My client in the financial services sector is currently recruiting for a reliable and passionate Relationship Manager with a RE5 certificate and relevant experience as mentioned in the job advertisement to join their well established team.Minimum requirements:At least five (5) years insurance experience with exposure to management experienceExperience and qualifications relating to Management will be advantageousRelevant Short Term Insurance qualifications will be advantageousRE5 certificate compliant with FAIS regulations for registration as RepresentativeExcellent people and interpersonal skillsExcellent communication skillsFluent in Afrikaans and EnglishMotivated and goal drivenExperience in interacting with Brokers and ClientsThe ability to work under pressureExcellent reporting skills and the ability to identify and address risk areasResponsibilities will include:Ensure underwriting profitabilityEnsure new business growthEnsure renewal growthEnsure that all aspects of the Administration as prescribed by Law, Regulations or Company S.O.P.'s are adhered to and enforcedInstitute and maintain a high standard of service regarding all facets of business, the meeting of deadlines as given and the adherence to Company policy and service standardsImplement Company quality control policy and ensure that errors are limited to a minimumEnsure good communication and transparent relationships with Head Office is in place and ongoingMaintain a good understanding of the Agricultural Insurance Market in area of responsibility to keep abreast of changing environmentResponsible for keeping within the set expense budget for the area of operationMaintain and develop IT systems knowledge including Grail operating system, Excel, Word and other Microsoft programs as requiredEnsure understanding of Area and Company Financial aspects when setting up and executing annual and monthly plans and budgetsMaintain and develop Broker network in the designated area according to prescribed Broker management planResponsible to work independently and without constant supervision towards achieving set goalsTravel extensively and maintain operational abilities as part of the job descriptionMaintain a high level of knowledge, experience and practical aptitude in the following areas: Marketing, Underwriting, Claims, Premium Control and general office administrationMaintain good relationships with brokers and staff and keep high levels of interpersonal and communication skillsProvide efficient service to Brokers in all aspects of businessMaintain understanding and adherence to the systems and underwriting principles, claims settling procedures and premium control proceduresDevelop and improve own Technical and Underwriting Insurance knowledge, with hands on training with follow-up sessions to ensure that practical application and processing on the IT system is possible when and where requiredEnsure that legal requirements as to Fit and Proper is met and maintainedUnderstand and have practical experience in the working of the paperless systemHave a good understanding of client's accounts and renewal processesAttend to any other duty as requested by Managing DirectorIMPORTANT:Applications close 5 November 2024Only applications submitted via the Ditto Jobs platform will be consideredOnly candidates who meet all our client's minimum requirements will be contacted