Business Development Manager - Insurance Solutions

Placements24; Polokwane; Ibrido; ZAR 550.000 - 1.000.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance

Car allowance and travel expenses

Retirement fund contributions

Paid annual leave

Flexible hybrid work arrangements

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 is seeking a results-driven Business Development Manager to expand market reach in Polokwane, Limpopo. The role blends remote work with crucial client-facing duties and team collaboration across the region.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in insurance sales/business development, a strong network, and a strategic mindset to drive ambitious growth and partnership opportunities.

Competenze

• 5+ years of experience in business development, sales, or a related role within the insurance industry.
• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Strong understanding of insurance products, markets, and distribution channels.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and manage strong client relationships.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.

Mansioni

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the insurance sector in Limpopo.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve sales and growth targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with potential clients, partners, and key stakeholders.
• Understand market needs and trends to develop tailored insurance solutions.
• Present and articulate the value proposition of our client's insurance products and services.
• Negotiate and close complex business deals.
• Collaborate with internal teams (underwriting, product development, marketing) to ensure successful client onboarding and service delivery.
• Analyze market data and competitor activities to identify competitive advantages.
• Represent the company at industry events and conferences.
• Provide market feedback to inform product development and strategy.

Conoscenze

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

Relationship management

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or related field

Strumenti

CRM software

Sales tools

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role Our client, a rapidly growing insurance solutions provider, is seeking an ambitious Business Development Manager to drive growth and expand market reach in Polokwane, Limpopo. This hybrid role offers the flexibility to combine remote work with essential client-facing activities and team collaboration within the Polokwane region. You will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, forging strategic partnerships, and developing innovative insurance solutions to meet evolving market needs. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in sales and business development within the insurance sector, exceptional networking skills, and a deep understanding of market dynamics. This is a key role focused on achieving ambitious growth targets and contributing significantly to our client's strategic objectives in Limpopo.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the insurance sector in Limpopo.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve sales and growth targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with potential clients, partners, and key stakeholders.
• Understand market needs and trends to develop tailored insurance solutions.
• Present and articulate the value proposition of our client's insurance products and services.
• Negotiate and close complex business deals.
• Collaborate with internal teams (underwriting, product development, marketing) to ensure successful client onboarding and service delivery.
• Analyze market data and competitor activities to identify competitive advantages.
• Represent the company at industry events and conferences.
• Provide market feedback to inform product development and strategy.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development, sales, or a related role within the insurance industry.
• Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets.
• Strong understanding of insurance products, markets, and distribution channels.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build and manage strong client relationships.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, balancing remote and in-person responsibilities in Polokwane.
• Proficiency in CRM software and sales management tools.
• Knowledge of the Limpopo business environment is highly advantageous.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with an attractive commission and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Generous retirement fund contributions.
• Car allowance and travel expenses covered.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership training.
• Paid annual leave.
• Flexible hybrid work arrangements.
• Dynamic and growth-oriented work environment in Polokwane.