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Consultant

I have a strong passion for learning and knowledge and complementing my strong academic performance is my highly polished and effective communication and leadership skills. My experience gained from working as a personal financial adviser has been immense. I have developed the ability to diagnose and resolve problems while actively working toward and meeting deadlines. In this position time management and organisation is key and I have learnt to perform well under pressure while adhering to a

Work Preferences

Desired Salary
180,000 per year  
Availability
01-Mar-2012  
Desired Job Type
Full Time  
Can Travel for Work
Moderately  
Highest Education Level
Diploma/Certificate  
Current Location
Port Elizabeth  
Relocation
Will Consider Relocation to;
 
East London
Residency / Visa
Authorised to work in South Africa

Skills Profile

Investments
Non Actuary
Life
Non Actuary
Pensions
Non Actuary
WiderFields
Non Actuary
Technical Skills Skill Last Used Yrs. Exp.  
  Astute Download Process 2012 1  
  Front Office Quote System 2012 1  
  Microsoft Office 2012 10  
  Spotlight Suite 2012 1  
Other Skills
·         Reliable, trustworthy and vibrant ·         Highly motivated and hard-working ·         Sound Communication, Presentation and Interpersonal Etiquette ·         Drive, tenacity and urgency ·         High level of accuracy & attention to detail ·         Highly advanced Computer Skills ·         Negotiation & Persuasion Talent ·         Visionary Planner and perfectionist ·         Creative and innovative individual ·         Solution Enthused Problem Solving Acumen

Employment History

Job Title
Personal Financial Adviser
Industry
Financial Services
02/2011 to Current

·         Translation of strategic vision into a viable business model, whilst accomplishing profitable business positioning.

·         Build, manage and administer own personal financial planning practice.

·         Continuous cold calling, prospecting and presentations to source new business.

·         Build and maintain excellent client relations.

·         Gather client data and conduct a comprehensive Financial Needs Analysis.

·         Provide clients with a range of financial services & products to meet individual financial needs:

·         Including, but not limited to:  Life, Disability and Trauma cover, Short Term insurance, Retirement Planning, Investments, Savings options, Estate Planning, Wills and PPS Insurance.

·         Set up attainable business and actions plans to reach monthly deadlines and targets.

·         Perform ‘closing’ of sales negotiations, effectively increasing substantial sales turnover.

·         Professional co-ordination of projects; campaigns, promotions and client acquisitions.

·         Diagnose and resolve problems and actively manage case loads

·         Daily Time Management and Organization

Qualifications

Completed Institution Degree / Qualification
2011 Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University Post-Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning  
2010 Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University BCom Financial Planning CUM LAUDE