Funeral Agent- AVBOB (Parys) x1
Job Overview
- Position: Funeral Agent
- Company: AVBOB
- Location:AVBOB Parys
- Industry: Insurance / Funeral Services
- Job Type: Permanent
- Salary: Market Related
This role combines business management, sales, leadership, customer service, and funeral service operations. The successful candidate will manage and grow an AVBOB Funeral Agency under the AVBOB brand.
Job Description
The Funeral Agent will take ownership of the agency by managing daily operations, supervising staff, growing the business, and ensuring excellent funeral service delivery to clients and families.
This role is suitable for someone entrepreneurial, customer-focused, and capable of leading a team while building strong community relationships.
Key Responsibilities
Agency and Business Management
- Manage the daily operations of the funeral agency.
- Take ownership of business growth and agency performance.
- Develop strategies to increase clients and revenue.
- Ensure operational efficiency and professionalism.
Staff Leadership
- Recruit, train, and manage agency staff.
- Build and lead a productive team environment.
- Monitor staff performance and development.
Customer Service
- Deliver compassionate and professional funeral services.
- Support families during funeral arrangements and related services.
- Maintain strong customer relationships and trust.
Marketing and Business Development
- Promote AVBOB funeral products and services.
- Identify opportunities to grow the agency within the community.
- Drive client acquisition and retention initiatives.
Fleet and Risk Management
- Oversee funeral vehicles and related logistics.
- Ensure proper risk management and operational compliance.
Minimum Requirements
Applicants should have:
- Matric / Grade 12.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Clean credit record (ITC).
- FAIS accreditation.
- Strong leadership and business management ability.
Preferred Experience
The following would be advantageous:
- Funeral industry experience.
- Insurance or financial services experience.
- Sales and marketing experience.
- Staff management experience.
Required Skills
Business and Operational Skills
- Business management
- Marketing and sales
- Team leadership
- Customer service
- Risk management
- Operations management
Personal Skills
- Leadership and initiative
- Communication skills
- Compassion and professionalism
- Entrepreneurial mindset
- Ability to work independently
- Relationship-building skills
Benefits and Opportunities
According to the advert, the role offers:
- Opportunity to manage your own AVBOB Funeral Agency.
- Business development support.
- Guaranteed commission while growing the business.
- Unlimited earning potential.
- Backing of a nationally trusted brand.
About the Employer
AVBOB Official Website is one of South Africa’s leading funeral service and insurance providers, offering funeral cover, funeral services, and related support nationwide.
Strong CV Areas for This Position
To strengthen your application, highlight:
- Leadership and management experience
- Sales or insurance experience
- Customer service experience
- Community engagement
- Business development skills
- Team supervision
- Marketing abilities
- Any funeral industry or financial services exposure