DC - Life Telesales Consultant - Sandton (1DP)

Job DescriptionIdentifying sales opportunitiesAnswering inbound calls timeously and making required outbound callsCo-ordination of own administrationIdentifying sales opportunitiesKey purposeThis position is based in the Discovery Connect Sales call centre, and reports to the sales team leader. The successful individual will be required to conduct Discovery Life telesales.Key OutputsThe successful individual will be required to perform on, but not limited to the following key outputs: Achieve Life Sales targetCommunication to members telephonically via fax and emailAttending to general administrationConduct Financial Needs Analysis Achieve quality targetOvercome objectionsAdhering to service level agreementsPersonal attributes and skillsThe successful individual will be required to demonstrate the following competencies: Target DrivenTeam PlayerGoal orientatedSelf motivatedAbility to perform under pressureAdapt to changePersuasivenessResilience/TenacitySound Time ManagementSelf managedAttention to detailAbility to learn quickly and apply knowledgeSpeak fluently (accent neutral) English/AfrikaansQualification & Experience Matric At least 1year sales experience, preferably in an outbound telesales environmentMinimum 1 year Life product knowledge, Discovery Life Knowledge is an advantage PC literacy, email, word, excelTertiary qualification an advantageNQF5 and RE5 qualificationEMPLOYMENT EQUITYThe Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply.