Business Development Manager - Insurance

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary with bonus/com

Medical and retirement benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Sandton location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager in Sandton to drive growth of insurance offerings. You will identify new opportunities, build strategic partnerships, and expand market share within Gauteng.

The role requires strong relationship-building, deal negotiation, and a track record of meeting revenue targets. The successful candidate will develop sales strategies, manage a sales pipeline, and collaborate with brokers and partners to deliver profitable outcomes in a

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or account management within financial services or insurance is preferred.
• Demonstrated success in achieving sales targets and growing market share.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic business development plans to achieve sales goals.
• Identify and pursue new opportunities through market research, networking, and lead generation.
• Build and maintain relationships with brokers, partners, and key stakeholders.
• Negotiate and close deals with profitable outcomes for the company.
• Analyze market trends and competitor activity to identify growth areas.
• Present products and services effectively to prospective clients and partners.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Account management

Negotiation

Presentation

Education

Relevant degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Business Development Manager to drive growth for their insurance offerings in Sandton . This role focuses on identifying new business opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and expanding market share within the competitive insurance landscape. You will be instrumental in developing and executing sales strategies, cultivating client relationships, and ensuring the achievement of revenue targets. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to play a key role in the company's expansion in the lucrative Gauteng market.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic business development plans to achieve company sales goals.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through market research, networking, and lead generation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, partners, and key stakeholders.
• Negotiate and close deals, ensuring profitable outcomes for the company.
• Analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify potential growth areas.
• Present company products and services effectively to prospective clients and partners.

Requirements

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or account management, preferably within the financial services or insurance sector .
• Demonstrated success in achieving sales targets and growing market share.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong understanding of the insurance market and its dynamics.
• Ability to work independently and manage a sales pipeline effectively.
• A relevant degree or professional qualification is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary with attractive commission and bonus structures.
• Opportunity to work with leading insurance products and services in Sandton .
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Supportive team environment and resources for business development activities.
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization.