lesotho, and Swaziland. Metropolitan provides financial wellness solutions that meet the needs of low-income clients, including funeral insurance, health, savings, hospital cash-back cover, retirement solutions and life insurance.
Visit us at: www.metropolitan.co.za.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Matric or equivalent NQF Level 4 qualification
• FAIS Representative Regulatory Exam Level 5 passed
• 120 credit FAIS recognised qualification

EXPERIENCE

• 3-5 years’ working experience in the insurance industry environment
• A Minimum of 2 years managerial experience in overseeing the rendering of financial advice to fulfil the duties of a compliant key individual and be registered with the FSP
• FAIS Tier 1 & 2 financial products (Long term insurance products, Pension benefit products and Collective investment scheme products)
• Class of Business 3 and 7 (Preferable)

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Relationship building
• Networking
• Good communication
• Computer Literacy
• Financial services industry (relevant legislation, product and process knowledge, Class of Business knowledge
• People Management

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Driver’s license and own vehicle

ROLE PURPOSE

Manage and motivate the team in order to deliver an excellent client experience and support the achievement of sales targets.