Trainee Business Consultant

Join to apply for the Trainee Business Consultant role at Old Mutual South Africa Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this. Job Description Independent Contractor Opportunity: Trainee Business Consultant Old Mutual Broker Distribution – Gauteng | Cape Town | Durban Engagement Start Date: 1 March 2026 Old Mutual Broker Distribution is seeking high‑potential independent incumbents who aspire to a long‑term career supporting Independent Financial Advisers (IFAs). This engagement offers structured development, professional exposure and meaningful industry experience with one of South Africa’s most trusted financial services brands. What This Engagement Involves Foundational 4‑Week Development Period (Offsite) – full‑time offsite learning immersion covering core financial services knowledge, adviser engagement and practice‑management skills, Old Mutual product and market insights, and practical cohort‑based learning with other Trainee Business Consultants. Field Exposure (6–12 Months) – rotate across selected branches to gain practical experience alongside seasoned Business Consultants, exposure to adviser servicing, sales enablement and practice engagement, accelerated readiness to support adviser panels in future. Future Responsibilities After Successful Completion – may be considered for allocation of a panel of 15–30 IFAs, with core activities including relationship‑building and practice support, service excellence and technical enablement, market insights and growth facilitation. Commercial Terms A fixed monthly fee is paid for the duration of the development and field‑exposure phase. Once an adviser panel is allocated, incumbents transition to a commission‑based model linked to adviser production. Incumbents are responsible for managing their own tax affairs. The relationship is governed by an Independent Contractor Agreement. Minimum Requirements A recognised 3‑year degree or diploma (any field) A valid driver’s licence Access to reliable transport Demonstrable work experience (any industry) Experience in financial services is advantageous CFP qualification advantageous Availability to travel and be away from home during the 4‑week offsite programme Strong communication, relationship and interpersonal capability High learning agility, resilience and service orientation (Soft‑skills and potential are weighted strongly in the selection process.) Your Application Must Include Applicants must submit a concise CV (max three pages) and a written motivation explaining: Why you believe you will excel as a Business Consultant supporting IFAs Why you want to contract with Old Mutual Broker Distribution A real example demonstrating resilience, initiative or sales orientation Applications without a motivation will not be considered. Skills Building Trust, Client Management, Client Needs Assessments, Consultative Selling, Customer‑Focused, Customer Service, Customer Understanding, Customer Value Proposition Development, Direct Selling, Identifying Sales Opportunities, Sales Closing Techniques, Sales Data Management, Sales Software, Strengthening Customer Relationships Competencies Builds Networks, Business Insight, Communicates Effectively, Customer Focus, Directs Work, Drives Results, Interpersonal Savvy, Manages Complexity Education NQF Level 7 – Degree, Advanced Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate or equivalent Closing Date 11 December 2025, 23:59 The appointment will be made from the designated group in line with the Employment Equity Plan of Old Mutual South Africa and the specific business unit in question. The Old Mutual Story Seniority level Internship Employment type Full‑time Job function Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales #J-18808-Ljbffr