Business Development Officer

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT OFFICER: COMMERCIAL (BUSINESS) INSURANCE

Western Cape | Free State | KwaZulu-Natal | Permanent

Love the chase? Built for the close? This one's for you.

A leading name in the South African financial services sector is on the hunt for ambitious Business Development Officers ready to make their mark in commercial insurance sales. With a strong regional presence and serious growth ambitions, this organisation offers the platform, training and earning potential for the right person to truly thrive.

You won't be waiting for leads to land in your inbox. You'll be out there: cold calling, networking and meeting decision-makers face-to-face to build a commercial portfolio you can be proud of.

WHAT YOU GET

Permanent role, real stability, real career path

Hybrid setup across Western Cape, Free State and KZN

Competitive basic salary (no retainer)

Commission structure that genuinely rewards performance

Full training programme and tools provided from day one

WHAT YOU BRING:

Qualifications:

Matric / NQF4 or higher

FAIS credits or full insurance qualification (based on your DOFA date)

Completed RE5

Own vehicle and valid Code B driver's licence

Experience:

2+ years in commercial insurance

2+ years in face-to-face B2B sales

A track record of self-sourcing and converting your own new business

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

- Hunt, pitch and close new commercial clients across your region

- Deliver consistently against new business targets

- Build lasting client relationships that result in a low lapse rate and long-term portfolio growth

 - Assess new business risk and ensure your portfolio remains commercially sound

- Show up prepared,  every client appointment counts

WHO YOU ARE:

A natural hunter, self-driven, resilient and results-obsessed

Confident in boardrooms, small business offices and everywhere in between

Organised, analytical and sharp with administration

A problem-solver who stays calm under pressure

Proficient in Excel and PowerPoint

Professional, flexible and hungry to win

If this sounds like the environment you've been looking for, apply now. Opportunities like this don't stay open long.

If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful at this time.