Financial Advisor- Acornhoek

Job Description

• You became a Financial Advisor to make a difference, to help people make informed decisions for them and their loved ones. At Dis-Chem Life, we are giving you the platform to do just that.
• Welcome to the frontline of protection. At Dis-Chem Life, we are doing it differently.
• We are putting Financial Advisors inside the busiest health and wellness stores in South Africa.
• We are looking for skilled Financial Advisors nationally, to be placed in retail stores where thousands of people walk in every day, seeking care, support, and solutions.
• Access to real people, in real life, real moments with real needs, standing a few metres away. And that's where you come in.

Summary of the Role

• To connect with customers in-store, in real time, and provide tailored financial solutions that meet their immediate and long-term needs. As a Dis-Chem Life Instore Financial Advisor, you'll turn everyday store visits into meaningful conversations that protect lives, build trust, and grow our business.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage directly with walk-in customers in a retail environment to identify their needs and introduce Dis-Chem Life's insurance and financial products.
• Deliver compliant, needs-based financial advice face-to-face.
• Build trust and long-term relationships with customers by demonstrating product value and relevance to their life stage.
• Consistently achieve sales targets and conversion metrics in a high-traffic retail setting.
• Maintain up-to-date product knowledge, compliance, and FSCA regulatory requirements.
• Represent Dis-Chem Life with professionalism and approachability, reinforcing our reputation for care and expertise.
• Keep accurate records of client interactions and complete all required documentation in line with compliance standards.

Benefits

• Salary, Plus rich commission structure
• You're not behind a desk. You are on the floor, engaging people who are already in a mindset of looking after themselves and their loved ones.
• Built-in opportunity. Thousands of potential customers walk past you daily no cold calling, just warm, in-person connections.
• The retail advantage. Leverage the trust and footfall of South Africa's busiest health and wellness stores to accelerate the growth your client base.
• Access to marketing, product, and operational support

Requirements

• Matric National Senior Certificate Required
• RE5 + COB Advantageous
• Post Matric qualification, Diploma or Degree in a relevant field e.g., FMCG, Retail, Business, or related Advantageous
• If previously registered on a License, hold Fit & Proper status
• Minimum 2–4 year's experience in either an advice-giving role within insurance or financial services, or in a high-traffic retail environment FMCG, automotive, or similar
• Proven track record in face-to-face client engagement and sales performance
• Strong interpersonal and listening skills, with the ability to simplify complex financial concepts for customers
• Ability to work retail hours, including weekends and public holidays as required
• Reliable transport to and from your allocated store
• Must be bilingual in one or more languages