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Business Development Executive at Octagon Africa

Business Development Executive

PURPOSE FOR THE JOB

The job holder role will be responsible for generating new businesses,ensure growth in portfolio and retention of existing clients.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Identify, target, and build new relationships with existing clients and prospects to generate revenue growth.
  • Develop a credible pipeline of prospective clients and growth strategies that allow for the achievement of monthly and annual targets.
  • Clearly articulate value propositions to clients and prospects.
  • Create targeted sales and marketing plans.
  • Take part in the development of various product distribution channels.
  • Maintain a calendar for marketing campaigns.
  • Foster relationships to protect existing books of business.
  • Provide weekly and monthly production reports.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a Business-related field.
  • Diploma in Insurance (AIIK) or ACII.
  • 4 years relevant experience with demonstrated success in a similar position, preferably within the insurance industry.
  • Experience in sales with a proven track record of achievement.

COMPETENCIES AND ATTRIBUTES

  • Integrity.
  • Positive attitude, self-motivated, self-driven, and able to work with minimal supervision.
  • Good negotiation and networking skills.
  • Passionate, confident, energetic, and proactive.
  • Organizational and analytical skills.
  • Interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Flexibility and adaptability.

Deadline – 30th November 2025