Senior Insurance Growth Leader (Hybrid Role)

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Job summary

Placements24, based in Sandton, Gauteng, seeks a dynamic Senior Business Development Manager to fuel growth in the insurance division. The role focuses on identifying opportunities, forging partnerships, and expanding market share through strategic initiatives and stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate has a deep insurance market understanding, strong networking, and a proven BD track record. This hybrid role offers office and remote work flexibility to drive results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or a related field; MBA is a plus.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in business development, sales, or strategic partnerships, with a strong focus on insurance.
• Proven track record of identifying and securing new business opportunities and revenue streams.
• Excellent understanding of the insurance landscape and market dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic business development plans to achieve revenue growth targets.
• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities within the insurance sector, including new markets and partnerships.
• Build and maintain relationships with brokers, agents, corporate clients, and other strategic partners.
• Negotiate and close complex deals and partnerships.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Represent the company at industry events and networking functions.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Presentation

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Finance

MBA

Tools

CRM software

BD tools

Job description

Placements24, based in Sandton, Gauteng, seeks a dynamic Senior Business Development Manager to fuel growth in the insurance division. The role focuses on identifying opportunities, forging partnerships, and expanding market share through strategic initiatives and stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate has a deep insurance market understanding, strong networking, and a proven BD track record. This hybrid role offers office and remote work flexibility to drive results.