George Short-Term Insurance Growth Lead

Placements24; George; On-site; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary with commision

Bonuses

Professional development

Medical aid

Retirement fund

George office-based role

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Business Development Manager for the George office in the Western Cape. You will identify new business opportunities, build broker and corporate client relationships, and drive revenue growth in short-term insurance.

You will develop and implement sales strategies, analyze market trends, and collaborate with underwriting and claims teams to ensure seamless client onboarding. A proven sales track record in insurance and autonomy are essential.

Qualifications

• A relevant degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or related field.
• A minimum of 7 years of proven experience in business development or sales, specifically within the short-term insurance industry.
• Demonstrable success in generating and closing new business.
• Excellent understanding of the short-term insurance landscape, products, and regulatory environment.
• Ability to travel within the Western Cape region as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sales plans to achieve corporate objectives and expand the client base in George and surrounding areas.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through market research, networking, and lead generation activities.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key stakeholders, including insurance brokers, underwriting partners, and corporate clients.
• Present and sell the company's range of short-term insurance products and services effectively.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activities, and customer needs to identify areas for product development and service improvement.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including underwriting and claims, to ensure seamless client onboarding and service delivery.
• Achieve and exceed set sales targets and revenue goals for the Western Cape region.
• Prepare regular sales reports and forecasts for senior management.

Skills

Negotiation

Presentation

Interpersonal skills

Education

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

Tools

CRM software

MS Office

Job description

Placements24 is hiring a Business Development Manager for the George office in the Western Cape. You will identify new business opportunities, build broker and corporate client relationships, and drive revenue growth in short-term insurance.

You will develop and implement sales strategies, analyze market trends, and collaborate with underwriting and claims teams to ensure seamless client onboarding. A proven sales track record in insurance and autonomy are essential.