Marine Insurance Growth Specialist

1 month ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Santam Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Marine Insurance Growth Specialist to join our team in Johannesburg. This is an exciting opportunity to drive growth and profitability in the marine insurance market.

Job Description

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a portfolio of brokers, developing relationships, and implementing strategies to grow revenue and retain customers. Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing allocated portfolio growth, retention, profitability, and other business factors
  • Leading a team of Service Consultants and Underwriters to deliver exceptional service to brokers
  • Reporting on performance against agreed targets
  • Identifying and developing sales opportunities
  • Ensuring a consistent understanding of sales targets, goals, performance levels, products, business rules, and conditions among brokers

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years' experience in commercial lines, particularly in marine insurance. Leadership experience is essential, as well as a thorough understanding of all marine insurance products.

Key Requirements

To succeed in this role, you will need:

  • A Matric or equivalent qualification
  • FAIS accreditation required
  • RE 5 certification
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • Strong technical claims and underwriting skills
  • Risk management expertise
  • Strong knowledge of reinsurance

You will also need to be computer literate, with proficiency in data manipulation and technology. A strong business orientation, commercial and financial skills, and decision-making abilities are also essential.

Compensation Package

We offer a competitive salary package, including a base salary of R1,200,000 per annum, plus benefits such as medical aid, retirement funding, and life insurance. The salary range is negotiable based on experience.

About Us

Santam is the market leader in the general insurance industry in Southern Africa. We are committed to transformation and embracing diversity, with a focus on creating an inclusive workforce representative of the demographics of our society.



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