Sales Manager (Life Manager) at Estrada International Staffing Solutions

Estrada International Staffing Solutions is a strategic boutique specialist recruitment consulting firm, serving clients with expertise recruitment services across all sectors ranging from Banking, Insurance, Oil and Gas, Telecommunications, FMCGs and Construction, with the aim of satisfying their recruitment needs.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Sales Manager (Life Manager)

Location: Lagos Island, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Sector: Insurance

Job Summary

• As an Insurance Life Manager, you will be responsible for leading and managing a team of life insurance agents to achieve sales targets, promote excellent customer service, and ensure compliance with industry regulations. You will play a crucial role in driving business growth, developing sales strategies, and maintaining strong relationships with clients and insurance carriers.

Responsibilities
Team Leadership and Management:

• Recruit, train, and onboard new life insurance agents.
• Provide ongoing coaching, guidance, and support to the team.
• Set clear sales targets and performance expectations.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide feedback.
• Foster a positive and motivated work environment.

Sales Strategy and Planning:

• Develop and implement effective sales strategies to achieve revenue targets.
• Analyze market trends and identify new business opportunities.
• Set sales goals for the team and monitor progress towards objectives.
• Collaborate with other departments to align sales efforts with overall company goals.
• Customer Relationship Management:
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
• Address customer inquiries and concerns promptly and professionally.
• Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and retention.

Product Knowledge and Training:

• Stay updated on the latest life insurance products and industry regulations.
• Provide training and support to agents to enhance their product knowledge and sales skills.
• Conduct regular training sessions on sales techniques and product updates.
• Compliance and Legal Requirements:
• Ensure that the team operates in full compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
• Maintain proper documentation and records of transactions.
• Address any compliance issues promptly and take corrective actions as needed.

Reporting and Analysis:

• Prepare regular sales reports and performance metrics for management.
• Analyze sales data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Develop action plans based on data insights to enhance sales performance.

Marketing and Promotional Activities:

• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop promotional strategies.
• Coordinate and participate in marketing events and campaigns to generate leads.
• Represent the company at industry events and conferences.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience in life insurance sales and at least 8 years of managerial experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent sales and negotiation abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of life insurance products and industry regulations.
• Proficiency in MS Office and CRM software.

Remuneration
N300,000 - N350,000 Monthly (Gross).

Application Closing Date
28th August, 2023.