South African job seekers with Matric and sales experience can apply for a Virtual Sales Consultant position at Discovery. This role is based in Sandton, Gauteng, with remote work flexibility.
If you have experience in financial services and strong sales skills, this could be an opportunity to grow your career with one of South Africa’s leading financial services companies.
About Discovery
Discovery is a well-known South African financial services group focused on making people healthier and protecting their lives. The company operates in a fast-paced environment and looks for self-driven, professional individuals who align with its values.
This role falls within Discovery Connect, which supports clients through virtual sales and service channels.
Position Overview
Job Title: Virtual Sales Consultant
Business Unit: DCM Distribution
Location: Sandton, Gauteng
Work Setup: Remote
Minimum Qualification: Matric
Virtual Sales Consultants act as professional ambassadors for Discovery. The role involves supporting existing high-value clients, conducting virtual consultations, and identifying new sales opportunities across Discovery’s product range.
Key Responsibilities
Successful candidates will be expected to:
- Achieve sales targets through proactive campaigns and initiatives
- Conduct virtual client meetings via Zoom
- Communicate with clients via phone, email, and video calls
- Complete Financial Needs Analysis assessments
- Manage your own diary, appointments, and sales pipeline
- Upsell relevant Discovery products to existing clients
- Maintain compliance with financial services regulations
- Meet quality standards and service level agreements
- Stay informed about competitor products and industry developments
- Handle client queries and provide accurate product information
This role requires a strong ability to build trust-based relationships and provide professional, reliable service.
Minimum Requirements
To qualify, applicants must have:
- Matric certificate
- At least 2 years of sales experience
- Minimum 1 year knowledge in each of the following:
- Discovery Life
- Discovery Insure
- Discovery Health
- Discovery Bank
- Discovery Invest
- Essential NQF Level 5 qualification
- RE5 qualification
- COB qualification
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and email
Advantageous Qualifications and Experience
The following will strengthen your application:
- A tertiary qualification, especially in Business or Finance
- Broker consulting experience
- Strong understanding of financial planning
- Sound knowledge of investment, life, and insurance products
Required Skills and Personal Attributes
Discovery is looking for candidates who are:
- Self-motivated and goal-oriented
- Able to work under pressure
- Persuasive and resilient
- Detail-oriented
- Adaptable to change
- Strong team players
- Fluent in English and Afrikaans with a neutral accent
- Effective at managing their own time and workload
Employment Equity
Discovery applies its Employment Equity Plan and targets during recruitment. The company encourages applications from people with disabilities and promotes equal opportunity employment.
Why Consider This Role?
This position offers:
- Remote work flexibility
- Exposure to high-value clients
- Career growth within the financial services sector
- The opportunity to work for a respected South African brand
If you meet the requirements and have a passion for sales and financial services, this could be the next step in your professional journey.
