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Company overview
About Momentum Metropolitan Contact Centre
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Industry
BPO
Locations
Centurion (Momentum) · Cape Town (Metropolitan) · Johannesburg
Company size
3,000+ (contact centre)
Indicative pay
R8,000–R21,000/month
Head office
Centurion (Momentum)
Founded
1966
Official website
www.momentum.coPrepared by ShiftMate Editorial DeskLast researched
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Momentum Metropolitan Contact Centre handles customer service and sales calls for life insurance, health cover, retirement funds and short-term insurance under the Momentum and Metropolitan brands. The operation sits inside one of South Africa’s larger financial services groups and employs more than 3,000 people across its contact centres.
Clients range from higher-income policyholders served on the Momentum side to mass-market and underbanked customers on the Metropolitan side. The work is almost entirely inbound and outbound calls, with agents required to explain complex products and meet regulatory standards.
The company runs two main campuses. The Momentum site is in Centurion and focuses on wealthier clients and investment products.
The Metropolitan site is in Cape Town and serves a broader, lower-income customer base. A smaller Johannesburg presence exists, but most roles are tied to the two primary locations.
Staff numbers are concentrated in Gauteng and the Western Cape, which limits access for candidates in Durban or other regions without relocation. Day-to-day work involves long call queues, scripted compliance checks and ongoing product updates.
Agents receive fully funded FAIS training that leads to a recognised financial advisory qualification, and the group offers the Momentum Multiply wellness programme. Career movement is possible between the two brands, though it usually requires additional product training.
The environment suits people who can absorb detailed regulatory material quickly and stay consistent under call-volume targets. Those who prefer varied or less regulated work often find the learning curve and monitoring demanding.
The roles suit applicants already interested in financial services who can commit to several weeks of classroom and on-the-job training before handling calls independently. Candidates outside Centurion or Cape Town face practical barriers unless they can move.
Hiring typically starts with an online application, followed by assessments on numeracy and communication, then interviews and background checks. The process is straightforward but slow, with emphasis on regulatory fit rather than speed of placement.
Profile details are compiled from public information and may vary by role, location and campaign. This is not a statement from Momentum Metropolitan Contact Centre.
Review snapshot
What candidates can verify today
Public rating context
Glassdoor 3.6
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Indicative pay
R8,000–R21,000/month
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Roles to explore
6
Insurance Sales Consultant · Health Cover Advisor
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Glassdoor
3.6
out of 5
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Prepared by ShiftMate Editorial DeskLast researched
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What the workplace research suggests
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ShiftMate's editorial reading of the information collected for this profile is that Momentum Metropolitan Contact Centre may be most relevant to centurion and cape town-based candidates with matric looking for a global bpo brand and structured training.
The workplace context recorded for this profile indicates: Momentum Metropolitan operates two distinct contact centre environments — the Momentum campus in Centurion focuses on higher-income life insurance and investments, while Metropolitan in Cape Town serves a more mass-market and underbanked community with a genuine social mission. Both sides offer FAIS-funded training and Momentum Multiply wellness benefits. The dual-brand structure creates interesting career mobility across very different market segments within one group.
The listed pay signal is R8,000–R21,000/month. It is an indicative range rather than an offer, so check the current vacancy for the rate, working hours and any campaign-specific terms.
One point to verify before applying is: Centurion and Cape Town campuses — limited accessibility for Johannesburg or Durban candidates outside those areas
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Day-to-day picture
Working at Momentum Metropolitan Contact Centre
Work environment
Momentum Metropolitan operates two distinct contact centre environments — the Momentum campus in Centurion focuses on higher-income life insurance and investments, while Metropolitan in Cape Town serves a more mass-market and underbanked community with a genuine social mission. Both sides offer FAIS-funded training and Momentum Multiply wellness benefits.
The dual-brand structure creates interesting career mobility across very different market segments within one group.
Workplace evidence: Official company website · checked date not recordedEstimate / limited evidence — at least one source has no checked date.
Who it may suit
Centurion and Cape Town-based candidates with Matric looking for a global BPO brand and structured training
Training is listed for some roles. Confirm the format and eligibility in the current vacancy.
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Roles and pay
Momentum Metropolitan Contact Centre roles to explore
Role names and pay signals help with research; they are not a promise of a current vacancy or offer.
Role areas
- Insurance Sales ConsultantR8,000–R21,000/month
- Health Cover AdvisorR8,000–R21,000/month
- Retentions AgentR8,000–R21,000/month
- Claims ConsultantR8,000–R21,000/month
- Retirement Fund AdministratorR8,000–R21,000/month
- Team LeaderR8,000–R21,000/month
Pay context
R8,000–R21,000/month
Pay can differ by role, shift pattern, location, campaign, qualifications and experience. Confirm the actual rate before accepting an offer.
