Who are we?Sanlam Developing Markets (SDM) (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sanlam Life Limited) is one of the top financial services providers in the South African entry-level and emerging middle market. It aims to understand the unique requirements of clients and offers a wide range of simple and affordable financial solutions that cover needs such as funeral insurance, savings for education, life cover and personal accident plans. In terms of the Sanlam Group Governance Policy, SDM is managed by the SA Retail Mass cluster, which is part of the Sanlam Life and Savings cluster within the Sanlam Group. The cluster focusses on retail products, as well as group schemes.What will you do?Prepare, review and manage sales staff remunerationAccounting of sales staff remuneration and related transactionsProvide finance input in various business wide projects that affect distribution and finance SLASign off monthly audit file including AR's, reconciliations and journalsPreparation of monthly management reportsNegotiate timelines and SLA for projects partners and internal departments.Budget and Forecast of sales remuneration, manex & over-rider commissions.Provide input into development of management reportsCo-ordination of audit for internal and external auditorsOperational performance monitoringResolve escalated operational issues timeously, investigating financial queries & providing adequate responses.Staff management and development - responsible for team output, setting out of deadlines and managing staff performance.Analyse and interpret data in order to provide management information for decision makingManage staff in line with company policyWhat will make you successful in this role?Bachelor's degree or Diploma in change managementCertification in communication/journalism will be an added advantageCertification in Project management will be highly advantageous7+ years' background in a similar position.The experience of building targeted content is advantageous.Sound understanding of communication practices and procedures.Excellent communication skills.Ability to multitask and work well under pressure.Outstanding organizational and leadership skills.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesQuality and detail orientationPersuading and influencingClient service orientationCreating and innovatingAchieving personal work goals and objectivesEntrepreneurial and commercial thinkingInterpersonal sensitivitySound knowledge of writing for digital platforms and an inclination to drive digital solutions and find new and innovative ways to communicate.Ability to track and monitor engagement rates, as well as the ability to read these and find ways to increase engagement rates.Engaging with and working alongside Communication teamsPersonal AttributesFinancial acumen - Contributing through othersDecision quality - Contributing through othersManages complexity - Contributing through othersPlans and aligns - Contributing through othersBuild a successful career with usWe're all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future - your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters - Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office - the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.Core CompetenciesBeing resilient - Contributing through othersCollaborates - Contributing through othersCultivates innovation - Contributing through othersCustomer focus - Contributing through othersDrives results - Contributing through othersTurnaround timeThe shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.Our commitment to transformationThe Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.#J-18808-Ljbffr