Regional Sales Executive

Abc Worldwide; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading non-life insurer in Cape Town is seeking a Regional Sales Executive to lead a team and drive sales of short-term insurance products. This role requires strong leadership and extensive experience in managing sales teams. The ideal candidate must hold relevant qualifications and have a proven track record in the financial sector. Competitive compensation and ongoing development opportunities are part of the offer.

Qualifications

• FAIS Regulatory examination RE1 and RE5.
• Proficient in insurance industry and products.
• Strong business acumen and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead a regional team to execute short-term insurance strategy.
• Implement operational strategy in collaboration with team leaders.
• Drive marketing activities to increase leads.

Skills

Leadership

Sales Management

Business Acumen

Decision-Making

Education

Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma in relevant field

Job description

Regional Sales Executive - Cape Town

Our client is registered non-life insurer and specializes in providing short term insurance cover for individuals and small corporates.

Role Purpose

The purpose of the role is to lead a regional team of experienced insurance professionals to execute on the short-term insurance strategy of our client and drive sales in line with the company's strategic objectives through efficiently and effectively delivering all short-term products to customers in their defined target market.

Qualifications Required

FAIS Regulatory examination RE1 (Key Individual exam) FAIS Accreditation (RE / FSB recognized qualification) FAIS Regulatory exam RE5 (Reps) Class of Business training will be to your advantage. 18 CPD (Continuous Professional Development) points NQF 7 Level : Bachelor's Degree / Advanced Diploma relevant to industry Leadership or Management studies / qualification advantageous

Experience

Financial sector experience (Banking, Insurance, Investments) 5 -7 years' experience managing managers who manage teams (essential) 7 -10 years' experience in a Sales environment (essential) Business process experience : new business, underwriting, claims

Knowledge

Proficient in insurance industry Familiar with insurance products, processes, and service offerings Demonstrates strong business acumen, decision-making skills, and initiative

Duties & Responsibilities

To design, implement, control the regional sale growth plan in line with the channel's objective and that of the business Set and implement operational strategy in collaboration with the Head of BDC / Tied agency sales Manage the team's activity and / or productivity Create and manage a lead funnel in conjunction with sales managers Develop and execute sustainable business plans Support continuous learning and knowledge distribution programs Drive consistent marketing activities to increase leads into the region Drive clear and effective communication

If you meet the above criteria, please send your CV to