Financial Advisor (Insurance) - Oil & Gas

About the role

Worknigeria is looking for a Financial Advisor (Insurance) based in Lagos, Nigeria, to market and develop its Oil & Gas and Energy business. The successful candidate identifies prospective clients, generates new business opportunities and coordinates the preparation and submission of bids for Oil & Gas and Energy risks.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the Oil & Gas and Energy sectors.
• Prospect for potential clients and build a strong pipeline of business opportunities.
• Market the Company's Oil & Gas/Energy insurance products and services to prospective and existing clients.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, brokers, industry stakeholders and other partners.
• Coordinate the preparation and submission of bids, proposals and quotations for Oil & Gas and Energy risks.
• Follow up on submitted proposals and bids to improve conversion opportunities.
• Conduct market research to identify emerging opportunities and industry trends.
• Take part in client meetings, presentations, negotiations and business development engagements.
• Work closely with internal teams so that client requirements are properly assessed and addressed.
• Maintain accurate records of prospects, client interactions, opportunities and sales activities.
• Support business development and revenue targets, and report regularly on business development activities.

Required profile

• B.Sc. or equivalent qualification.
• ACIIN or progress in relevant insurance professional examinations is an added advantage.
• Minimum of two years' experience, preferably in insurance marketing, Oil & Gas or energy business.

Required skills

• Good knowledge of the insurance industry.
• Strong business development skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship management skills.