Account Manager / BDO - Personal Lines (Insurance) R250 - R300k pa

National Leader in the Insurance Industry requires a professional incumbent to tactically plan and follow through on Sales and Marketing initiatives of the personal lines product range to all prospective clients in the different Market Segments, according to the Branch Sales Target and Marketing Strategy in order to ensure the attainment or pre-determined personal goals and the growth of the personal lines client base.

2. Key Responsibilities

• Collate and manage a three month forecasted marketing plan according to marketing strategy and personal sales targets, taking into account marketing response rates and sales conversion ratios
• Build relationships with Influencers and Decision Makers of Corporate accounts by proactively making regular contact with them ensuring that a high standard of service is delivered;
• Assist with designing and compiling presentations to identified market segments in line with marketing strategy
• Present personal lines offering to Influencers/prospects as required
• Call on Influencers of Scheme/Affinity clients as laid down in marketing strategy
• Provide professional and correct advice, explaining cover, exclusions, terms and conditions and ensuring clients are advised on underwriting requirements in terms of the policy;
• When necessary negotiate cover and rates with insurers on behalf of clients;
• Generate new business leads according to set targets;
• Produce marketing and sales reports
• Produce and manage Prospect Lists;
• Participate in branch marketing strategy by continuously communicating with allocated areas of responsibility;
• Attend all internal and external client functions and participate in all marketing drives;
• Handle underwriting and claims queries when necessary;
• Assist in retention of business;
• Generate own correspondence;
• Adhere to FAIS and to minimum Quality and Service Standards as laid down by the Division.
• Support and actively participate in and contribute towards team initiatives and any new Branch strategies.
• Continuously recommend improvement on systems and processes through innovative thinking.
• Assist when other staff members are absent due to sickness or are on leave.
• Attend team meetings and go on prescribed courses.

The Suitable incumbent must:

• Have the appropriate NQF level 4 qualification and be FAIS Compliant (minimum of 30 credits)
• Have 3 years sales and marketing experience and have a proven ability to sell personal lines products
• Have excellent working knowledge of and experience in all aspects of personal insurances which includes underwriting, claims procedures and understanding of policy wordings;
• Highly computer literate; (Windows based applications)
• Knowledge of trends and competitors products being offered
• Be articulate and have good communication skills, both verbal and written, in order to commit to excellent client service
• Be professional, well groomed and appropriately attired to ably represent the company in a corporate environment
• Be a team player and support fellow colleagues wherever possible and assist in fluctuating workloads.
• Be self assured and display energy and enthusiasm whilst focusing on achieving goals
• Have a high work ethic and the ability to work independently and under pressure
• Have high levels of initiative and the ability to manage their own priorities and resources to deliver results
• Have the ability to function effectively as a member of a team
• Have strong computer skills and experience on windows-based applications
• Have a valid code 08 driver’s license


FAIS COMPLIANCE
Applicants must:
• Comply with (or have a development plan in place to achieve compliance with) the applicable provision of the determination of Fit & Proper requirements for Financial Services Providers (FSB Board Notice 91 of 2003); and
• Have knowledge and understanding of the applicable provisions of the general code of conduct of Authorized Financial Services Providers and Representatives (FSB Board Notice 80). This information is on the FSB Internet site (for prospective employees) or available under Compliance on the Company intranet site (staff).
• Have a basic understanding of the Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA), Act 38 of 2001, and the money laundering provisions of the Prevention of Organized Crime Act 121 of 1998.
• Complete RE1 exams by July 2012

Interested qualified incumbents may contact Yolanda Vermeulen on 041 373 0827 / yolanda@cityplacements.co.za

Client Services Consultant - Insurance Industry - R 160k pa

PE Based Corporate Insurer requires a Client Service consultant for the Personal Lines side of the business

CORE FUNCTION
To provide a consulting service to the existing client base.

Key Responsibilities:
• Quote on and underwrite any changes required by clients
• Act promptly and efficiently on clients requests/requirements in line with business operating practices
• Provide professional and correct advice with regard to cover needs adhering to Minimum Operating Practices and FAIS requirements
• Explain policy cover and exclusions where necessary
• Ensure clients are advised of underwriting requirements in terms of the policy
• Retention of clients who wish to cancel
• Rebroke risks where necessary to retain clients
• Seek opportunities to upsell cover where relevant
• Excellent client service capabilities
• Pro-active servicing of client base

The Suitable incumbent must:
• Have extensive experience (minimum of 3 years) in personal lines underwriting
• Be FAIS compliant to current level and working on meeting next level of
requirements (not negotiable)
• Be in a position to work one Saturday a month from 8:00am to 1:00pm
• Be in a position to work flexible hours based on the business requirements
• Be fluent in Afrikaans
• Be computer literate, having knowledge of windows based products and ability to utilise in-house programs
• Have excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, English - essential
• Be a leading example in reliably meeting commitments and deadlines
• Have the ability to make decisions and take accountability for those decisions
• Have the ability to work under pressure and handle irate clients in composed and professional manner
• Be a team player and take responsibility for own development initiatives

FAIS COMPLIANCE

Applicants must:
• Comply with (or have a development plan in place to achieve compliance with) the applicable provision of the determination of Fit & Proper requirements for Financial Services Providers (FSB Board Notice 91 of 2003); and
• Have knowledge and understanding of the applicable provisions of the general code of conduct of Authorized Financial Services Providers and Representatives (FSB Board Notice 80). This information is on the FSB Internet site (for prospective employees) or available under Compliance on the Company intranet site (staff).
• Have a basic understanding of the Financial Intelligence Centre Act (FICA), Act 38 of 2001, and the money laundering provisions of the Prevention of Organized Crime Act 121 of 1998.
• Complete RE1 exams by July 2012


Interested candidates with the relevant experience please contact Yolanda Vermeulen on 041373 0827 / yolanda@cityplacements.co.za

AA Food and Beverage Manager - Eastern Cape - R 150k - R220k pa neg

Eastern Cape based hospitality establishment has an opportunity for an experienced F&B Manager.

