• 12 to 15 years’ experience in an insurance environment (specific to the Life environment).
• 7 years of Managerial experience.
• Business knowledge, budgeting and creativity in problem solving.
• Previously approved as a Key Individual for an FSP or qualifying
• A Post-graduate Degree in Business Management/ Finance or an equivalent, RE 1 & 5.
• Life and/or Short term insurance underwriting experience

3. COMPETENCIES

• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Entrepreneurial skills.
• Risk Management (including risk transfer mechanisms).
• Must meet the Fit and Proper requirements in terms of the FAIS Act.
• Experience of leading cross-functional teams.

4. CONTENT OF THE JOB

• You will be responsible for the general management of business activities.
• You will be responsible for the formulation and management of operational plans in line with the
• You will be responsible for the identification and assessment of potential business opportunities (including the onboarding thereof) in line with the business strategy.
• You will be required to take a lead in market development and growth initiatives i.e. product integration and innovation, channel-specific agreements, and ongoing engagements with distribution services, outsourcing service providers and intermediaries.
• You will build and maintain strong relationships across industry, from regulators, industry bodies, service providers, distribution channels intermediaries, retail and corporate clients, etc.
• You will be responsible for the management of projects within the business.
• You will continuously scan the industry for the identification of potential risks and business trends.
• You will ensure compliance requirements are met and maintained with the Prudential Authority,Financial Sector Conduct Authority etc.