B2B New Business Development Advisor

A Leader within the Financial Services Sector, is looking to grow their team and hire an experienced Business Developer to be based in Cape Town. This will be a hybrid role with the option to work from home once settled into the role

Our client has been a leader in South Africa's insurance industry for 27 years, known for combining innovation with a strong human touch. Voted a Top Employer since 2022, we offer a vibrant, growth-focused workplace where high-performing, energetic individuals thrive. If you're ready to take your career to the next level, we'd love to have you on the team

This role focuses on growing the business insurance portfolio by building a short-term insurance book through prospecting and selling both personal and commercial lines

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead Generation
• Proactively identify and pursue potential business clients through various channels
• Make cold calls, network at events, gain referrals with your network
• Ability to research online to gain avenues for new leads
• Develop and maintain a good strong sales pipeline in order to achieve your sales objectives

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience

• Completed Matric or a National Senior Certificate
• Valid driver's license and own car
• Must have at least 1 years' sales experience within b2b sales
• Previous experience in lead generation, client engagement and presentation
• Track record of achieving sales targets and building sales pipelines
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, driven and able to work independently
• Exceptional problem-solving and negotiation abilities

Should you have previous experience as a FAIS representative the following is non-negotiable

• FAIS credits/Full Insurance Qualifications (depending on Date of first appointment - DOFA)
• RE5 (depending on Date of first appointment - DOFA)

Knowledge and Skills

• Self-starter and entrepreneur mindset
• Strong Business Acumen
• Communication (verbal and written) in English
• Analytical, Numerical & mathematical skills
• Team supervisory skills
• Confident and enthusiastic self-starter who can take initiative
• Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team - balances team and individual responsibility, provides and accepts feedback
• Problem-solving skill
• Relationship management skills
• Presentation and facilitation skills
• Resilience - Ability to work well under pressure in dynamic environment
• Flexible and adaptable
• Influential, concise, rational and practical communicator
• Creative flair and innovative thinker
• Discretion, judgment and high levels of trust

On Offer

• Fuel card, company laptop and a Cellphone
• Huge opportunities for career advancement within the company
• Comprehensive 4-week training program to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Access to sales support function
• A winning, fun and inclusive company culture that embraces diversity
• Great Rewards and Recognition programs
• Benefits (Medical Aid, Pension fund, Group life and Disability benefits)
• Growth opportunities (we hire talent, train skill and promote values driven leaders from within)
• Emergency Panic-Assist through our app
• Employee wellness programs: Free Counselling, Legal Advice and Financial Coaching for you and your members of household
• A chance to give back (Staff Helping SA OUT volunteer program) and much more

You will report directly to the Broker Regional Manager and will work closely with the wider Commercial team

An ideal candidate will be able to align their personal work values to our clients' values of Awesome Service, Dynamic, Honest, Human, Passionate and Recognition

In accordance with our clients' Employment Equity goals, preference will be given to individuals who meet the job requirements and are from the various designated groups