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Compare the trade-offs
Benefits and considerations at Momentum Metropolitan Contact Centre
Potential positives
- ✓Dual-brand insurer (Momentum + Metropolitan)
- ✓FAIS-funded training
- ✓Metropolitan historically serves underbanked communities — mission-driven work
- ✓Momentum Multiply employee wellness
- ✓Career progression across dual brands
- ✓FAIS training fully funded — gain a financial advisory qualification while working
- ✓Momentum Multiply employee wellness programme — one of the most comprehensive in SA financial services
- ✓Dual-brand structure (Momentum + Metropolitan) — career mobility across different market segments
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Questions to ask
- •Centurion and Cape Town campuses — limited accessibility for Johannesburg or Durban candidates outside those areas
- •Complex life and health insurance products require substantial training before agent independence
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Listed benefits
- •Medical aid contributions
- •Retirement fund contributions
- •13th cheque
- •Performance incentives
- •Study assistance programmes
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Before you apply
Hiring and interview guidance for Momentum Metropolitan Contact Centre
Hiring process
To apply for roles at Momentum Metropolitan Contact Centre, submit your CV and Matric certificate through the Momentum Group careers portal or the South African jobs platform listing. The screening process typically begins with an online psychometric and voice assessment, followed by a competency-based interview and FAIS Fit & Proper verification, which may require proof of ongoing studies if not yet compliant.
Successful candidates then undergo reference, credit and criminal checks before receiving an offer, with the full process usually taking three to five weeks. Prepare by practising clear communication and role-play scenarios involving insurance products to demonstrate your customer service aptitude.
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Interview process
Candidates apply online via the Momentum Metropolitan careers portal or platforms like PNet and Indeed for contact centre roles in Centurion, Cape Town or Johannesburg. Expect an initial CV screen, followed by a telephonic interview, aptitude and English proficiency tests, role-play assessments for sales or claims scenarios, and standard background checks including criminal records and references to confirm FAIS Fit & Proper status.
The full process from application to offer usually takes four to six weeks. Prepare by brushing up on basic insurance products, practising clear spoken English, and bringing certified copies of your Matric certificate and ID to any assessments.
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What to confirm
Matric, FAIS Fit & Proper or willingness to study, financial services interest
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Common questions
Momentum Metropolitan Contact Centre review FAQs
What jobs are available at Momentum Metropolitan Contact Centre in South Africa?
This profile lists Insurance Sales Consultant, Health Cover Advisor, Retentions Agent, Claims Consultant and 2 other role types for Momentum Metropolitan Contact Centre, with locations including Centurion (Momentum) and Cape Town (Metropolitan), Johannesburg. These are role types to explore, not a promise of a current vacancy. Check the live listings or the employer's careers page before applying.
How much does Momentum Metropolitan Contact Centre pay per month in South Africa?
ShiftMate's public-market pay estimate for Momentum Metropolitan Contact Centre is R8,000–R21,000/month per month, with the lower and upper ends shown as R8,000 and R21,000/month. Glassdoor shows a 3.6/5 employer rating. This is an indicative range, not an offer: pay can differ by role, location, campaign and experience. Confirm the rate in the live vacancy.
What qualifications do I need to apply at Momentum Metropolitan Contact Centre?
This profile lists the following entry requirements: Matric, FAIS Fit & Proper or willingness to study, financial services interest Training is listed as available, but the exact onboarding and experience requirements can vary by vacancy.
Where is Momentum Metropolitan Contact Centre located in South Africa?
This profile lists Momentum Metropolitan Contact Centre locations as Centurion (Momentum), Cape Town (Metropolitan) and Johannesburg. Check the specific vacancy for site requirements, as different campaigns may run from different offices.
Is Momentum Metropolitan Contact Centre a good place to work in South Africa?
Glassdoor rates Momentum Metropolitan Contact Centre at 3.6/5. Public-source research highlights fais training fully funded — gain a financial advisory qualification while working and momentum multiply employee wellness programme — one of the most comprehensive in sa financial services as possible positives. A public-source concern to consider is centurion and cape town campuses — limited accessibility for johannesburg or durban candidates outside those areas. The profile may be most relevant to centurion and cape town-based candidates with matric looking for a global bpo brand and structured training.
Does Momentum Metropolitan Contact Centre provide training for new employees?
Training is listed for some Momentum Metropolitan Contact Centre roles. The type, duration and eligibility can vary by vacancy, so confirm what is included in the current job description or interview.
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