Insurance Sales Agent - Short-Term Insurance

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 250.000 - 420.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible remote work

Leads provided

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Ongoing training

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks an energetic Insurance Sales Agent to promote and sell short-term insurance to individuals and businesses. You will assess client needs, quote policies, and close sales to hit targets.

Enjoy remote work flexibility within the Western Cape, with a competitive base salary plus uncapped commission, access to leads, ongoing training, and company medical aid and retirement fund contributions.

Qualifikationen

• Proven experience in short-term insurance sales
• FAIS accreditation (RE5) and Class of Business training
• Strong sales, negotiation, and interpersonal skills

Aufgaben

• Identify and prospect potential clients for short-term insurance products (vehicle, home, business)
• Conduct needs analysis to understand client requirements and recommend suitable insurance solutions
• Present and explain policy details, benefits, and costs effectively
• Prepare accurate quotes and proposals for clients
• Negotiate terms and close sales to meet targets
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients
• Handle client inquiries and provide post-sale support
• Stay updated on market trends and new products
• Collaborate with underwriting and admin teams to ensure smooth policy issuance

Kenntnisse

Sales skills

Negotiation

Communication

Self-motivation

Ausbildung

FAIS accreditation (RE5)

Tools

CRM software

MS Office

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic insurance brokerage located in **Paarl, Western Cape**, is actively seeking a motivated and results-driven Insurance Sales Agent to join their expanding team. This role is focused on promoting and selling a comprehensive range of short-term insurance products to individual and business clients. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying client needs, providing expert advice, quoting policies, and closing sales to achieve set targets. This is an exciting opportunity for a sales professional with a passion for insurance to build a successful career in the beautiful **Western Cape** region. You will play a key role in expanding our client's customer base and contributing to their continued success. We are looking for an individual with strong interpersonal skills, a persuasive approach, and a commitment to understanding and meeting client requirements. The role requires proactive engagement and a drive to excel in a competitive market.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and prospect potential clients for short-term insurance products (e.g., vehicle, home, business).
• Conduct needs analysis to understand client requirements and recommend suitable insurance solutions.
• Present and explain insurance policy details, benefits, and costs effectively.
• Prepare accurate quotes and proposals for clients.
• Negotiate terms and close sales to meet or exceed individual and team targets.
• Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with clients.
• Handle client inquiries and provide post-sale support.
• Stay updated on market trends, competitor offerings, and new insurance products.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and company sales procedures.
• Collaborate with underwriting and administrative teams to ensure smooth policy issuance.

Requirements

• Proven experience in insurance sales, specifically short-term insurance.
• Excellent sales, negotiation, and communication skills.
• A strong understanding of various short-term insurance products.
• Ability to build rapport and establish trust with clients.
• Self-motivated with a drive to achieve sales targets.
• Proficiency in CRM software and MS Office.
• Relevant FAIS accreditation (RE5, Class of Business training) is essential.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a professional demeanor.
• Ability to work independently and manage a sales pipeline effectively.
• Based in or willing to relocate to the **Paarl, Western Cape** area.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary up to R per annum, plus uncapped commission.
• Remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from home.
• Opportunity to work with a reputable insurance brokerage in **Paarl**.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Extensive sales training and ongoing professional development.
• Be part of a supportive and performance-driven sales team.
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization.
• Regular incentives and rewards for top performers.
• Access to leads and marketing support.
• Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of working in the **Western Cape**.