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 remuneration Accounting of sales staff remuneration and related transactions Provide finance input in various business wide projects that affect distribution and finance SLA Sign off monthly audit file including AR's, reconciliations and journals Preparation of monthly management reports Negotiate 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 reports Co-ordination of audit for internal and external auditors Operational performance monitoring Resolve 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 making Manage staff in line with company policy What will make you successful in this role? Bachelor's degree or Diploma in change management Certification in communication/journalism will be an added advantage Certification in Project management will be highly advantageous 7+ 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 Abilities Quality and detail orientation Persuading and influencing Client service orientation Creating and innovating Achieving personal work goals and objectives Entrepreneurial and commercial thinking Interpersonal sensitivity Sound 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 teams Personal Attributes Financial acumen - Contributing through others Decision quality - Contributing through others Manages complexity - Contributing through others Plans and aligns - Contributing through others Build a successful career with us We'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 Competencies Being resilient - Contributing through others Collaborates - Contributing through others Cultivates innovation - Contributing through others Customer focus - Contributing through others Drives results - Contributing through others Turnaround time The 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 transformation The 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