Business Development Executives at Marsh

Stellenbosch Local Municipality, Western Cape, South Africa -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business Development, Client Service, Technical Support, Sales Skills, Presentation Skills, Analytical Thinking, Problem Solving, Time Management, Attention to Detail, Cross-Selling, Relationship Building, Proposal Development, Market Understanding, Insurance Knowledge, Mathematical Literacy, Computer Literacy

Industry

Insurance

Description

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Develop and pro-actively seek out New Business opportunities Put together appropriate proposals and present these to client timeously Secure letters of appointment and place cover as required by clients Provide clients with technically sound advice Handover all files (electronic and manual) to the Service Team as per agreed standard Maintain and update information on Marsh Force as per agreed standard Attend all meetings as agreed Participate in developing the New Business Strategy and Marketing Plan for the business area Meet or exceed the agreed income targets Ensure effective cross-selling between Marsh divisions Provide technical support / assistance to office and other staff as required Develop relationships with markets and Key Client decision makers EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS Relevant Insurance qualification ACII / HCII or Fellowship Regulatory exam Proof of credits from INSETA D.O.F.A (Date of First Appointment) certificate from the FSB Matric certificate Mathematical and computer literacy (MS Office, specifically strong Excel and PowerPoint skills) Minimum 5 years New Business experience in a mid-market Insurance environment Proven Technical understanding of classes in mid-market insurance environment Proven success track record in career history, of success in a New Business position Own transport and drivers’ license PREFERRED PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES Work under pressure, independently and meet deadlines Team Player, and energetic enthusiastic personality will be best suited to this role Excellent client service work ethic and approach to large corporate clients Attention to detail and follow up on administrative tasks where required Assertive, strong sales and presentation skills Persistent and positive disposition to business opportunities and new business prospects Good problem solving skills, and analytical thinking Ability to prioritize and re-prioritize, with good time management skills Good business acumen, and be able to take decisions in the best interest of the client and business This position will be filled in accordance with our employment equity policy Marsh, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), is the world’s top insurance broker and risk advisor. Marsh McLennan is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit marsh.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X. Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are also committed to providing reasonable support to any candidate with a disability to allow them to fully participate in the recruitment process. We welcome candidates to contact us at reasonableaccommodations@mmc.com to discuss any specific needs. Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.

Responsibilities

The Business Development Executive will develop and seek out new business opportunities, create proposals, and provide clients with technically sound advice. They will also maintain client relationships and ensure effective cross-selling between divisions.