Branch Manager – Kgare Insurance Brokers (Pty) Ltd

Job Title: Branch Manager

Job Requirement:

Reporting to the General Manager

Purpose of the Job

To acquire new business, grow the branch, manage operations to meet strategic objectives and manage employee and customer relations.

Key Performance Areas

• Achieve revenue goals through retention and growth of existing business.
• To acquire new business as per the set new business budget
• To network and create new strategic links for new business acquisition.
• Administer and manage key accounts
• Liaise with insurers on operational issues including premium payments and claims recoveries
• Supervise all production activities of subordinate staff including checking all their work for compliance with process maps and technical manual.
• Ensure that all premiums are collected within 45 days of placement of cover and to take responsibility for any debtors that go beyond 30 days.
• Provide monthly and weekly performance reports for the Branch including variance analysis
• Managing all lapses and potential lapses to ensure maximum retention of business.
• Assist in developing new products and schemes to address client needs
• Manage the budget and all funds allocated to the branch
• Address customer and employee satisfaction issues promptly

Key Qualification Requirements

• The candidate should have the following: –
• Business degree or equivalent
• Or AIISA/ACII
• At least 3 years’ experience in both short term and group business Insurance at supervisory or management level
• Knowledge of market research, sales and negotiating principles

Competencies

• Proven branch or team management experience
• Ability to meet sales and production targets
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Leadership and coaching skills
• Excellent Communication Skills

This advert is for a position at our Francistown office.