Insurance Sales Manager

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car

Medical aid

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Insurance Sales Manager in Nelspruit to lead a driven sales team in the Mpumalanga region. You will devise strategies, recruit and train agents, and drive revenue growth while ensuring regulatory compliance and robust reporting.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in insurance sales with at least 2 in leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to build strong client relationships in a dynamic market.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and sales management experience in insurance.
• Strong knowledge of insurance products and sales processes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sales strategies to meet targets.
• Recruit, train, coach and motivate insurance sales agents.
• Set and monitor individual and team sales goals.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities.

Skills

Leadership

Sales leadership

Insurance products knowledge

CRM proficiency

Recruitment & training

Education

Degree in Sales/Marketing/Business

Tools

CRM software

Sales reporting tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a fast-growing insurance brokerage firm, is searching for an energetic and results-driven Insurance Sales Manager to lead their sales team in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga . This role requires a strong leader with a proven track record in sales management within the insurance sector. You will be responsible for developing and implementing sales strategies, recruiting and training sales agents, setting sales targets, and driving revenue growth. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership qualities, excellent communication skills, and a deep understanding of the insurance market. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a leadership role in a vibrant and growing company in the scenic province of Mpumalanga .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute effective sales strategies to achieve company sales targets.
• Recruit, train, coach, and motivate a team of insurance sales agents.
• Set individual and team sales goals and monitor performance against targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
• Analyze sales data and market trends to identify opportunities and challenges.
• Ensure compliance with all sales regulations and company policies.
• Manage the sales pipeline and provide regular reports on sales performance to senior management.
• Foster a positive and high-performance sales culture within the team.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in insurance sales, with at least 2 years in a sales management or supervisory role.
• Proven ability to develop and implement successful sales strategies.
• Strong understanding of various insurance products and the sales process.
• Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit, train, and motivate sales teams.
• Proficiency in CRM software and sales reporting tools.
• A relevant degree or professional qualification in Sales, Marketing, or Business is advantageous.
• Reside in or be willing to relocate to Nelspruit .

Benefits

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission and bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership training.
• Performance-based incentives and awards.
• A supportive and dynamic work environment.
• Company car and fuel allowance.
• Potential for significant career growth within the company.