The job holder will be responsible for the following:
- Implement and support strategic initiatives as outlined by the business
- Provide input and feedback on sales strategies as outlined by the business
- Ensure that set targets that are achieved
- Ensure that sales expectations are communicated, monitored and measured with all direct reports
- Manage sales productivity on a daily, weekly and monthly basis to ensure that set targets are met
- Drive the company strategy towards customer acquisition and retention
- Provide excellent client service and build sustainable relationships that enhance the MFZ brand
- Carry out continuous competitor research to keep up to date with competitor activities and possible opportunities
- Ensure that the unit is adequately resourced
- Achieve new and renewal ratio as determined and set by business
- Ensure action plans are put in place and adhered to, in order to improve productivity where required.
Other Skills and Attributes
- Fluent in both oral and written English, with the ability to express oneself professionally
- Self-motivated
- Strong organizational skills; must be proactive and be able to manage and prioritize workload and be accustomed to working under pressure
- Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality and integrity
- Strong reporting writing and communication skills.
Requirements:
Qualifications & Experience
- Grade 12 School Certificate
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business or a related discipline
- Minimum of 3-5 years of demonstrable relationship management experience in a similar role in the financial sector.
- Knowledge of financial investment products and financial markets.
- Understanding of relevant legislation e.g. KYC, Anti – Money laundering