Insurance producer — AQUILA COURTAGE ET CONSEILES recruits, for its brokerage firm based in Cotonou (10th Arrondissement), an insurance producer. The position is to be filled for a staff of 1 person, in the insurance and insurance brokerage sector (banking and finance).
The holder of the position prospects, advises and retains a clientele composed of individuals, professionals and companies, with the objective of developing the portfolio of the firm. He or she analyzes the needs of coverage, presents insurance products (Auto, IARD, Health, Life, Business Risk, etc.), establishes quotes with partner companies and accompanies the customer from the subscription to the issuance of the contract.
The commercial follow-up of the portfolio is also part of the responsibilities: renewals, endorsements, collection of premiums and stimulus. The producer also provides assistance to the customer in the event of a disaster, in compliance with CIMA regulations and internal procedures. The activity is carried out in an agency and in the field, in relation with customers, insurance companies and internal teams; it involves frequent travel and can be exercised on certain weekend days.
Main activities
Prospecting and developing a clientele of individuals, companies and institutions. Study the demand and analyze the customer’s coverage needs. Present the firm’s insurance products and services. Establish quotations and negotiate offers with partner companies. Subscribe contracts, build and file customer files. Ensure the collection of premiums, renewals and raises. Accompany the customer in the declaration and monitoring of claims. Achieve business objectives and report to management.
Required skills
The position requires knowledge of insurance product regulations (CIMA Code) as well as the characteristics of insurance products (IARD, Life, Health, Auto, Corporate Risks). They are also expected to master sales and commercial negotiation techniques, the principles of customer relations, underwriting, issuance and contract management procedures, the anti-money laundering (LBC/FT) system and client knowledge (KYC), editorial standards, office automation (Word, Excel) and portfolio management tools.
On the behavioural level, the candidate must demonstrate a sense of result and a spirit of conquest, rigor and a sense of organization, interpersonal ease and listening, a sense of teamwork. He must be vigilant and attentive, flexible and autonomous, and demonstrate integrity and a sense of confidentiality.
Education and experience
A BTS or Bachelor’s degree in Insurance, Bank-Finance, Commerce, Commercial Action or related fields is required. A BAC G2, G3 or equivalent is accepted with solid experience in insurance production. Good experience in insurance production is mandatory.
Specification of the position
Specific skills: mastery of insurance products, sense of customer relationship, ability to analyze and negotiate. The candidate must be over 25 years of age. Languages: French and English. Night work: No. Frequent out-of-work travel: yes. Applications should be sent to the following address:
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