Financial sales manager - Sanlam

Kapital Finance; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the financial sector is seeking a dynamic Financial Sales Manager to lead and grow a high-performing advisory team in Pretoria. This full-time position offers a hybrid work model, excellent earning potential, and comprehensive training. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in financial services, proven leadership skills, and a passion for growth. Join a respected brand and take ownership of your future while building a significant business unit.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Performance-based compensation structure

Bridging income support

International travel and incentives

Comprehensive training and support

Leadership autonomy

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years’ experience in financial sales and team leadership.
• RE5 and FAIS-compliant; CFP advantageous.
• Strong recruitment skills and industry network.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, develop, and manage a team of financial advisors.
• Drive performance, compliance, and exceptional client service.
• Provide leadership and mentorship.

Skills

Team Leadership

Financial Sales

Recruitment

Business Development

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification (e.g., BCom, Finance, Economics)

Job description

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Acting Principal at Sanlam | Entrepreneur | Commercial Pilot | Passionate About Business, Aviation & Digital Innovation

Financial Sales Manager – Sanlam (Hybrid | Based in Pretoria)

Location: Hybrid (Preferably based in or near Pretoria, but flexible)

Type: Full-time

Sanlam is looking for a dynamic and experienced Financial Sales Manager to lead and grow a high-performing advisory team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated leader with a strong background in financial services to build a team from the ground up or bring across established advisors from other institutions — all with the backing of one of South Africa’s most respected financial brands.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruit, develop, and manage a team of financial advisors.

• Transition existing advisors or build a new team under your leadership.

• Drive performance, compliance, and exceptional client service.

• Provide leadership, mentorship, and business development direction.

• Ensure your team meets and exceeds Sanlam’s standards for quality and production.

Requirements:

• 3–5+ years’ experience in financial sales and team leadership.

• Relevant tertiary qualification (e.g., BCom, Finance, Economics, or similar).

• RE5 and FAIS-compliant (CFP will be advantageous).

• Strong recruitment skills and industry network.

• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for growth and leadership.

What We Offer:

• Hybrid work model – manage your team from anywhere in South Africa.

• Excellent earning potential – highly attractive, performance-based compensation structure.

• Bridging income support – depending on experience and circumstances, we offer an initial income support or bridge loan to ease your transition as you establish your team.

• International travel and incentives – qualify for global competitions, leadership retreats, and reward trips.

• Comprehensive training and support – access to Sanlam’s world-class platforms and development tools.

• Leadership autonomy – build your own high-performance business unit under the Sanlam umbrella.

• Backed by strength – be part of a brand with deep trust, reputation, and national reach.

If you’re a proven leader ready to take full ownership of your future and build something significant with Sanlam, apply today.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Insurance

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