Recruitment • Job Seekers
Job Seekers
Want to work in the financial services industry under FAIS? Good. This hub is built to help you get into the right roles and
improve your readiness. A strong CV helps, but clarity and professionalism help more than most people want to admit.
Reality check: we can help you connect to opportunities, but nobody can magically skip the readiness part.
Regulated roles have requirements for a reason.
Who this is for
Whether you’re brand new to the industry or already working in it, we route you based on your current stage.
That improves your match quality and reduces wasted time.
New entrants
You want to enter financial services and need a clear path and realistic expectations.
Junior candidates
Some experience, admin or sales exposure, and you want to grow into regulated roles.
Experienced reps
You’re already in the industry and looking for a better fit, better support or better growth.
What employers typically look for
Different employers have different requirements, but the same patterns show up again and again. If you want to stand out,
get these basics right first.
Professional basics
- Clear CV with correct dates and roles
- Reliable contact details and responsiveness
- Clean communication (no “Hi” and disappearing)
Role readiness
- Understanding of the FAIS representative role
- Willingness to learn and follow regulated processes
- Realistic expectations about onboarding and timelines
Shortcut to being taken seriously: state your preferred role, region, and current readiness level clearly.
Employers can’t guess it from your aura.
Appointment readiness (in plain language)
Some roles require regulated readiness. Even when a company trains you internally, you still need to show you’re capable,
responsible, and willing to operate in a compliance-driven environment.
Stage 1: Exploring
You’re learning what the role is and what the industry requires.
Stage 2: Preparing
You’re actively working on training, study plans, and understanding requirements.
Stage 3: Ready-ish
You have relevant experience/training and can apply structured processes professionally.
Note: readiness varies by role and employer. Be honest about where you are. It improves your match and protects your reputation.
What to send when you submit your CV
To get matched properly, include these details. It’s not red tape. It’s how we avoid sending you irrelevant roles.
Your basics
- Full name + phone + email
- City/region and whether you can relocate
- Preferred role type (rep/admin/call centre/onboarding)
Your readiness
- Experience summary (even if it’s outside the industry)
- Any training completed or in progress (if applicable)
- Availability (immediate / notice period)
Attach your CV as PDF. If it’s a photo of a CV on your bed, please reconsider your life choices.
What to expect
We review
We check your submission for clarity and role fit indicators.
We match
We route you to suitable opportunities based on region, role preference and readiness.
We connect
When there’s a fit, we connect you with the employer to move the process forward.
Note: submitting a CV does not guarantee placement. It increases your visibility and improves matching when roles open up.
Disclaimer
RE5.co.za provides information, directories and recruitment facilitation. It does not issue licences or certificates and does not replace official regulatory guidance.
Job seekers are responsible for the accuracy of their information and documents. Employers remain responsible for hiring decisions and compliance checks.
