District Manager – Life Insurance Sales

About the role

We are searching for an individual with solid experience in managing sales teams to join the Durban Life office. You will be responsible for driving performance of a team of sales representatives and ensuring that business objectives are met.

Key responsibilities

• Recruit high quality representatives timeously and accurately
• Ensure that appointed representatives are adequately trained
• Manage a team of insurance representatives optimally
• Ensure that the set insurance sales targets are reached
• Ensure and monitor compliance with respect to FAIS/FICA/LTIA and all other relevant legislation
• Risk management
• Develop and expand markets

Required profile

• Grade 12
• A suitable industry entry qualification within the requirements of the Financial Services Board
• Comply with FAIS legislation for registration as Fit and Proper individuals
• From years 2004–2007 requires 30 credits on NQF 4 obtained by 31 December 2009
• From years 2008‑2009 requires 30 credits or 60 credits on NQF 4 obtained by 31 December 2011 or full FAIS recognised qualification obtained by 31 December 2013
• All those appointed in the industry from the year 2010 onwards require a full FAIS recognised qualification
• Clear ITC
• Clear criminal record
• RE5 certificate
• RE1 will be an advantage
• Driver’s license, own reliable transport and cell phone
• Proven success in the marketing of Life Assurance for at least three years