PPS Graduate Advisor Internships 2024 / 2025

PPS invites South African unemployed graduates to apply for Internship Programme 2024 / 2025.

Internship Application Closing Date: 04 October 2024

Internship Location: Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Reference Number: PPS240927-1

Job Advert Summary:

This three-year internship position serves as a springboard for young graduates looking to launch their careers in the financial industry. The successful candidate will be motivated to build a professional practice by marketing risk and investment products from a well-established platform. This role is target-oriented with an incentive-based remuneration linked to sales targets.

Key Responsibilities:

Prospect and build a client base within the young professional student demographic.
Host financial workshops for students and young professionals.
Educate clients on sound financial principles.
Guide students to make informed financial choices.
Collaborate with a PPS Marketing Specialist on campus marketing activities.
Sell PPS student product range to existing members.
Adhere to regulations and compliance in the financial industry.
Continuously update qualifications and financial industry knowledge.
Participate in mentorship and training from experienced managers.

Minimum Requirements:

Formal Qualifications:

Relevant Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification (CFP advantageous).
South African driver’s license and own transport.

Experience and Knowledge:

Advantageous: Insurance industry-related knowledge and experience, familiarity with PPS products and membership.

Computer Literacy:

Proficient in MS Office Package.

Interpersonal and Intrapersonal Skills:

Strong communication skills (written and oral) with good presentation abilities.
Quality-oriented, reliable, customer-focused, resilient, and results-driven.