Regional Manager at FEM

Job Description

Established in 1936, The Federated Employers Mutual Assurance Company (RF) Proprietary Limited (FEM) is a mutual insurer operating under license from the Compensation Commissioner and our business is governed by the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act of 1993.  Our operations are restricted to the Building and Construction Industry under the 0500 subclasses of the Department of Employment Labour’s classification of industries. FEM is registered as a non-life insurer in terms of the Insurance Act 18 of 2017.

The successful candidate will be responsible for inter-alia providing direction co-ordination for the branch to support the strategic objectives of FEM and ensure robust and effective relations with internal and external stakeholders.  The successful candidate will be responsible for a team of approximately 17 staff members. The position will also include developing strategies and operational plans to ensure growth and sustainability of the branch/region. Knowledge of the Insurance Act and COIDA (Compensation for Injuries and Diseases Act) will be a distinct advantage. The successful candidate will also be required to develop and maintain relationships with FEM’s grant recipients, and industry specific stakeholders.

The minimum requirement for the position is a related Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years related experience in a senior management environment, with at least 5 years in a financial services environment and 5 years in a marketing and sales environment. Excellent application of financial principles, marketing and sales, communications and analytical skills complete our requirements.

We have offices regionally in Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg. The Cape Town Branch is based in Foreshore, Cape Town

In exchange for the candidate’s successful services, FEM offers a competitive total cost to company remuneration with good benefits.

Candidates are invited to submit a detailed CV by close of business on 31 October 2021.

Applications may not be considered if the minimum criteria of the position are not met. People with disabilities are welcome to apply. FEM promotes the principles of Employment Equity, and the appointment of this candidate is at FEM's sole discretion.