Job Description
About the Role
The Business Development Consultant will play a key role in strengthening the brand, managing and expanding broker relationships, and driving sustainable growth by retaining existing clients while securing new business opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic direction to the companies Group Risk Business Development Function.
- Securing new business partners and expanding opportunities within the current client base.
- Design, implement, and manage new and well-researched business initiatives, strategies, and solutions, ranging from relationship development to retention.
- Negotiate business development transactions inclusive of transaction agreements, subscription agreements, and partnerships.
- Maintain a stable knowledge base of the group risk industry, competitors, and regulatory activity.
- Conduct regular research, keep up with trends and best practices, maintain competitive edge, and keep the business at par with competitors in the market.
- Establish synergistic relationships with key role players in the market. Attend numerous industry events and conferences.
- Establish and maintain long term relationships with key clients, potential clients, intermediaries, and key strategic partners.
- Partner with the Pricing and Product teams to provide technical expertise and knowledge sharing to clients and intermediaries.
- Work closely with the Pricing, Administration, Disability management and Underwriting areas to ensure exceptional client service delivery.
- Deliver improved Customer Analytics & Market intelligence that enables the company to leverage data in key business decisions. This includes the analysis and reporting of key findings of multiple business metrics to determine the effectiveness of sales.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of Marketing and Customer strategy for the company Life Group Risk.
- Collaborate with the rest of the company’s team and contribute sales and customer expertise across the different divisions to align the overall Company strategy.
Requirements
- 10 – 15 years Employee benefits experience including at least 5 years of EB business development experience (required).
- Business degree (advantageous).
- RE5 (required).
- NQF 5 in Wealth Management of Financial Planning / 120 FAIS credits (required).
- Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders internally and externally.
- Exceptional sales and business development skills.
- Knowledge of MS Office suite.
Qualifications
- Formal education/certifications: Business degree, RE5, NQF 5 in Wealth Management of Financial Planning / 120 FAIS credits.
Salary & Benefits
- Negotiable depending on Qualifications and Experience.
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About Business Intelligence Jobs in South Africa
In South Africa, the business intelligence field is thriving, with the demand for data-driven decision-making skills increasing across various industries. Typically, this role involves leveraging technology and analytical expertise to support organisational growth and strategy. Commonly, business intelligence professionals in South Africa work closely with stakeholders to identify business needs, design and implement data solutions, and measure their effectiveness.
When it comes to salary expectations for a business intelligence position in South Africa, broad ranges can be considered. Typically, experience plays a significant role in determining compensation. For example, entry-level positions may fall within the R400 000 – R600 000 per annum range, while senior roles can exceed R1 200 000 – R1 800 000 per annum, depending on factors such as company size and industry sector.
Common skills for a business intelligence role in South Africa include proficiency in software tools like Microsoft Power BI, Tableau, or QlikView; data analysis and statistical knowledge; strong understanding of database management systems; experience with data visualisation techniques; business acumen; and excellent communication skills. Additionally, many employers place importance on technical skills such as programming languages like Python, R, or SQL.
Business intelligence roles are commonly found in various industries, including financial services sector, technology industry, manufacturing sector, and retail sector. These professionals often work with large datasets to gain insights that inform business decisions. The demand for data analytics is particularly high in sectors that involve complex operations, such as manufacturing or logistics.
Career development opportunities for business intelligence professionals are abundant. Typically, this role serves as a stepping stone to more senior positions, such as business analyst or management consultant. Additionally, many South African companies offer training and development programs to enhance skills in data science and machine learning.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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