1. Key Performance Areas:

The key performance areas of this position include, but is not limited to:

Identify, develop, and evaluate marketing strategy, based on knowledge of company objectives and market characteristics; formulate, direct and coordinate marketing activities and policies to promote financial products and services; promoting and enhancing the corporate identity and image of Unity Inc NPC and associated entities amongst internal and external stakeholders at all times; perform functions of a Key Individual; Ensuring the accurate, professional execution of functions in compliance with relevant legislation; facilitate training of marketing and distribution staff or representatives and oversee or supervise their daily activities; develop strong understanding of the retirement industry, trade unions funds, BEE sensitive funds and ordinary retirement funds and report to the company and associated businesses; build sound relations with stakeholders in order to ensure support for and commitment to the vision and values of Unity Inc NPC; promoting the values of Unity Inc NPC and associated entities and promote a work ethic and philosophy that is zero tolerant to corruption; evaluate the financial aspects of product development, such as budget, expenditures, research and development appropriations, and return-on-investment and profit-loss projects; In support and in absence of the CEO represents Unity Inc NPC at all relevant forums and conferences where the concept and spirit of SRI or ESG is advanced.

2. Requirements:

A Degree or Diploma in Marketing or Business Administration or Sales and Marketing or equivalent qualifications and five (5) years’ experience in the financial services sector with emphasis on SRI or ESG approach; Key Individual who meets the requirements of fit and proper, approved, authorised and registered with Financial Services Board; minimum and essential to be registered on Category I, subcategories/financial products – 1.5 Retail Pension Benefits; 1.7 Pension Fund Benefits (excluding retail pension benefits) and; 1.14 Participatory interests in Collective Investment Schemes; the ideal candidate would be a suitable qualified and experienced, self-motivated marketing and distribution manager preferable with a slant towards SRI and ESG concepts with a knowledge of the retirement and investment regimes within the financial services sector and relevant legislation; ability to relate to investment consultants, have investment expertise and credibility, SRI and ESG expertise and credibility; two (2) years’ experience in management and leadership positions will be an advantage.

3. Skills and Competencies:

An analytical mind and a clear understanding of factors that influence the investment and retirement industry are required; Excellent decision making skills, good judgment and being a committed team player; the intellectual agility and creativity to respond to changing demands, being able to handle complexities and being an objective listener; business report writing; project management; situational analysis and problem solving skills; planning, organising and control of work environment; good time management skills and ability to meet deadlines and targets; some accounting experience and clear understanding of financial statements will be an added advantage; to be a people’s person who can engender a spirit of a common shared vision amongst stakeholders so as to achieve the mission, business goals and objectives of Unity Inc NPC.

4. Closing Date: 24 June 2016

If application does not receive any feedback or invitation to an interview by 30 June 2016 the applicant will be deemed to be unsuccessful.

5. Procedures for Applying:

Prospective candidates are advised to send their CV, a covering letter of motivation and contact details of three (3) referees. Certified copies of their ID, matric certificate and Degree or Diploma certificate or highest formal qualifications must be submitted together with this application. Should any application be received without any of the required information and documents it will, unfortunately, not be considered.

Package: R500,000 per annum total-cost-to company (negotiable).

Please forward your CV to Mr. Ramontsho Monnakgotla, the Corporate Services Manager: ramontsho@unityincorporation.co.za

A position has become available in our Sandton office for a financial services professional to assist our financial planners in reviewing, analysing, researching, recommending and preparing financial reports and proposals for clients in accordance with investment strategy.

 

General

The tasks assigned to this position are standard in their concept but require some independent thinking in their application.

Attention to detail is extremely important.  Good math skills are required along with an ability to develop big-picture thinking.

The candidate must:

• Have one to two years’ experience in the financial planning industry.
• Be able to work in a team environment and perform work for more than one financial planner.
• Be able to work extended hours on occasions when required.
• Have valid driver’s licence without endorsements.
• Be familiar with and have a good understanding of current legislation applicable to the industry (FSB, SARS, Insurance Acts, FICA, FAIS etc.) and consider all of these in reporting/planning.
• Have good time management skills.
• Be computer literate with a strong Excel (Graphs), Word, Power Point, email and internet ability with excellent report writing skills, and a very competent writer of business letters, quotations and proposals.
• Be detail oriented, and be able to work in an unstructured environment with critical time demands.
• Be able to understand profit and loss calculations, return on investment, annualised returns and basic business finance.
• Have Exceptional Telephone Skills
• Great Interpersonal Skills
• Must adhere to the FSB’s Fit and Proper criteria of Honesty and Integrity

Qualifications:

BComm – focus on financial and investment planning

NFB Offers:

• Pleasant work environment
• Competitive Remuneration package
• Employee Benefits

The Opportunity:

We are a rapidly growing and independent financial advisory company with branches in Durbanville, Paarl and Somerset West, and a part of the HGG group, a diversified accounting and tax practice. We require qualified, experienced and motivated Financial Advisors to join our team, with a long term, client focused mindset.

