About the role
Let's Write Africa's Story Together!
Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this.
Job Description
Regional Manager – Northern Cape (Central Region)Old Mutual | Personal Finance
Run the Area. Own the Number. Build the Team.
This is not a role for someone who wants to maintain.
This is for someone who wants to take control, drive performance, and be measured by results.
We are looking for a Regional Manager who can:
• Step into a complex environment and bring focus, discipline, and momentum
• Build a team that doesn’t just participate—but wins consistently
• Translate strategy into execution that delivers
If you’re looking for comfort, this isn’t it.
If you’re looking for impact, visibility, and real accountability, keep reading.
The Mandate
You will take full ownership of the area — performance, people, and growth.
Drive Performance
- Deliver against clear, non-negotiable sales targets
- Use data, not excuses, to manage performance
- Intervene early and decisively where performance dips
Build a Winning Team
- Raise the bar on leadership, coaching, and accountability
- Make tough calls where required
- Develop a pipeline of future leaders
Unlock Market Growth
- Strengthen your presence in the regional market
- Build strategic networks that create opportunities
- Turn potential into revenue
Execute Relentlessly
- Simplify complexity and remove operational noise
- Align stakeholders and get things moving
- Deliver results through others—consistently
What You Bring
- Proven leadership experience in a sales-driven environment
- Strong commercial instinct—you understand what drives revenue
- The ability to hold people accountable without losing them
- Resilience—you don’t get derailed by pressure or complexity
Minimum Requirements
- Relevant Bachelor’s Degree
- FAIS accredited (NQF5 – 120 credits)
- Full product accreditation
- Leadership experience
- CFP® (advantageous)
- Driver’s licence and own vehicle (non-negotiable)
Regulatory Note
This role falls within FAIS (Category B).
Candidates must meet Fit and Proper requirements (honesty, integrity, competence).
Skills
Building Trust, Buying Process, Client Needs Assessments, Commercial Acumen, Consultative Selling, Customer Understanding, Direct Selling, Executing Plans, Identifying Customer Needs, Identifying Sales Opportunities, Oral Communications, Sales Software, UpsellingCompetencies
Builds Effective TeamsBuilds NetworksBusiness InsightCollaboratesCommunicates EffectivelyCustomer FocusDrives Vision and PurposeEnsures AccountabilityEducation
Closing Date
29 May 2026 , 23:59The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question.
The Old Mutual Story!
Aplyr's read
Old Mutual is a leading South African financial services provider, attracting professionals in insurance, investment, and banking to drive comprehensive financial solutions.
What's promising
- •Old Mutual has a strong presence in the African financial services market.
- •The company offers diverse career opportunities across various financial disciplines.
- •Old Mutual invests in technology and innovation, enhancing financial solutions.
What to watch
- •The company faces intense competition from other financial service providers.
- •Economic volatility in South Africa can impact business performance.
- •Regulatory changes in the financial sector may pose compliance challenges.
Why Old Mutual
- •Old Mutual has a long-standing history since 1845, offering stability.
- •It provides a comprehensive range of financial services under one brand.
- •Old Mutual's commitment to community development is integral to its operations.
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About Old Mutual
Old Mutual Limited is a South African-based financial services group that offers a wide range of financial solutions including insurance, investment, and banking services.
