Insurance Sales Representative

Placements24; Richards Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive commission structure

Comprehensive sales training

Hybrid work arrangement

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an ambitious Insurance Sales Representative to join our client’s Richards Bay team. The role involves identifying potential clients, assessing insurance needs, and offering tailored solutions across multiple products.

The position is hybrid, allowing office, remote, and field engagement to drive growth and client satisfaction. You will build lasting relationships, process applications accurately, and strive to exceed sales targets while representing a reputable brand with

Qualifications

• Proven sales experience, preferably in the insurance or financial services industry.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a sales pipeline effectively.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel within the Richards Bay region.

Responsibilities

• Prospect for new clients through various channels, including networking, cold calling, and referrals.
• Conduct needs analysis interviews to identify client requirements for insurance coverage.
• Present and sell a range of insurance products, explaining policy features and benefits clearly.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients to ensure retention and satisfaction.
• Process new business applications and ensure all documentation is complete and accurate.
• Meet and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Negotiation

Independent worker

Travel willingness

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an ambitious and client-focused Insurance Sales Representative to join their team in Richards Bay . This role involves proactively identifying potential clients, understanding their insurance needs, and offering tailored solutions across various insurance products. You will be instrumental in driving sales growth, building lasting client relationships, and representing the company with professionalism and integrity. This hybrid role allows for flexibility in engaging with clients both in the office and remotely, as well as participating in field sales activities.

Key Responsibilities

• Prospect for new clients through various channels, including networking, cold calling, and referrals.
• Conduct needs analysis interviews to identify client requirements for insurance coverage.
• Present and sell a range of insurance products, explaining policy features and benefits clearly.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with clients to ensure retention and satisfaction.
• Process new business applications and ensure all documentation is complete and accurate.
• Meet and exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets.

Requirements

• Proven sales experience, preferably in the insurance or financial services industry.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a sales pipeline effectively.
• Resilience and a driven attitude towards achieving sales goals.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel within the Richards Bay region.

Benefits

• Competitive commission structure with a guaranteed basic salary.
• Comprehensive sales training and ongoing professional development.
• Opportunity to represent a reputable insurance brand.
• Hybrid work arrangement combining office, remote, and field activities.
• Potential for career progression into sales management roles.