Sales Staff - Insurance Agency

About the role

An insurance agency is hiring a full-time, on-site Sales Staff member in Kampala, reporting to the Insurance Agency Manager within the Sales and Marketing department. The role focuses on identifying and pursuing new business opportunities.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business through cold calling, networking and follow-up on leads
• Meet with prospective and existing clients, present agency services and prepare proposals
• Negotiate agreements in line with company guidelines
• Maintain accurate sales records, update client information and report regularly on sales activity and performance
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver recruitment and advertising services, follow up on client satisfaction and support account development

Required profile

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships and handle client inquiries
• Sales and negotiation skills, including lead generation, deal closing and pipeline management
• Customer service and client management skills
• Basic understanding of business and marketing to explain recruitment and advertising solutions
• Organizational and time-management skills for handling multiple accounts and follow-ups
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a proactive, goal-oriented approach
• Diploma or degree in Business, Marketing, Communications or a related field is an advantage; relevant sales, recruitment or advertising experience is beneficial