Job Description

Who are we?

Glacier by Sanlam brings together leading experts and respected financial services companies to meet clients' investment needs. We deliver focused investment services through specialist teams, partner with acclaimed financial intermediaries and pride ourselves on our superior products and solutions and high quality service. We offer a comprehensive range of investment solutions, designed to assist in the creation and preservation of wealth. Our offering encompasses local investments, including fixed term investments and investments with guarantees, international investments, retirement saving solutions, and retirement income solutions. While each solution has its own distinct purpose, they all share the world-class quality and commitment that have come to distinguish Glacier.

What will you do?

To be responsible for maintaining and enhancing existing relationships and growing Glacier Partners Absa market share by penetrating new markets, through superior ability to offer investment guidance and support. This position will be based in our regional office in Johannesburg.

Key outcomes

The following outcomes will be expected to be achieved by the Junior Business Development Manager:
Supporting the existing Business Development Managers (BDM's) in the region to develop Glacier market share by prospecting for new business and increasing retention of existing investment planners Working with the BDM's to market and promote the products and services to the Independent financial advisers. Organising and training of the financial advisers in all aspects of investments, collective investment schemes and investment platform solutions. Ensuring that Glacier partners Absa regional sales targets are met. Attending to general tasks associated with providing sales support to intermediaries.

Qualifications and experience

Preference will be given to people with a financial qualification and CFP qualification will be beneficial Fully bilingual (English and Afrikaans) 1-2 years' experience in a similar role within the investment / collective investment service industry

Competencies

Client focused Collaborates Drive Results Cultivate Innovation Be Resilient Knowledge of collective investment schemes and linked products Communication and presentation skills (written & verbal) Energetic and goal orientated Good interpersonal skills (teamwork) Ability to work independently Persuasiveness/ Influencing ability Creative problem solving Enthusiasm and Initiative Computer Skills

Attributes

Positive, enthusiastic attitude Teamwork Ability to work under pressure Honesty, integrity and respect Ability to adapt to change

What will make you successful in this role?

Qualification and Experience

Degree or Diploma with 1 to 2 years related experience.

Knowledge and Skills

Financial advice and support
Assist with production target achievement
Compliance
Partnership and network building

Personal Attributes

Business insight - Contributing independently
Communicates effectively - Contributing independently
Action orientated - Contributing independently
Plans and aligns - Contributing independently

Build a successful career with us

We're all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future - your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters - Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office - the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.

Core Competencies

Cultivates innovation - Contributing independently
Customer focus - Contributing independently
Drives results - Contributing independently
Collaborates - Contributing independently
Being resilient - Contributing independently

Turnaround time

The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.

Our commitment to transformation

The Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.