Assistant to the Executive: Sales (CPT)

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

ENVIRONMENT:

IDENTIFY and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and productivity by providing seamless, high-level administrative support as the next Assistant to the Executive: Sales wanted by a dynamic Micro Insurer. Your core focus will be providing administrative support to the Executive: Sales, including scheduling, coordination, communication, and daily sales operations logistics. You will also maintain accurate customer and product databases; collate sales reports and prepare PowerPoint presentations while coordinating arrangements for the annual Sales Conference. The successful incumbent must have Grade 12/Matric or equivalent and preferably hold a Secretarial or Administrative Assistant Diploma, or equivalent qualification with strong administrative & presentation skills, fast and accurate typing ability and proficiency with MS Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook, is required.

DUTIES:

·        Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and productivity.

·        Maintain accurate customer and product databases and track relevant data.

·        Arrange travel and itineraries for the Executive: Sales.

·        Coordinate arrangements for the annual Sales Conference.

·        Collate sales reports and prepare PowerPoint presentations.

·        Provide administrative support to the Executive: Sales, including scheduling, coordination, communication, and daily sales operations logistics.

·        Assist with queries from District Branch Managers.

·        Support performance analysis and help identify areas for improvement.

·        Ensure effective coordination between teams and departments.

·        Draft letters relating to the Sales Advisor Division as required.

·        Prepare requisitions, including travel and refund requests, as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

Qualifications -

·        Grade 12 or an equivalent qualification is essential.

·        A Secretarial or Administrative Assistant Diploma, or equivalent qualification, is preferred.

Experience/Skills -

·        Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English are required.

·        Strong administrative skills are required.

·        Strong presentation skills are required.

·        Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook, is required.

·        Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.

·        Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

·        Fast and accurate typing skills.

·        Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with colleagues, other departments, and management.

·        Good time management skills, with the ability to deliver results and meet deadlines.

·        Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Advantageous –

·        Experience in the Financial Services industry.

·        Additional language skills.