Business Development Officer (Health Insurance)

Recru-It; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Business Development Officer to drive growth in the health insurance sector. This role involves engaging with potential employers through cold calling and ensuring compliance with health insurance regulations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, possess excellent communication skills, and be adept at managing client relationships. Join a team where your contributions will directly impact the success of employers and the health insurance landscape. If you're self-motivated and target-driven, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of administrative or cold calling experience.
• Confidence in speaking and emailing clients.

Responsibilities

• Cold call companies not registered with the Health Insurance.
• Manage database of all private security registered employers.
• Ensure growth and achievement of financial targets.

Skills

Excel skills

Written communication

Customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

Matric

Tools

CRM system

Job description

Job Title : Business Development Officer (Health Insurance)

Location : Benoni, JHB - Southern Suburbs

Type : Permanent, Full Time

Reference : PE-LM-1

Job Summary

Be responsible for the growth of employers by cold calling or responding to requests in a fast-paced environment.

You will be responsible for influencing existing or potential employers to comply with the Health Insurance administered by National Risk Managers.

Key Performance Areas / Key Responsibilities

• Manage database of all private security registered employers
• Verify existing employers' compliance with the Health Insurance
• Cold call companies not registered with the Health Insurance
• Handle all day-to-day activities required by employers
• Conclude company registrations and ensure receipt of the first premium
• Perform general administrative duties

Key Tasks

• Cold call companies not registered with the Health Insurance and ensure compliance and understanding of deductions, which are regulated and mandatory
• Follow up on leads provided by management
• Ensure growth and achievement of financial targets
• Register companies, ensure all documentation is received and properly filed
• Upload evidence of inception date onto company profiles
• Capture and update company information in the CRM system
• Adhere to departmental reporting requirements
• Ensure companies are fully compliant and premiums are received before assigning to Employer Relationship Officers
• Accurately report client interactions and added value
• Perform any other tasks assigned by management

Required Qualifications

Matric

Essential Requirements

• Excel skills
• Proficient in written communication

Essential Experience

• At least 1 year of administrative or cold calling experience
• Confidence in speaking and emailing clients

Working Hours

Monday – Friday: 08:00 – 16:30
Saturday: 08:30 – 14:30
Occasional overtime and Saturdays may be required

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent customer service skills
• Good listening and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Good computer skills
• Exceptional problem-solving and organizational skills

Desired Attributes

• Self-motivated and target-driven
• Ability to work under pressure
• Well-groomed and presentable
• Ability to work independently
• Sense of responsibility
• Patience, honesty, hardworking, and humble

Package & Remuneration

Market-related, paid monthly