Description:
Our client in the Insurance industry is currently looking for a Sales Agent, in Parktown, Johannesburg.
Responsibilities:
Sell life insurance telephonically.
Achieve sales targets.
Adhere to Quality and Compliance processes to minimize business risk.
Maintain optimal operational efficiencies based on productivity measures.
Adapt and change to fit in with changing business operational requirements.
Sales objection handling.
Build and maintain good client relationships.
Keep abreast of developments and trends in the Industry self learning.
Ensure commitment to the FAIS Fit & Proper qualification requirements.
Requirements:
Grade 12 qualification.
At least 2 years experience within a Sales Outbound Call Centre selling insurance (with targets attached to the sales)
Knowledge and skills:
Good understanding of Financial Services Industry related legislation and regulation.
Understanding of sales processes and servicing industry.
Outbound Sales experience is required.
Fluency in English and one other South African official language.
A clear criminal and credit record.
Commitment to the FAIS Act and meeting Fit & Proper qualification requirements.
Willingness to work overtime to achieve targets.
Being fully computer literate.
Personal attributes:
Interpersonal.
Planning and organizing.
Building and maintaining relationships.
Treating Customers Fairly.
Initiative.
Results Driven/Achievement orientated.
Continuous learning.
Tenacity.
Objection handling skills.
Team orientated.
Ability to receive and implement feedback.
Remuneration:
Up to R6 000 per month.
Uncapped commission, and only earned from reaching 85% of target upwards.
Benefits Life cover, Provident fund, disability cover, medical aid/insurance.