Experienced Financial Adviser (Commission Based) at Absa in Rustenburg
Absa · Rustenburg, North West
Overview
Absa is looking for a seasoned Financial Adviser who is FAIS Fit and Proper compliant to join their Rustenburg team. This is a fully commission based role for someone with 3 to 5 years of advisory experience who wants uncapped earning potential and the freedom to build a sustainable practice. You will provide holistic financial planning, manage client relationships, and grow new business with the backing of a leading African bank.
About the role
Absa is seeking a high performing, experienced Financial Adviser to join their dynamic team in Rustenburg, North West. This role is built for a seasoned professional with a proven track record in financial services who is ready to maximise earnings through a fully commission driven model.
As a Financial Adviser, you will provide expert holistic financial planning and advisory services to clients. You will manage and grow an existing client portfolio where applicable, proactively source and convert new business opportunities, and deliver tailored investment, risk, and insurance solutions. Building long term client relationships through exceptional service is at the heart of this role, along with ensuring full compliance with FAIS and regulatory requirements.
You will stay informed on market trends and product developments so you can offer the best advice to your clients. Absa offers access to leading financial products and solutions, administrative and advisory support, ongoing professional development and technical training, plus the autonomy and flexibility to manage your own practice. It is a great platform to scale and build a sustainable advisory business while being rewarded for your expertise, effort, and ambition.
Application note: You will apply on Absa's official site. Use the apply button to be taken to the bank's own recruitment system.
Requirements
- Fully FAIS Fit and Proper compliant (non negotiable)
- RE5 certification (essential)
- Minimum 3 to 5+ years experience as a Financial Adviser or in a similar advisory role
- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets
- Established client base (advantageous)
- Strong business development and networking capability
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and closing skills
- Own reliable transport
- Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC): Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)
Responsibilities
- Provide expert, holistic financial planning and advisory services to clients
- Manage and grow an existing client portfolio where applicable
- Proactively source and convert new business opportunities
- Deliver tailored investment, risk, and insurance solutions
- Maintain long term client relationships through exceptional service
- Ensure full compliance with FAIS and regulatory requirements
- Stay informed on market trends and product developments
Benefits
Uncapped commission structure with high earning potential, access to leading financial products and solutions, administrative and advisory support, ongoing professional development and technical training, autonomy and flexibility to manage your practice, opportunity to scale and build a sustainable advisory business
Job details
- Organisation
- Absa
- Location
- Rustenburg, North West
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Mid (3+ years)
- Education
- Certificate
- Category
- Banking & Insurance
- Posted
- 26 October 2026 (1 week ago)
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
This Absa role is perfect if you already have a few years of financial advisory experience and want more control over your earnings. Because it is fully commission based, your success will depend on your existing client network and your drive to bring in new business. Make sure your CV clearly shows your RE5 certification, FAIS compliance status, and concrete sales figures from previous roles.
In the interview, be ready to talk about how you build trust with clients and handle tough financial conversations. Absa values entrepreneurial spirit, so highlight times you grew a portfolio or exceeded targets. Also confirm you have reliable transport, as you will likely meet clients face to face around Rustenburg. This is a great chance to build something long term with a major bank behind you. Go for it!
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