Branch Manager

Perla Compania de Seguros, Inc.; Bacolod; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Perla Compania de Seguros, Inc. is looking for a Branch Manager in Bacolod, Philippines. Responsible for the overall performance and profitability of the branch, you will oversee operations and maximize resources. Key duties include managing the branch, approving policy terms, and developing staff competencies.

The ideal candidate should be adept at identifying new business opportunities and leading agent recruitment and training. You'll ensure compliance with company standards and contribute to the branch's success.

Responsibilities

• Manages the overall operation of the branch.
• Approves policy issuance terms and ensures adherence to standards.
• Reviews collections and follows up on outstanding accounts.
• Approves claims payment within authority limits.
• Manages activities of Agency Development Officer and recruits agents.
• Conducts training and evaluates agent program progress.
• Inspects risks and approves acceptance for profitability.
• Develops and trains branch staff to achieve goals.
• Identifies and pursues new business opportunities.

Job description

Position is responsible for the over-all performance of the branch. Oversees the general profitability and production of the branch and ensures that operations are at optimum levels and the branch's resources are maximized to achieve the goals and objectives of the branch; identifies and pursues new business opportunities for the branch.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manages the over-all operation of the whole branch.
• Approves the description, terms and conditions for policy issuance and ensures adherence to company policies and standards.
• Reviews collections and follows-up on outstanding accounts.
• Approves claims payment within approved authority limit.
• Manages the over-all activities of the Agency Development Officer/Asst. Branch Manager and the recruitment and development of potential agents.
• Recruits prospective agents, conduct a quality training of agents, including the awareness of underwriting rules and regulations. Evaluates the progress of said programs in relation to the achievement of the branch's goals and objectives.
• Manages the conduct of the inspection of risks, evaluates the risks and approves the acceptance of risks by the branch in relation to ensuring the overall profitability of the branch and adherence to company policies and standards.
• Manages the development and training of branch staff for the purpose of developing the necessary competencies to achieve its goals and objectives.
• Identifies and pursues new business opportunities for the branch.