We provide:  Ongoing client referrals from within the Group.
Extensive product training.
High level management and technical support.
A very comprehensive range of products and services.
Full office, administration, and compliance support.

We are looking for:   Qualified and experienced Financial advisors.
A degree in the financial Sector is preferable.
Must have all relevant FAIS qualifications.
Minimum 5 years industry experience.
Motivated and professional.

An exciting career opportunity is currently available at Jenus Health, a Division of Telesure. The successful Sales Consultant will contribute to the organisational goals by converting leads to policies in a professional manner, with a view to retaining clients and ensuring satisfaction.

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 (Standard 10) with University Entrance (NQF4)
• RE5 and relevant FAIS credits

Essential:

• At least 1 year within a sales environment, preferably with the tenure being served in one Company Experience within the Financial Services Industry

Knowledge of:

• Medical Aid Industry
• Competent in Microsoft Word package
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to build relationships
• Excellent communication and written skills
• Ability to sell convincingly
• Excellent listening skills
• Knowledge of Medical Schemes Act

Role Description

• Develop comprehensive training material, case studies, formative and summative assessment instruments for new and existing qualifications and training programmes.
• Maintain changes to current qualifications, programme materials and assessments instruments.
• Develop and maintain policies and procedures.
• Act as contact person for student enquiries and assist students as requested, attend to learner queries regarding the qualification and handle complaints and compliments and keep records thereof.
• Facilitate programmes when applicable.
• Manage ongoing accreditation requirements with applicable Quality Management Bodies.
• Registration of new qualification with Quality Assurance Bodies.
• Maintain registration and accreditation of qualifications with FSB, FPI and SAQA
• Compile and submit all required reporting and documentation to applicable internal and external bodies.
• Ensure that MBSE website, prospectus and documentation are up to date.
• Contribute and comply to the overall Quality Assurance Management.
• Ensure system of MBSE documentation are up to date.

 

Skills and Attributes

• Leading and Supervising
• Work independently and in a team environment
• Function under pressure
• Analysing and reporting
• Detail orientated
• High ethical standards
• Learning and Researching
• Delivering results and working towards deadlines
• Formulating and Editing
• Working with people

 

Requirements & Qualifications

• Minimum, a MCom or similar qualification on the same level
• Working experience in a Higher Education institution (Private or Public)
• Minimum of 3 years working experience in developing and maintaining Higher Education programme material and assessment instruments
• Good command of written and spoken English and Afrikaans
• Computer literacy: Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Must have a positive outlook, be presentable and self-motivated
• Valid driver’s license and own transportation

 

Advantageous

• Knowledge of the financial services industry and relevant legislation (FAIS, FICA, LTIA, STIA, etc.)
• An additional Diploma in Financial Planning and Registration with an applicable professional body
• Working experience in the financial service industry

Location:                    Stellenbosch

Contract Type:          Permanent

Job Level:                  Management

Appointment Date:   1 July 2016

Remuneration:          Negotiable

Contract Type:              Internship / Fixed Term contract for 3 years

Appointment Date:      1 August 2016 or as soon as possible thereafter

Remuneration:              Negotiable depending on experience and qualifications

Reference:                     SuperviseeJHBJuly2016

 

Role Description

The successful applicant will be registered as a compliance officer under supervision with the Financial Services Board and be provided the opportunity to complete the statutory period under the supervision of a duly qualified and experienced compliance officer designated by Moonstone Compliance.

 

The role will provide a practical internship, during which the applicant will receive on the job training and mentorship in the provision of outsourced compliance and risk management services to clients in the financial services industry. The applicant will be required to assist the supervising compliance officer in executing their statutory duties. Duties will include risk identification and management, strategic and operational commentary, monitoring and administrative support functions to mitigate the risk of non-compliance with legislation and regulations.

