Heritage Insurance Company is one of the leading general
insurance companies in the region and part of CfC Insurance Holdings.
We are rated AA - by Global Rating Company (GRC) for amongst other reasons, our high claims paying ability. This is one of the highest international ratings awarded to a Kenyan insurer.
The company was also awarded the 2010 Association of Insurance Brokers of Kenya
BIMA Award for being best in Claims settlement category.We are rated AA - by Global Rating Company (GRC) for amongst other reasons, our high claims paying ability. This is one of the highest international ratings awarded to a Kenyan insurer.
We invite applications from suitable candidates for the following vacancy:
Business Development Manager - Sales & Distribution
Reporting to the Executive Director
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Management
of renewals/business retention
- Marketing
Strategy Formulation and Implementation
- New
Business Acquisition
- Product
Development
- Identification
of New Business opportunities (other than brokers/agents)
- Market
Research and Intelligence
- Customer
service and Complaints handling
- Preparation
of annual premium budget and setting up strategies to achieve the same
- Managing
Credit control
- Advising
the Executive Director on issues pertaining to the business
- Appointment
of New Business sources including brokers and agents
- Events
handling and co-ordinating e.g. golf tournaments, trade fairs etc
- Establish
and maintain a good relationship with the brokers, agents and clients.
Likewise maintain close liaison with other departments in the
organisation.
- Contribute
as a member of the management team to the development of operational
policies for the achievement of the corporate plans as stipulated in the
Company Three year Business Strategy.
- The
fostering and maintenance of good corporate image through liaison with all
competitors, intermediaries and the general public
- Attendance
of all scheduled meetings to facilitate smooth operational procedures
- Ensure
all statutory and regulatory requirements are met in a timely manner
- Developing
and training of new staff members in the department
- Ensure
that Performance Management process is embraced and continuously being
carried out within the departments for effective and efficient service to
our customers with a view to achieve overall company business goals in
line with the Company’s Business Plan.
Requirements
- A
minimum of a Business related degree from a recognized University
- A
Masters degree will be an added advantage
- A
relevant professional qualification including ACII, ,CIM, a local diploma
in insurance etc
- At
least Six (6) years in a busy and relevant environment
- At
least Three (3) years in a managerial position
- Must
be a self-starter, highly motivated and a team player
- Must
have sound analytical, negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills
- Must
be a good listener with excellent customer relation skills
- Must
be a good problem solver with strong decision making skills
- Ability
to plan, organize and prioritize (ability to work within strict deadlines)
- Persons
currently in direct contact with Brokers, agents and clients will have a
distinct advantage
Interested candidates should address their application and a
detailed resume to:
The Human Resources Manager
The Heritage Insurance. Co. Ltd,
P.O. 30390 00100, Nairobi
Please send to hr@heritage.co.ke by Friday, 16 March 2012.
The Human Resources Manager
The Heritage Insurance. Co. Ltd,
P.O. 30390 00100, Nairobi
Please send to hr@heritage.co.ke by Friday, 16 March 2012.