Requirements:
- Relevant qualification in Food and Beverage Management
- Previous experience as F& B Manager is essential
- MUST have large Hotel experience
- Banqueting and Conference exposure essential
- Candidates will be required to work hospitality hours
- Able to function effectively under pressure
- The ability to liaise fluently in Xhosa will secure

Interested candidates may contact Yolanda Vermeulen on 041 373 0827 / fax 086 606 0860

Production Pharmacists

PE Based manufacturing plant requires qualified pharmacist to add value to the bottom line

Responsibilities include:
• Ensuring supervisors/ team leaders are conversant with production schedule.
• Organising department daily activities.
• Identifying and addressing production problems and ensuring daily targets are met.
• Liaison with Manager in respect of production situation.
• Pharmaceutical function including mixing parenteral, authorization of processes, auditing batch records and line closure
• Responsible for loss control and productivity.
• Ensuring employees are trained in their functions.
• Ensuring SOP’s, GMP practices and batch manufacturing records are written, reviewed and updated
• Responsible for compliance with factory rules and regulations.

Minimum Requirements
• Must possess a B Pharm or Dip Pharm and be a Registered Pharmacist with SAPC
• Must be prepared to work rotational shifts
• Previous, relevant pharmaceutical or manufacturing experience
Personality
• Good analytical ability with attention to detail
• Good interpersonal skills
• Works well without supervision
• Able to handle pressure and time limits

Interested professionals may contact Yolanda on 041 373 0827 / yolanda@cityplacements.co.za

Articled Clerk (R6000 - R7000)

Accounting firm in Port Elizabeth is in search of a candidate that wish to complete SAICA articles.

Candidates must have completed B.Comm(Accounting) or most of their 3rd year subjects.
Candidates must be fluent in Afrikaans and be able to start soonest.

Interested candidates can forward their cv to tania@cityplacements.co.za

We Endeavour to contact all our candidates timeously to inform them of the outcome of their application. However, should you not receive any response from us regarding your application within the next week, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Fitter Required

Global leader in the automotive manufacturing industry is in search of a qualified Fitter to join their team at the Port Elizabeth Plant.

The successful incumbent will be responsible for the following:
Shift cover and mechanical planned maintenance
Mechanical drawing knowledge and minor project manufacturing
Repairs to ad commissioning of machines
Assist with breakdowns throughout the plant when needed
Adhere to all Health, Safety and environmental requirements

Requirements:
Trade Tested Fitter
3- 5 years experience in heavy industry environment
Knowledge of Electro pneumatics and basic hydraulics
Fault finding and diagnostic ability

Prepared to work shifts, including weekends
Prepared to work overtime when needed

Skills required:
Strategic orientation and visionary thinking
Customer orientation, Integrity, profit orientation and quality orientation
Assertiveness, decision making, leading, steering and coaching others
Delivering results, Problem solving abilities
Initiative

Remuneration:
R85 - R100 per hour
50% Medical Aid Contribution
9.5% Provident Fund Contribution
13th Cheque

Interested candidates can forward the updated CV's to:
retha@cityplacements.co.za or fax it to 086 725 0959

We Endeavour to contact all our candidates timeously to inform them of the outcome of their application. However, should you not receive any response from us regarding your application within the next week, please consider your application unsuccessful

Electrician

Global leader in the automotive manufacturing industry is in search a qualified Electrician to join their team at the Port Elizabeth Plant.

The successful incumbent will be responsible for the following:
Shift cover and electrical planned maintenance
Electrical drawing knowledge and minor project manufacturing
Knowledge of Siemens S5 and S7 PLC's and Beckhoff control systems
PC operation and fault finding
Repairs to and commissioning of machines
Assist with breakdowns throughout the plant when needed
Adhere to all health and environmental requirements

Requirements:
Trade Tested Electrician
3- 5 years experience in the field
Fault finding and diagnostic ability
Be conversant with AC/DC drives, PLC, Basic Pneumatics, Hydraulics and instrumentation

Prepared to work shifts, including weekends
Prepared to work overtime when needed

Skills required:
Strategic orientation and visionary thinking
Customer orientation, Integrity, profit orientation and quality orientation
Assertiveness, decision making, leading, steering and coaching others
Delivering results, Problem solving abilities
Initiative

Remuneration:
R95 – R105 per hour
50% Medical Aid Contribution
9.5% Provident Fund Contribution
13th Cheque

Interested candidates can forward the updated CV's to:
retha@cityplacements.co.za or fax it to 086 725 0959

We Endeavour to contact all our candidates timeously to inform them of the outcome of their application. However, should you not receive any response from us regarding your application within the next week, please consider your application unsuccessful