 

Job Specification

• Identifying legislative risks and improving compliance awareness through strategic risk identification, stakeholder engagement and creating mitigation and monitoring strategies to effectively scope and manage the broader regulatory risk environment
• Assist with developing, implementing and maintaining risk and compliance documents, policies and procedures
• Assist with the establishment and maintenance of procedures on the identification, reporting and resolution of compliance and regulatory issues.
• Assist in monitoring compliance with applicable legislation, industry developments and internal procedures
• Collate and prepare reports and supporting data as required
• General client correspondence, notifications, legislative references and queries
• Liaise with clients and industry role players

 

Skills and Attributes

Ability to interpret and apply legislation, work independently, function under pressure, analyse and report, detail orientated, high ethical standards, a desire to learn and the ability to work to strict deadlines

 

Minimum Requirements

• Only applicants with a LLB / 4 Year Law degree will be considered
• Minimum of 2 years’ working experience in a legal, compliance or financial environment
• Computer literacy: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & Outlook)
• Good command of written and spoken English and Afrikaans
• Must have a positive outlook, be presentable and self-motivated
• Valid driver’s license and own transportation.
• Preference will be given to AA / EE applicants
• Advantageous: Knowledge of the financial services industry and legislation (FAIS, FICA, LTIA, STIA, etc.)
• Advantageous: Admitted attorney / Completed articles

 

Please email applications to gvanheerden@moonstonecompliance.co.za and include notice period and salary expectation.

Kindly quote the reference listed above. Closing date for applications: 13 July 2016

Only suitable applicants will be contacted. Should you not receive a response by 18 July 2016, please consider your application unsuccessful.

 

 

Job Level:                       Professional / Approved Compliance Officer

Appointment Date:        1 August 2016 or as soon as possible thereafter

Remuneration:                Market related

Reference:                      COGautengAugust2016

 

Role Description

The successful applicant will be appointed as a Compliance Officer with Moonstone Compliance (Pty) Ltd. Duties will include risk identification and management, strategic and operational commentary, monitoring and administrative support functions to mitigate the risk of non-compliance with legislation and regulations.

 

Job Specification

• Provide outsourced compliance and risk management services to clients and other entities within the financial services industry by facilitating the development, establishment and maintenance of a compliance risk management process.
• Provide assistance with developing, implementing and maintaining compliance documents, policies and procedures
• Identify legislative risks and improving compliance awareness through risk identification, stakeholder engagement and creating strategies to effectively determine and manage the broader regulatory risk environment
• Assist with the establishment and maintenance of procedures on the identification, reporting and resolution of compliance and regulatory issues
• Receive, research and manage client queries
• Staying informed on applicable legislation, industry developments and internal procedures
• Liaise with clients and industry role players
• General administrative duties including reporting

Skills and Competencies
Ability to interpret and apply legislation, work independently, driven, function under pressure, analyse and report, detail orientated, high ethical standards and the ability to work to strict deadlines.

 

Minimum Requirements

• Approved Compliance Officer with the Financial Services Board (Non-Negotiable)
• Approval as a Category II Compliance Officer will be a distinct advantage
• Only applicants with a LLB / 4 Year Law / Commerce degree will be considered
• Minimum of 3 years’ working experience in a legal, compliance or financial environment
• Working knowledge of the financial services industry and legislation (FAIS, FICA, LTIA, STIA, )
• Insurance laws and/or Investment Management experience and specialisation will be an advantage
• Computer literacy: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint & Outlook)
• Good command of written and spoken English and Afrikaans
• Must have a positive outlook, be presentable and self-motivated
• Valid driver’s license and own transportation
• Preference will be given to AA / EE applicants

 

Please email applications to gvanheerden@moonstonecompliance.co.za and include notice period and salary expectation.

Kindly quote the reference listed above. Closing date for applications: 13 July 2016

Only suitable applicants will be contacted. Should you not receive a response by 18 July 2016, please consider your application unsuccessful.

We are looking for an experienced Risk Manager. The responsibilties would entail the management of the internal compliance department which includes the management of Quality Assessors. The candidate must have experience and intimate knowledge of the FAIS act, LTI act and other related acts.

Skills and behaviour

• Problem solving ability
• Confident
• Reliable, responsible and accountable
• Attention to detail
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Quick learner
• Computer literate

Responsibilities

• Manage the investigation, evaluation and settlement of complaints
• Manage internal compliance and QA department
• Evaluate potential risks of the business with specific reference to industry changes and reputaional risks
• Communicate and manage the relationships with industry Ombuds
• Be abreast of industry updates and changes
• Implementation and control of departmental policies and procedures
• Manage the updates and changes of the FSP with the FSB
• Manage and motivate staff