MFC Sales Manager

Old Mutual Limited

. Manage and coordinate the organisation’s sales function to meet business requirements .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeEast London • South AfricaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing sales functions and developing strategic relationship management plans for complex customer accounts. Proven ability to lead and develop large teams while ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Sales ManagementTeam LeadershipRelationship ManagementProduct Category ExperienceCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Sales Function ManagementContract NegotiationPerformance ReportingBudget PlanningMarket Intelligence

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationTeam DevelopmentCoaching

Tools & Technologies

MS Office Suite

Certifications & Qualifications

FSCA Approved NQF Level 5 QualificationFAIS CompliantCPD – Continuous Professional DevelopmentCOB – Class of Business

Industry Keywords

Long Term InsuranceRetail Pension BenefitGroup SchemesEmployment Equity Plan

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and coordinate the organisation’s sales function to meet business requirements
Manage a large-sized team of advisors to develop, maintain, and leverage prospective and existing client relationships
Identify and communicate actions needed to implement the function's strategy and business plan
Develop and implement relationship management plans for complex existing and potential customer accounts
Configure and present complex product-and-services solutions and negotiate contractual terms
Review and authorize sales proposals, escalating issues to senior management where appropriate
Develop a personal network within the business sector and represent the organization at sector events
Obtain market intelligence and enhance the visibility and reputation of the organization, its products, and services
Manage and report on the performance of a substantial, diverse team
Set performance objectives and take corrective action where necessary
Oversee an operational area with guidance from senior colleagues
Develop internal marketing plans and collaborate with other departments to improve relationships
Manage and develop important customer relationships and account teams
Develop and/or deliver budget plans with guidance from senior colleagues
Identify team development needs and implement professional development, training, and coaching

Requirements

What you’ll need

Gr12 (Matric)
FSCA Approved NQF Level 5 Qualification
FAIS Compliant
Product category experience (Long term Insurance subcategory B1, Long term Insurance subcategory B2 and Retail pension benefit)
CPD – Continuous Professional Development – All cycles
COB – Class of Business
A valid Driver’s licence and your own car
A clear criminal and credit check
Proven computer literacy (MS Office suite)
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Previous Managerial experience
Knowledge and exposure to Group Schemes advantageous
(Internal) Successful completion of MODP (This applies for applicants who have previously worked for Old Mutual)
(External) Managerial qualification – advantageous
Preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.