Sales and Marketing Executive at Alliance Life Assurance Ltd

Job Opportunity: Sales and Marketing Executive at Alliance Life Assurance Ltd

Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Department: Sales & Marketing Department
Reports to: Sales & Marketing Manager

About Alliance Life Assurance Ltd: Established in 2010, Alliance Life Assurance Ltd is the first locally privately owned Life Insurance Company in Tanzania. With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer service, the company has become one of the leading insurance and financial services providers in East Africa. As part of our strategic growth, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Sales and Marketing Executive to join our team.

Job Overview: As a Sales and Marketing Executive, you will play a crucial role in implementing the sales and marketing strategy to achieve and grow the market share of the company. Reporting to the Sales & Marketing Manager, you will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building relationships, and ensuring the success of marketing campaigns.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Sales:

• Implement the agreed sales and marketing strategy to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through lead generation, market research, and competitor analysis.
• Cultivate relationships with key decision-makers, clients, brokers, and other financial institutions.
• Conduct needs assessments, sales presentations, and product demonstrations to potential clients.
• Collaborate with the underwriting team to ensure accurate and competitive proposals are provided.
• Prepare and negotiate corporate sales contracts, adhering to company policies and legal requirements.
• Provide timely and accurate sales reports.

Marketing:

• Collaborate with the team to develop and execute innovative marketing campaigns.
• Create compelling marketing materials to increase brand awareness.
• Utilize digital marketing channels to enhance the company’s online presence.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and market dynamics.
• Assist in organizing promotional events and participate in industry-related exhibitions and conferences.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years in sales and marketing roles in the life insurance industry.
• CII qualification is an added advantage.
• Skills: Excellent communication, interpersonal, presentation, negotiation, and persuasive skills.
• In-depth understanding of sales techniques, life insurance products, and customer behavior.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new software.
• Confidentiality: Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing priorities, multitask, and think creatively.
• Team Player: Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven valid network within the corporate world.
• Customer/client care-oriented.
• High level of integrity and professionalism, including a well-groomed appearance.
• Must comply with the policies and procedures of the company.

General: Alliance Life Assurance Ltd promotes an equal opportunity workplace. Qualified disabled applicants and employees will receive reasonable accommodations. If interested and qualified, please fill out the form on the provided link by the deadline of 11th January 2024. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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