Job Profile : Broker Assistant
Location : Southern Suburbs, Cape Town, South Africa
Type : In-office
Start date : February / March 2026
Our client is a well‑respected Independent Insurance Brokerage based in the Southern Suburbs. They specialise in delivering comprehensive advisory services across Employee Benefits, Investments, Medical Aid, and Life Insurance. With a deep commitment to exceptional client service, they prioritise meaningful, long‑term relationships—ensuring that every employer, and every employee, receives the care, clarity, and personalised support they deserve.
Position Purpose
The Broker Assistant provides administrative, client service, and operational support to the Employee Benefits Financial Advisor. The role ensures smooth day‑to‑day operations for corporate clients, regulatory compliance, and effective communication between clients, insurers, and the advisor.
Key Responsibilities
1. Client Servicing & Relationship Management
- Serve as the primary contact for client and member queries on employee benefit schemes (retirement and group risk funds).
- Assist with onboarding new clients and employees onto benefit programmes.
- Manage service requests including membership changes, withdrawals, retirements, and policy queries.
- Engage with members and clients via meetings, phone, and email.
- Liaise with insurers, administrators, and service providers to resolve issues promptly.
- Support the advisor with client communications, benefit summaries, and employee presentations.
2. Administration
Maintain accurate client records, including policy schedules, membership data, and compliance documents.Prepare quotations, benefit comparisons, and annual renewals.Process new business applications, scheme amendments, and cancellations.Ensure proper filing, updating, and accessibility of all documents in line with regulatory and company standards.3. Compliance & Reporting
Support adherence to FAIS, FICA, POPIA, and other applicable legislation.Monitor deadlines for renewals, premium collections, and reporting submissions.Prepare client summaries and related documentation.Uphold strict confidentiality and data protection requirements.4. Operational Support
Schedule client review meetings and prepare supporting reports.Track and follow up on pending claims, endorsements, and underwriting requirements.Submit monthly payrolls and related updates.Provide general administrative support, including diary and meeting management.Required Skills & Competencies
Strong knowledge of employee benefits (retirement and risk benefits).Excellent organisational and administrative skills with strong attention to detail.Effective written and verbal communication skills.Ability to build strong relationships with clients and service providers.Strong time‑management and task‑prioritisation skills.Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel) and relevant portals; Old Mutual system experience advantageous.Must live in the Cape Town areaQualifications & Experience
Matric certificate.Tertiary qualification in Financial Services, HR, or Business Administration (advantageous).5–10 years’ experience in employee benefits, insurance, or financial services support.Valid SA drivers license and reliable own car.Personal Attributes
Detail‑oriented, professional, and client‑focused.Proactive problem‑solver with a service‑driven mindset.Team player who can work independently.Ethical, discreet, and trustworthy in handling sensitive information.Renumeration : R20k p / m CTC
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