Applying for FAIS jobs is not only about sending your CV and hoping someone notices you between meetings, emails and the general administrative storm of modern recruitment. In the financial services sector, employers often want to see more than a job title. They want to understand your experience, RE5 or RE1 status, qualifications, preferred role, availability and fit for the vacancy.
RE5 Recruitment gives candidates a more structured way to apply for financial services opportunities through the RE5 Recruitment app. Instead of only emailing a CV, you can create a candidate profile that gives employers and recruiters a clearer view of your background.
Step 1: Create Your Candidate Profile
The first step is to register on the RE5 Recruitment app. Your profile helps us understand who you are, what experience you have, what roles you are interested in, and how ready you are for FAIS-related opportunities.
You can register here: Create your RE5 Recruitment candidate profile.
What to include in your profile
- Your correct contact details
- Your location and preferred work area
- Your work experience
- Your preferred role type
- Your RE5 or RE1 status
- Your qualifications and certificates
- Your availability or notice period
- Your salary expectations where requested
Step 2: Upload Your CV and Supporting Documents
A CV is still important, but it should not carry your whole application alone like an overworked intern. Your profile and documents work together to present a fuller picture.
Upload a current CV and any relevant supporting documents that may help employers understand your fit for FAIS jobs.
Useful documents to prepare
- Updated CV
- Copy of your ID where requested
- Matric certificate
- Relevant qualifications
- RE5 certificate if completed
- RE1 certificate if completed
- Class of Business certificates where available
- Reference details where requested
Step 3: Be Honest About Your RE5 or RE1 Status
You do not always need RE5 or RE1 before registering. Some jobs may require RE5 upfront, while others may consider candidates still preparing for the exam. The important thing is to be clear.
You can state one of the following:
- RE5 completed
- RE1 completed
- Currently preparing for RE5
- Currently preparing for RE1
- Planning to enrol for RE5 or RE1 training
If you still need exam support, RE5 Online offers RE5 and RE1 exam preparation, including online classes, live webinars, study material, mock exams and structured support. Qualifying webinars and workshops may include a 100% Pass Guarantee, subject to the applicable terms and conditions.
Step 4: Browse and Apply for Suitable FAIS Jobs
After creating your profile, you can browse available opportunities through the RE5 Recruitment app.
View jobs here: Browse FAIS jobs.
Apply for roles that match your experience, location, RE status and career goals. Applying for every job blindly usually wastes your time and the employer’s time, which is a bold strategy if your goal is disappointment.
Step 5: Keep Your Profile Updated
Your profile should be updated whenever something changes. This includes completing RE5, passing RE1, changing jobs, updating your availability, adding new qualifications or improving your CV.
A stale profile can make you look inactive, even if you are actively looking. Employers need current information to make proper decisions.
Common Questions About Applying for FAIS Jobs
Can I apply if I do not have RE5 yet?
Yes, you can create a profile even if you are still preparing for RE5. Some employers may consider candidates who are still building their FAIS career, especially for support or supervised roles.
Can I apply for RE1 or Key Individual roles through RE5 Recruitment?
Yes. Candidates interested in RE1, Key Individual, compliance, management or oversight-related roles can register and complete a profile. RE1 alone does not automatically qualify someone for a senior role, so experience and employer requirements still matter.
Should I email my CV or use the app?
The app is the better starting point. A profile gives RE5 Recruitment and potential employers more structured information than a CV alone.
Does creating a profile guarantee a job?
No. Creating a profile improves visibility and gives employers better information, but hiring decisions depend on vacancies, employer requirements, experience, interview outcomes and role fit.
Start Your FAIS Job Search
If you are serious about finding FAIS job opportunities, start by creating your profile and keeping it complete. Your CV matters, but your full profile gives employers a clearer reason to consider you.
Create your candidate profile or browse available FAIS jobs.
