Company Profile

The country’s favourite insurance group is Hollard Ghana, with subsidiaries Hollard Insurance and Hollard Life Assurance. The group combines its deep local knowledge of the market having previously operated in Ghana for 25 years as Metropolitan Insurance with the world-class expertise of an international insurance brand in 18 countries across the world. With feet firmly planted on Ghanaian soil but headquartered in South Africa, Hollard delivers innovative insurance solutions customized to the unique risks Ghanaians face. Hollard offers various life and general insurance products including funeral, personal accident, motor, business, travel, home, and more. Beyond various nationwide office branches and Hollard 2U franchise shops, Ghanaians can find Hollard at Shell Fuel Station Welcome Shops, Melcom stores and online at www.hollard.com.gh and www.jumia.com.gh for all their insurance needs. Hollard is a three-time certified Top Employer by the Top Employer Institute.

Job Description

Hollard Insurance is looking for Business Development Officers

Job Objective
To provide excellent service to clients and stakeholders by managing relationships and prospecting/selling Hollard Insurance policies to existing and prospective clients.

Report to:   General Manager, Business Development  

Main Duties & Responsibilities

1. Sell Hollard Insurance products to corporate and individual clients.
2. Achieve and exceed monthly and yearly premium targets for new business and renewal of existing businesses.
3. Initiate and develop relationships with corporate bodies and individuals with the aim of generating business as per agreed targets.
4. Recommend or implement changes to improve productivity, profitability, and growth
5. Prospect for clients and carry out presentations on company’s products and services
6. Ensure that policy transactions (i.e., quotes, new business, endorsements, renewals, post loss, cancellations) are issued and changes recorded accurately and in a timely manner
7. Compliance with processes, policies and procedures and identify areas for improvement

Required Skills or Experience

1. University Degree or HND in Marketing
2. At least four (4) years’ experience in sales and relationship management skills
3. Knowledge in insurance products and terminology
4. Knowledge in risk assessment and insurance rating principles
5. Good communication skills (including writing and presentation skills)
6. Good computer skills especially in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.