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Vehicle & Short-Term Insurance Sales Consultant

Umhlanga Ridge, DurbanR6,500 – R14,000/month8 positions

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About This Role

<p>South Africa has one of the highest vehicle accident rates in the world — and most drivers are underinsured. As a <strong>Vehicle &amp; Short-Term Insurance Sales Consultant</strong>, you'll connect South African consumers with the motor and comprehensive cover they need, while growing your own career in a high-demand sector.</p>

<p>You will join our outbound contact centre team in Umhlanga Ridge and work across motor vehicle and short-term insurance product lines. You'll receive thorough onboarding training, a stable monthly base salary, and commission earnings based entirely on your output.</p>

<h3>What the Role Involves</h3>
<ul>
<li>Outbound calling to prospective clients to introduce vehicle and short-term insurance products</li>
<li>Presenting cover options clearly and tailoring recommendations to individual needs</li>
<li>Consistently meeting and exceeding monthly sales targets</li>
<li>Navigating objections professionally and converting leads to policies</li>
<li>Updating client records accurately in the CRM system</li>
<li>Completing ongoing compliance and product training</li>
</ul>

<h3>What You Receive</h3>
<ul>
<li><strong>Guaranteed monthly base salary of R6,500</strong></li>
<li>Commission earnings — perform well and your income reflects it</li>
<li>Quarterly performance and attendance incentives</li>
<li>Free medical insurance, mental health support, and access to an on-site nurse</li>
<li>On-site dining and discounted grocery access</li>
<li>Industry training and structured career development</li>
</ul>

<p>This position suits driven individuals with existing short-term insurance sales experience who want the stability of a base salary combined with real earning upside.</p>

Requirements

  • Matric / Grade 12 certificate (essential)
  • Minimum 6 months of recent outbound telesales experience selling motor or short-term insurance products (essential)
  • Experience with comprehensive, motor-related, or personal lines insurance is essential
  • Clear criminal record
  • Proven sales track record in outbound environments
  • Strong communication skills in English
  • Ability to explain insurance products and cover options in simple, everyday language
  • Natural closing instinct — confident in asking for the sale without using pressure tactics
  • Proven skill at handling objections around price, necessity, and existing cover
  • Strong target discipline — consistent call volumes and conversion rates throughout the month

Position Details

Location:
Umhlanga Ridge, Durban
Salary:
R6,500 – R14,000/mo
Type:
Permanent · Direct Hire
Openings:
8
Fulltimepermanent
Insurance

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