Job Description

Established in 1936, The Federated Employers Mutual Assurance Company (RF) Proprietary Limited (FEM) is a mutual insurer operating under license from the Compensation Commissioner and our business is governed by the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act of 1993. FEM is registered as a non-life insurer in terms of the Insurance Act 18 of 2017.

FEM is looking to appoint an experienced sales and business development professional who is target driven and enjoys a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for obtaining and exploring new business and servicing existing policyholders in respect of the operations of the business.

The position requires a candidate that can:

• Execute sales strategies to achieve company targets.
• Identify and engage potential policyholders through various channels.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing policyholders.
• Conduct product presentations and demonstrations for prospective policyholders.
• Negotiate and close deals to meet or exceed sales targets.
• Provide exceptional customer service and after-sales support.
• Keep up to date with industry trends and market conditions.
• Collaborate with the sales team to share best practices and market insights.
• Update the CRM, Salesforce with sales tracking.
• Provide weekly reports on sales.
• A proven track record of achieving sales and new business acquisition targets is required. The ability to speak more than one language as well as good report writing skills are essential in this position.
• The minimum requirements of the position are Matric with a minimum of 5 years’ sales experience in financial services and/or insurance. 
• In exchange for the candidate’s successful services, FEM offers a competitive total cost to company remuneration with good benefits. Own, reliable car and driver's license is required.
• We have regional offices in Cape Town, Durban, and Johannesburg. This position will be located in Johannesburg.

Candidates are invited to submit a detailed CV by close of business on 22 September 2026..

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• Applications are invited for the Technical Team Lead position in Head Office based in Rosebank. The objective of this role would be technical leadership and hands-on development expertise within our software development team.  The successful candidate would be responsible for designing, developing and delivering secure, scalable and high-quality solutions using modern Microsoft technologies.
• The minimum requirements of the position are Matric with either a recognized diploma or B degree in IT or relevant proven experience with full stack development. Agile, web design and development of multi-tier application experience required. Domain driven design is preferable.
• The position requires a minimum of 10 years’ experience as a Software Developer in an enterprise environment, proficient in C#, .NET, Entity framework, Angular, Oracle and SQL Server, Cloud (preferably Azure) and DevOps.
• The successful candidate will contribute to technical roadmaps, solution design and continuous improvement initiatives according to the company’s strategy and needs. Knowledge of financial services processes specifically in insurance or COIDA will be advantageous.
• In exchange for the candidate’s successful services, FEM offers a competitive total cost to company remuneration with good benefits.

Candidates are invited to submit a detailed CV by close of business on 25 September 2026.

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• FEM is looking to appoint a Junior QA Tester at our Head Office. The successful candidate will support the delivery of reliable, high-quality software by executing defined quality assurance activities within a DevOps and Agile delivery environment. The role focuses on manual testing, defect management, and developing automation testing skills under supervision, while contributing to continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) processes.
• The successful candidate will work closely with developers, business analysts and senior QA team members to ensure software quality standards are maintained throughout the development lifecycle. The individual will be responsible for executing test cases, identifying and reporting defects, supporting quality assurance activities, and continuously developing their technical and business knowledge within a collaborative software development environment.
• The following skills and experience will be required:

Quality Assurance & Testing

• Manual test planning and execution
• Test case creation and maintenance
• Regression testing
• Defect identification, logging and tracking
• Test data preparation and management
• Functional and integration testing
• User story and acceptance criteria validation
• Quality assurance best practices

Technical & Delivery Support

• Basic understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
• Basic understanding of Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC)
• Exposure to Agile and Scrum methodologies
• Basic API testing knowledge
• Basic SQL and data validation skills
• Experience working in development and UAT environments
• Understanding of CI/CD concepts and DevOps principles
• Exposure to software testing tools and methodologies

Other Skills

• Strong attention to detail
• Problem-solving ability
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Ability to follow defined processes and procedures
• Good organisational and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Confidentiality and data sensitivity awareness
• The minimum requirements of the position are a Matric qualification together with ISTQB Foundation Certification (or currently working towards certification), software testing short courses, relevant bootcamps, internships or equivalent practical exposure.
• A Diploma or Degree in IT, Computer Science, Information Systems or a related field will be advantageous.
• Candidates should have between 0 and 2 years' experience in software testing.
• Exposure to academic testing projects, internships, graduate programmes, Agile delivery environments, test case creation and execution, as well as basic SQL knowledge, will be advantageous

Closing Date 25 September 2026

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• FEM is looking to appoint a Creditors Clerk at our Head Office. The successful candidate will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices and payments using Sage X3. This role ensures that all creditor transactions are recorded in compliance with internal financial controls, company policies, and relevant accounting standards.
• The Creditors Clerk plays a key role in maintaining healthy supplier relationships through effective communication and prompt resolution of queries, while also supporting internal and external audit processes.
• By ensuring the integrity of the creditors ledger and contributing to the broader financial control environment, the role supports the Finance Department in achieving operational efficiency, compliance, and financial accuracy.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Diploma in Financial Accounting
• At least 3 years’ experience in creditors payments
• 2 years’ experience in general financial administration
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Experience using Sage X3
• Knowledge of company financial policies and procedures

Ideal Experience:

• Financial accounting within an insurance environment
• B.Com qualification
• Excellent attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work under pressure are essential. Strong communication and interpersonal skills will be advantageous.
• In exchange for the candidate’s successful services, FEM offers a competitive total cost to company remuneration with good benefits.
• We have offices regionally in Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg. The Head Office is based in Rosebank, Johannesburg.

Candidates are invited to submit a detailed CV by close of business on 18 September 2026.

