Junior Consultant Sales (FAIS) | Absa Bank – Port Elizabeth, South Africa
📍 Location: Port Elizabeth, South Africa
📅 Date Posted: 02 May 2025
🕒 Time Left to Apply: 1 Day
💼 Contract Type: Full-Time
💡 Industry: Financial Services, Banking
🔑 Job Function: Sales, Client Service, Risk Compliance
💰 Salary: Competitive
💼 Launch Your Sales Career as a Junior Consultant at Absa Bank!
Are you passionate about finance, customer service, and building long-term client relationships? Absa Bank is seeking a motivated and driven Junior Consultant Sales (FAIS) to join its dynamic team in Port Elizabeth. In this hybrid role, you will provide financial services tailored to individual client needs, actively promote and sell financial solutions, and contribute to the growth of one of Africa’s most respected banking institutions. If you thrive in a goal-oriented environment and value empowerment, collaboration, and integrity, this is your opportunity to shape your future with Absa. Junior Consultant Sales
🏢 About Absa Bank Junior Consultant Sales
With a legacy spanning over a century, Absa Bank is a pan-African bank with deep local roots and regional and international expertise. We are on a mission to empower Africa’s tomorrow—one story at a time. At Absa, we believe in offering employees the opportunity to grow, thrive, and contribute meaningfully. Our teams are bold, collaborative, and dedicated to helping clients reach their financial goals while driving innovation across the continent’s banking landscape.
📋 Junior Consultant Sales Role Overview
As a Junior Consultant Sales (FAIS), you will work proactively to identify client needs and deliver financial solutions in alignment with Absa’s regulatory framework and strategic sales targets. This role requires a balance of sales acumen, customer service, and strict adherence to risk and compliance protocols. You will work across teams to improve customer experiences, share best practices, and contribute to branch performance metrics.
🛒 Key Responsibilities
Sales Target Achievement: You will take initiative to contact new and existing customers, delivering targeted financial solutions that drive sales growth. Your focus will be on understanding client needs, building strong relationships, and achieving monthly and quarterly sales goals.
Client Engagement: Deliver exceptional service by understanding and responding to individual customer needs. You will act as a trusted advisor, ensuring customers receive timely, relevant, and accurate information on financial products.
Collaboration & Team Culture: Support a collaborative team environment by sharing knowledge and experiences. Offer constructive feedback and help cultivate an empowering, solutions-driven culture.
Risk & Compliance Adherence: Execute all duties in full compliance with Absa’s regulatory standards, internal control frameworks, and ethical banking practices. Ensure client onboarding, documentation, and transactions are accurate and aligned with FAIS regulations.
Customer Experience Focus: Consistently provide excellent service across all touchpoints. Resolve customer queries efficiently, escalate where necessary, and ensure a seamless experience that reflects Absa’s high service standards.
✅ Qualifications and Experience
Minimum Requirement:
• Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC) in Business, Commerce, or Management Studies
Preferred Experience:
• 1+ years in a customer-facing or sales role within a financial services or retail banking environment
• Proven ability to meet sales targets and navigate client relationship management systems
• Sound understanding of FAIS and compliance obligations in a financial institution
Key Skills and Competencies:
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Sales-driven mindset with a customer-first approach
• Excellent planning, time management, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team
• Proficiency in digital tools and CRM systems
• Knowledge of risk and compliance standards within banking
• A proactive, enthusiastic, and ethical approach to selling and servicing
💼 What Absa Offers
• Access to Absa’s Career Development Portal with tools for professional growth
• A supportive, inclusive workplace culture with mentorship and coaching
• Competitive compensation and employee benefits package
• Opportunities to progress within the bank’s local and regional networks
• The ability to contribute meaningfully to Africa’s evolving financial landscape
⚖️ Equal Opportunity Statement
Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In accordance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference may be given to applicants from designated groups. We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects South Africa’s rich demographics and promotes inclusivity in the workplace.
📩 How to Apply
Submit your application via the official Absa Careers Portal by 04 May 2025. If you do not receive feedback within two weeks of submitting your application, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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