Branch Manager – Sasolburg
- Company: Sanlam Group
- Division: Sanlam Developing Markets (SDM)
- Location: Phuthaditjhaba
- Date Posted: 3 March 2026
Job Overview
Sanlam Developing Markets (SDM), a subsidiary of Sanlam Life Limited, is seeking an experienced Branch Manager to lead and grow the Sanlam Retail Mass (SRM) branch.
The role focuses on driving sales growth, leading a high-performance team, ensuring operational excellence, and delivering an outstanding client experience while maintaining compliance and risk standards.
Key Responsibilities
Branch Growth & Strategy
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Develop and implement the retail branch strategy
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Grow customer base and revenue
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Oversee execution of sales plans
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Drive a strong service culture
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Conduct monthly sales and service planning
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Submit accurate reports on branch performance
Team Leadership & People Management
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Lead, guide, and standardise activities of Sales Consultants
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Align branch goals with company strategy
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Manage performance, development, and capacity of staff
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Handle grievances and leave management
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Collaborate with HR on talent management and development
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Motivate and drive the team to exceed targets
Stakeholder & Relationship Management
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Engage Area Managers, Business Owners, community forums, and activation sites
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Build and maintain strong internal and external relationships
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Promote a service delivery ecosystem inside and outside the branch
Compliance & Risk Management
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Ensure adherence to regulatory frameworks and company policies
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Maintain quality and compliance standards
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Manage operational risk within the branch
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Ensure CPD compliance and regulatory accreditation
Education & Experience Requirements
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Matric (Grade 12)
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RE1 and RE5 qualifications
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120 Wealth Management credits OR FSCA-recognised tertiary qualification
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Class of Business accreditation (annual requirement)
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CPD compliance (current and past cycles)
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Minimum 5 years industry experience
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At least 3 years in leadership
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Service management experience (essential)
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Insurance sales experience
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Credit and lending experience
Knowledge & Skills
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Sales tactics and business development
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Stakeholder engagement
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Regulatory frameworks and compliance standards
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People management principles
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Business acumen
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Data analytics and reporting
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Project management
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Strong communication skills
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Critical thinking and problem-solving
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Computer literacy
Personal Attributes
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Strong interpersonal skills
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High-quality decision-making
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Ability to direct and optimise team performance
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Results-driven
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Resilient and adaptable
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Organised and structured
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Innovative and collaborative
Why Join Sanlam?
Sanlam Group offers:
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Competitive salary and performance incentives
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Comprehensive benefits package
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Career growth opportunities across multiple business clusters
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Ongoing training and development
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Supportive and inclusive work culture
Employment Equity & Transformation
Sanlam is committed to transformation and diversity. Employment Equity targets will be considered as part of the selection process.