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• FEM is looking to appoint a Senior Business Analyst at our Head Office. The successful candidate will serve as the structured interface between business stakeholders and technology delivery teams.
• The role is responsible for identifying business needs, analysing processes and controls, defining and managing requirements, evaluating solution options, and supporting implementation and benefits realisation.
• The successful candidate will ensure that proposed changes are practical, traceable, risk-aware, compliant with applicable obligations, and aligned with FEM's strategic and operational objectives.
• They will be expected to collaborate effectively with business and technical stakeholders, facilitate workshops, support solution design and implementation activities, and drive continuous business process improvement across the organisation.

The following skills and experience will be required:

Business Analysis & Stakeholder Management

• Requirements elicitation, analysis and management
• Business process modelling and optimisation
• Stakeholder engagement and relationship management
• Workshop facilitation and requirements gathering
• Business case development and solution evaluation
• Gap analysis and impact assessment
• Benefits realisation and change support

Technical & Delivery Support

• Experience supporting software development and implementation initiatives
• Understanding of Agile delivery methodologies
• User Acceptance Testing (UAT) planning and support
• Solution analysis and validation
• Data, regulatory, risk and control requirements analysis
• Requirements traceability and documentation

Other Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Ability to influence and collaborate across multiple stakeholder groups
• Strong planning, organisation and documentation skills
• Attention to detail and governance awareness
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• The minimum requirements of the position are a relevant degree or diploma in Business Analysis, Information Systems, Commerce, Computer Science or a related field, together with a minimum of eight years' relevant business analysis experience, preferably including complex systems implementation or transformation initiatives
• Recognised business analysis certifications such as CBAP, CCBA, PMI-PBA or equivalent will be advantageous. Experience within the insurance or financial services industry will be highly advantageous.

Closing Date 25 September 2026

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• FEM is looking to appoint an Assistant Company Secretary at its Head Office, based in Johannesburg. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), the overall objective of this role is to support the Company Secretary in ensuring the effective implementation of corporate governance practices, regulatory compliance, and board administration.
• The incumbent will be responsible for coordinating governance processes, supporting Board and Committee activities, maintaining statutory records, facilitating regulatory compliance obligations, and contributing to the overall effectiveness of the organisation's governance framework.
• The successful candidate's responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
•  Supporting the Company Secretary in maintaining high standards of corporate governance and regulatory compliance across the organisation. Key responsibilities include coordinating Board, Board Committee, shareholder, and stakeholder meetings; preparing governance calendars, meeting schedules, agendas, and Board packs; drafting minutes and resolutions; monitoring the implementation of Board decisions; and supporting Board evaluations, director induction, and ongoing development initiatives.
• The role will also provide governance-related support to directors and facilitate effective communication between directors, executives, shareholders, regulators, and other stakeholders.
• The incumbent will further be responsible for maintaining statutory registers, governance records, and company documentation, coordinating statutory returns, regulatory filings, and governance submissions, safeguarding corporate records and legal documentation, and supporting Annual General Meetings and other shareholder engagements.
• In addition, the role will assist with governance reviews, regulatory inspections, governance risk assessments, and the maintenance of compliance risk registers, while working closely with Risk, Compliance, Internal Audit, Legal, Regulators, Auditors, and Service Providers to ensure adherence to legislative, regulatory, and governance best practices.
• The minimum requirements of the position are a bachelor’s degree in law, Commerce, Corporate Governance, Business Administration, or a related field, together with membership of a recognised governance professional body. A Company Secretarial qualification, governance-related certification, postgraduate qualification in Corporate Governance, Business Administration, Insurance, or Risk Management, or a professional qualification in Corporate Governance or Chartered Governance will be advantageous.
• Candidates must have a minimum of 2 to 3 years' experience in corporate governance or company secretarial functions, together with a sound understanding of the Companies Act and King V principles.

Closing Date 30 September 2026

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• FEM is seeking a highly skilled Operational Finance Manager to lead and manage the Operational finance function. The successful candidate will ensure the accuracy, compliance, and efficiency of all operational financial activities, financial controls, reconciliations, reporting, system improvements, and audit management.
• The activities relate to both claims and premium processes within the Operational Finance Department.
• This role is critical in safeguarding financial integrity, supporting regulatory compliance, driving continuous improvement, and providing strong leadership within the finance team.

The key responsibilities of this role include:

• Overseeing, reviewing, and approving bank payment releases with strict adherence to internal controls.
• Preparing and reviewing monthly journals, trial balance reconciliations, and other month-end processing.
• Preparing and reviewing Income Statement and Balance Sheet reconciliations.
• Preparing monthly management reports with variance analysis and commentary.
• Preparing and reviewing quarterly statutory and regulatory reports.
• Liaise with IT on system fixes, enhancements, and process automation.
• Coordinate internal and external audit requests and close audit findings timeously.
• Reviewing and verifying operational approvals in line with SOPs, legislation, and internal controls.
• Preparing and reviewing the Operational budget and assessing actual financial results to budget.
• Leading, developing, and mentoring the operational finance team to drive efficiency and accuracy.
• Supporting other projects payments-related assessments.

Education Requirements:

• BCom Accounting (or equivalent) with Honours and more than 7 years Finance experience, or
• CA(SA) with at least 4 years post-articles experience

Other Requirements:

• Strong understanding of accounting principles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Knowledge of internal controls, and financial reporting
• Experience in a financial services or insurance industry
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (Sage, SAP, Pastel, etc.)
• Working knowledge of IFRS and regulatory frameworks
• Experience in automation and process improvement initiatives

Key Competencies:

• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Leadership and team development capability
• Strong organisational and planning abilities
• Ethical, accountable, and committed to governance excellence
• Previous management experience will be advantageous

Closing Date 28 September 2026