With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.
Job Summary
We are looking for a high-performing, experienced Financial Adviser who is FAIS Fit & Proper compliant to join our dynamic and results-driven environment. This role is designed for a seasoned professional with a proven track record in financial services, who is ready to maximise earnings through a fully commission-driven modelJob Description
Key Responsibilities
Provide expert, holistic financial planning and advisory services
Manage and grow an existing client portfolio (if applicable)
Proactively source and convert new business opportunities
Deliver tailored investment, risk, and insurance solutions
Maintain long-term client relationships through exceptional service
Ensure full compliance with FAIS and regulatory requirements
Stay informed on market trends and product developments
Minimum Requirements
Fully FAIS Fit & Proper compliant (non-negotiable)
RE5 certification (essential)
Minimum 3–5+ years’ experience as a Financial Adviser or in a similar advisory role
Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets
Established client base (advantageous)
Strong business development and networking capability
Excellent communication, negotiation, and closing skills
Own reliable transport
What We Offer
Uncapped commission structure with high earning potential
Access to leading financial products and solutions
Administrative and advisory support
Ongoing professional development and technical training
Autonomy and flexibility to manage your practice
Opportunity to scale and build a sustainable advisory business
Ideal Candidate
You are a driven, entrepreneurial professional with a passion for client success, a strong sales mindset, and the ability to thrive in a performance-based environment. You’re looking for a platform that rewards your expertise, effort, and ambition.
Education
Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC): Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.
Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised
Skills Required
- FAIS Fit & Proper compliant
- RE5 certification
- 3-5 years experience as a Financial Adviser
- Proven track record of meeting sales targets
- Established client base
- Strong business development skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Own reliable transport
Absa Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Absa Group and has not been reviewed or approved by Absa Group.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical aid, group life, disability, and funeral cover are described as comprehensive, with features such as terminal‑illness advances and beneficiary grocery benefits. Wellness and assistance offerings support overall financial and personal wellbeing.
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Retirement Support — A pension fund and group retirement arrangements are positioned as core benefits within fixed remuneration. Retirement coverage is embedded alongside other protections as part of standard employment.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Employee share‑ownership (eKhaya) and equity‑linked awards broaden wealth‑sharing, with dividends or cash‑equivalent participation in some markets. This provides longer‑term value beyond base pay.
Absa Group Insights
What We Do
Absa Group Limited (Absa) has forged a new way of getting things done, driven by bravery and passion, with the readiness to realise growth on the African continent and beyond. We’re a truly African brand, inspired by the people we serve in Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Mozambique, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia. We also have representative offices in China, Namibia, Nigeria and the United States, as well as securities entities in the United Kingdom and the United States, along with technology support colleagues in the Czech Republic.
