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Business Development Consultant - Group Risk

Business Development Consultant - Group Risk

JIGSAWWorkFromHome, Gauteng, South Africa
8 days ago
Job description

Business Development Consultant – Employee Benefits & Group Risk

JIGSAW Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

We’re looking for a dynamic, trustworthy, and human-centric Business Development Consultant to join our energetic team in Gauteng. If you’re passionate about meaningful relationships, inspired by growth, and ready to shape the future of Employee Benefits and Group Risk, this is your next big move.

At Jigsaw, we believe that success is built on integrity, care, and collaboration. You’ll be at the heart of our expansion, living the Jigsaw Values, identifying new opportunities, and strengthening relationships with intermediaries, retirement fund administrators, and insurers. Ensuring that every partnership reflects who we are : honest, approachable, and deeply committed to ethical service.

What You’ll Do

  • Identify and secure new business opportunities through intermediaries and other strategic channels with professionalism and integrity
  • Build and maintain a healthy sales pipeline, consistently meeting and exceeding revenue targets with energy and purpose
  • Provide thoughtful technical support and guidance to clients, ensuring they always feel informed, valued, and supported with clarity and simplicity
  • Confidently lead engaging presentations, communicate market insights, and facilitate training sessions that empower and inspire members and partners
  • Demonstrate subject matter expertise in Employee Benefits and Group Risk, being a trusted and ethical resource for clients and colleagues alike
  • Deepen long-term relationships with IFAs, EB Consultants, Wealth Managers, and Retirement Fund Administrators
  • Represent Jigsaw with authenticity and warmth at conferences, presentations, and networking events
  • Retain and grow existing clients through proactive, caring, and trustworthy service
  • Share valuable market insights that help shape our pricing, marketing, and product strategies with relevance and simplicity

What You Bring

  • BCom, Marketing, or a related degree (required)
  • RE5 certification (required)
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in Financial Services – ideally in Employee Benefits or Group Risk
  • Proven track record of exceeding targets and building a powerful intermediary network
  • Deep understanding of FSCA, FAIS, POPIA and the Pension Funds Act
  • A confident presenter, natural connector and relationship builder
  • High emotional intelligence, integrity and resilience — with the ability to lead ethically, simply and with empathy
  • Ability to work from our Randburg office and maintain a professional presence
  • Access to a suitable remote working setup to operate effectively away from the office
  • Willingness to travel within South Africa to meet clients, attend events and support business development activities

    • Compliance & Professional Standards

  • This position requires FSCA Category I authorisation for :
  • Long-Term Insurance (Category A & B1 – Group Risk)
  • Pension Fund Benefits
  • You should maintain your CPD hours and remain informed on FSCA and COFI developments to uphold professional and ethical service.

    • Why You’ll Love Working with Us

  • Join a values-led, high-performing team where your voice genuinely matters
  • Work alongside passionate professionals who believe in trust, relevance, service, and humanity
  • Be part of a growing national brand that leads with integrity and heart
  • Enjoy the freedom to innovate, the simplicity to act, and the energy to deliver

    • Apply Now

    If you believe in doing meaningful work with trust, energy, simplicity and care — we want to meet you.

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  • ️ Applications close : 30 November 2025

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