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Sales/Marketing - Insurance Sales/Marketing Gauteng FULL TIME R360 000,00 - R420 000,00 (PER YEAR) Approx Monthly Salary: R30 000,00 - R35 000,00 Job Summary What you'll be doing * Identify and research new business opportunities across targeted sectors and markets. * Build and maintain prospect lists using LinkedIn, market research, referrals, industry databases and internal networks. * Proactively engage prospects through cold calling, email, LinkedIn and other approved channels. * Identify key decision-makers and influencers across HR, Finance, Procurement, Risk, Operations, Executive and Employee Benefits functions. * Generate qualified leads and secure meetings for the sales and technical specialist teams. * Research target companies and prepare relevant background information ahead of meetings. * Identify potential opportunities across Healthcare, Wellness, Risk, Retirement, International Benefits, Government and Tenders. * Identify cross-selling opportunities across different business divisions. * Maintain consistent outbound activity and follow up on prospects throughout the sales cycle. * Accurately capture leads, activities, follow-ups and meeting outcomes on CRM. * Work closely with senior salespeople to ensure a smooth handover of qualified opportunities. * Monitor competitor activity, market movements and potential opportunities within target markets. * Contribute directly to building a healthy and diversified sales pipeline. What we're looking for * Matric is essential. * A diploma or degree in Sales, Marketing, Business, Commerce or a related field will be advantageous. * 2–4 years' experience in business development, sales development, lead generation, outbound sales or B2B prospecting. * Experience in financial services, insurance, employee benefits, healthcare, consulting or professional services will be advantageous. * Proven ability to conduct proactive outbound prospecting and generate new opportunities. * Strong telephone, email and LinkedIn communication skills. * Experience using CRM systems and prospecting tools such as LinkedIn Sales Navigator will be advantageous. * Strong research and stakeholder-mapping abilities. * Good understanding of the B2B sales process and how to identify genuine buying signals. * Comfortable working to targets, activity KPIs and deadlines. The person we're looking for You're a true hunter…
Gauteng is an important market for jobs and professional roles in South Africa. Gauteng concentrates head-office roles, banking, retail, logistics, and public-sector vacancies. Competition is high, so applying early and tailoring each CV matters more than sending one generic document everywhere. Finance, IT, call centres, retail management, and mining services dominate hiring. Students often find internships and learnerships through large employers with structured intake seasons. Many roles assume daily travel across Johannesburg, Pretoria, or Ekurhuleni. Before you apply, estimate taxi, bus, or fuel costs so a job that looks well paid on paper still makes sense after commuting.
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