Senior Business Development Executive

Hire Resolve

  • Gauteng
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 7 days ago
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Business Development Specialist / Executive Broker to join our team in Bedfordview within the Short-Term Insurance Brokerage industry. In this executive-level role, we are looking for a professional with 1520 years of Commercial and Corporate insurance experience and exceptional business development skills. This is a key position where you will drive portfolio growth, expand our corporate client base, and deliver tailored risk and insurance solutions.ResponsibilitiesDrive Business Growth: Identify, develop, and convert new commercial and corporate insurance opportunities to expand the client portfolio.Client Portfolio Management: Manage a book of high-value commercial and corporate clients, ensuring exceptional service, retention, and growth.Tailored Insurance Solutions: Structure and deliver bespoke short-term insurance products that meet complex commercial and corporate client needs.Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders within client organisations.Market Intelligence: Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and regulatory changes to proactively adapt business strategies.Sales Strategy Implementation: Develop and execute targeted business development strategies to achieve revenue and profitability targets.Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with underwriting, claims, and operational teams to ensure smooth client servicing and risk management.Compliance & Risk: Ensure all activities comply with regulatory requirements (RE1, COB) and internal company policies.Reporting & Analytics: Provide regular reports on business performance, pipeline development, and client activity to senior management.Mentorship & Leadership: Guide and support junior brokers or team members where applicable, fostering knowledge transfer and best practices.Qualifications & Regulatory RequirementsRegulatory Examination (RE1)NQF Level 5: Higher Certificate in Short-Term Insurance (minimum)NQF Level 6: Diploma in Short-Term Insurance (advantageous)NQF Level 7: BCom in Short-Term Insurance / Risk / Insurance & Risk Management (preferred / executive-level)Class of Business (COB) Certification in:Short-Term Insurance: Commercial LinesShort-Term Insurance: Corporate / Specialist RiskExperience15 20 years progressive experience in short-term insurance, with a strong focus on Commercial and Corporate clientsDemonstrated success in building and managing large, complex client portfoliosProven track record of executive-level sales and business development in insurance/reinsuranceExperience engaging with executives, boards, and senior stakeholders in client organisationsDeep industry relationships across corporate South AfricaKey Competencies & SkillsStrategic business development and portfolio growth leadershipAdvanced knowledge of risk management and complex insurance structuringStrong negotiation skills with proven ability to close multi-million rand dealsExecutive-level relationship building and networking acumenAbility to craft bespoke solutions for complex risk environmentsExcellent presentation and executive communication skillsCommercially astute with ability to drive profitability and growth
Benefits
  • Salary: Based on experience and qualifications.
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