Roodepoort: Chief Operating Officer (COO) posted by AtripleA recruitment & temps

About the Role

AtripleA recruitment & temps is seeking an experienced and skilled Chief Operating Officer to join our team in Roodepoort. As a key member of our executive team, you will be responsible for overseeing all day-to-day operations and partnering with our CEO and leadership to drive business growth and success. With over 7 years of experience in insurance management, including sales, operational, and financial knowledge, we are looking for a seasoned professional to lead our agency and help us achieve our goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Contributes to, develops, and implements agency marketing plan as well as vision for the agency
• Possesses a good working knowledge of procedures, processes for all disciplines
• Improve daily organization and workflows to ensure maximum operational efficiency
• Ensures regulatory compliance of the agency
• Monitor production and monthly goals
• Fosters and maintains relationships with carriers and brokers
• Responsible for client retention activities and engagement strategies
• Collects and analyzes data for implications regarding budget, project, and/or program initiatives
• Oversees, implements, and refines agency budget, proforma financials, and company operations to ensure company targets for revenue and profitability are met
• Oversees employee skills development and provide coaching, training, and development programs to increase staff capability and agency expertise
• Maintains and builds trusted relationships with key customers, partners, vendors, management, and stakeholders
• Supports the CEO and executive team in all aspects of the business and operations

Requirements

• 7 years’ experience in insurance management with high levels of sales, operational, and financial knowledge
• 5 years’ experience as a department head, team leader or senior level position within an agency
• Superior negotiation and presentation skills with strong entrepreneurial spirit
• BCom in finance or related field
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points up to date
• Strong insurance knowledge for commercial lines & personal lines
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Creative problem-solving skills along with exceptional time management and attention to detail
• Afrikaans Speaking

Qualifications

• BCom in finance or related field

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you are the ideal candidate for this role. We look forward to hearing from you!