Marketing Executive - Insurance Sales

About the role

Fortis Global Insurance Plc is hiring a Marketing Executive in Lagos, Nigeria, working in a hybrid arrangement and reporting to the Unit Manager or Agency Manager. The role promotes and sells life and general insurance products, identifies potential customers, builds relationships and generates sales to meet business targets.

Key responsibilities

• Sell life and general insurance products, prospect and develop individual and corporate customers, and turn qualified prospects into paying policyholders.
• Generate leads through networking, referrals, cold calls, field marketing and approved channels, and build a pipeline of prospects.
• Meet clients, give sales presentations and product demonstrations, and follow up on premium payments and renewals.
• Promote the company's products and brand, take part in campaigns, exhibitions and trade fairs, and use personal networks and approved digital platforms to attract new customers.
• Maintain records of prospects and sales, prepare weekly and monthly sales reports, and follow up on pending business and outstanding premiums.
• Comply with company policies and insurance regulations, keep customer information confidential and avoid misrepresenting products.

Required profile

• Minimum of B.Sc., HND, ND or NCE from a recognised institution; marketing, business administration, economics, finance, insurance, accounting or social sciences backgrounds are encouraged.
• No years of experience required; previous experience in sales, marketing, business development, banking, financial services or insurance is an advantage.
• Fresh graduates and entry-level candidates with a strong interest in sales and marketing are encouraged to apply.

Required skills

• Communication, negotiation, persuasion and presentation skills.
• Customer relationship management and prospecting.
• Basic computer literacy and ability to prepare sales reports.
• Willingness to work in the field and meet prospective customers.

Candidates can progress within the company, with opportunities for advancement to supervisory, Unit Manager and Agency Manager positions depending on performance.