Business Development Executive

Indwe Broker Holdings; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent independent insurance broker is seeking a Business Development Executive in Johannesburg to drive market growth and acquire new business accounts. Candidates should have at least 7 years of experience in short-term insurance, including 5 years in sales for commercial and personal lines. Successful applicants will possess a matric and relevant insurance qualifications, showcasing strong communication and negotiation skills. The company offers a professional environment with career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years in short-term insurance with 5 years in sales for commercial & personal lines.
• Experience in brokerage environment is necessary.
• Proven ability to successfully lead Broking Operations function.

Responsibilities

• Grow market share by gaining profitable new business accounts in insurance.
• Work in an ambitious and professional environment.
• Lead the Broking Operations for Commercial and Personal Lines.

Skills

Communication

Influencing and negotiation

Computer Literacy

Delegation

Analytical Ability

Networking

Presentation

Decision-making

Time Management

Selling

Ability to manage own work and outputs

Education

Matric

Passed exam RE: Representatives

Higher Certificate in Insurance

Level 4 FETC Short-Term Insurance Qualification

Post-matric qualification (BCom Risk / Accounting, BBA)

Job description

Job Description

With roots established in , Indwe Risk Services (Pty) Ltd is today one of South Africa's largest independent brokers, providing expert solutions that cover all your personal and business insurance and financial needs.

Indwe Risk Services is always looking for passionate, dedicated and innovative people to work in an ambitious and professional working environment.

Join our team and become part of the Indwe family.

We require a Business Development Executive for our offices based in Cape Town who strives to grow market share by gaining profitable new business accounts.

Office Location: Johannesburg

Employment Type: Permanent

Education - Minimum

• Matric
• Passed exam RE: Representatives
• Higher Certificate in Insurance
• Level 4 FETC Short-Term Insurance Qualification

Education - Ideal

• Matric
• Passed exam RE: Representatives
• Level 4 FETC Short-Term Insurance Qualification
• Higher Certificate in Insurance NQF5
• Post-matric qualification is an advantage (BCom Risk / Accounting, BBA)

Experience - Minimum

• 7 - 10 Years

Experience - Ideal

• Matric
• Passed exam RE: Representatives
• Level 4 FETC Short-Term Insurance Qualification
• Higher Certificate in Insurance NQF5
• Post-matric qualification is an advantage (BCom Risk / Accounting, BBA)

Ideal Experience

• Minimum 7 years in short-term insurance with 5 of those years in commercial & personal lines sales

Experience in brokerage environment

• Proven ability to successfully lead the Broking Operations function - Commercial and Personal Lines

Skills

• Communication
• Influencing and negotiation
• Computer Literacy
• Delegation
• Analytical Ability
• Networking
• Presentation
• Decision-making
• Time Management
• Selling
• Ability to manage own work and outputs

Knowledge

• Insurance and Brokerage Industry Experience
• Marketing and Sales Principles
• Knowledge of Products and Services
• Technical Insurance Knowledge (Underwriting)

Personal Attributes

• Interpersonal effectiveness
• Ability to effectively adapt to change
• Self-motivated
• Result-oriented
• Professionalism
• Ability to work under pressure
• Work according to set policies and procedures