Sales Agent-Commision based
APA Insurance Limited
Job Description
APA Insurance Limited is part of Apollo Investments Limited, one of the leading innovation-driven financial groups in East Africa. Established in 1977 as one of the first locally owned insurance companies, the group has grown through its commitment to quality service, sound management, and policyholder confidence. APA Insurance provides a wide range of general insurance products, including Fire, Marine, Aviation, Personal Accident, Motor, Liability, Agriculture, Property, and Micro Insurance. The company also offers health insurance solutions for corporate clients, individuals, and families.
Job Summary
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications and Requirements
Important Information
Job Summary
- APA Insurance Limited is seeking motivated and results-oriented individuals to join its team as Commission-Based Sales Agents in Mombasa. The successful candidates will be responsible for identifying potential clients, promoting insurance products, developing client relationships, and providing suitable insurance solutions across general and health insurance lines.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and generate leads from prospective clients.
- Approach potential customers and promote APA Insurance products.
- Conduct client meetings and explain insurance policy features, benefits, and terms.
- Assess client needs and recommend suitable insurance solutions.
- Prepare quotations and support clients throughout the policy enrollment process.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective policyholders.
- Respond to client inquiries and provide quality customer service.
- Follow up on policy renewals and identify opportunities for additional sales.
- Collaborate with branch teams to support sales activities.
- Participate in product knowledge and sales training sessions.
- Work towards achieving and exceeding set sales targets.
- Maintain accurate sales records and uphold ethical business practices.
Qualifications and Requirements
- Interested candidates should possess the following qualifications and skills:
- Communication Skills: Ability to communicate insurance information clearly and build trust with different clients.
- Customer Service Skills: Ability to respond to client needs, handle inquiries, and maintain positive long-term relationships.
- Sales and Negotiation Skills: Ability to identify prospects, negotiate effectively, close sales, and achieve set targets.
- Insurance Knowledge: Understanding of insurance products, policy terms, basic underwriting principles, and compliance requirements is an advantage.
- Willingness to Learn: Readiness to participate in ongoing product and sales training and apply the knowledge gained.
- Academic Qualifications: A certificate, diploma, or degree in Business, Marketing, Insurance, or a related field is an added advantage.
- Work Experience: Previous experience in insurance, financial services, or field sales is beneficial. Motivated entry-level candidates are also encouraged to apply.
- Personal Attributes: Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, maintain ethical standards, and perform in a target-driven environment.
- Computer Skills: Basic computer proficiency and accurate record-keeping skills are desirable.
Important Information
- This is a full-time, commission-based opportunity. Earnings are tied to sales performance, and candidates should be comfortable working in a target-driven environment.
- Location: Mombasa, Kenya