New Business Development Team Leader at Alexander Forbes

• Matric/Grade 12
• An undergraduate qualification in Finance would be beneficial
• Minimum 2 - 5 years experience in a similar role
• In depth knowledge & understanding of the risk benefits & employee benefits industry
• Ability to telephonically engage with clients and high level of efficiency is delivering proposals to prospective clients/opportunities

Knowledge & Skills

• Understanding and applying relevant legal requirements specifically from the various binder agreements & ensuring compliance
• Keep abreast of new legislation, both in South Africa and neighbouring countries
• Interact and maintain good relations with insurance partners
• Comply with company policies and procedures of the business
• Provide documentation that is clear, unambiguous and in line with TCF

Basic skills in:

•  Business writing skills
•   Communication
•   Analytical skills
•   Resilience and coping with stress
•   Decisiveness

Competencies

• Analytical thinking and attention to details
• Results, deadlines focused 
• Sound people management skills
• Passion, Drive, and Energy
• Action orientation
• Self Management (Planning, Prioritising and Time Management)
• Communication (Verbal & Written, and Presentation)
• Relationship Building, Listening, and Interpersonal Sensitivity
• Patience in dealing with both consultants and statutory authorities
• Technical and/or Professional Competence