Ready to lead the charge in group funeral
schemes and turn protection into pure power?
Join the Companies Alternative
Distribution crew in Pretoria as our next Group Scheme Specialist —
where you’ll own the stage, fire up a high-performing team, and drive the
growth of The Group’s Funeral Insurance products that deliver real dignity and
financial security to families across South Africa.
If you’ve got the leadership fire, the
group schemes/employee benefits know-how, and a hunger to make an impact that
goes beyond the bottom line… this is your moment.
Pretoria is calling. Let’s grow something
meaningful together.
Description
We are looking for a Group Schemes Specialist
to join our Alternative Distribution team. In this role, you will be
responsible for the management of the Group Scheme team, driving the promotion
and sales of The Group Funeral Insurance products while ensuring regulatory
compliance, operational efficiency, business growth and strong stakeholder
relationships.
Your Responsibilities Include:
- Leading and managing the Group Scheme team
to achieve business and performance objectives.
- Driving sales, production, client
acquisition and retention initiatives in line with growth targets.
- Developing and implementing strategies for
the Group Funeral business
- Ensuring compliance with applicable
legislation, including FSCA regulations, the Data Protection Act and Anti-Money
Laundering requirements.
- Overseeing scheme profitability,
membership, claims ratios, premium payments and operational efficiencies.
- Managing group insurance contracts,
including negotiations, tenders, service level agreements and periodic contract
reviews.
- Building and maintaining strong
relationships with employers, associations, administrators, brokers,
consultants and other key stakeholders.
- Working with internal stakeholders,
including Actuarial, to evaluate complex quotations and tenders.
- Managing client complaints and providing
guidance on benefits, claims procedures and policy coverage.
- Overseeing the financial management and
budgeting of the Group Scheme Office.
- Preparing and presenting monthly
management reports covering production, trends, growth opportunities,
challenges and strategic recommendations.
- Leading recruitment, performance
management and development of Group Scheme Consultants.
Requirements
- A tertiary qualification in Marketing,
Sales and/or relevant FAIS credits.
- At least 5+ years’ knowledge and management
experience in the Group Scheme Market or Employee Benefits Market, preferably
in a managerial or supervisory role.
- A valid Code 08 driver’s licence and
willingness to travel.
- In-depth knowledge of group insurance
products, regulations and industry best practices.
- Strong analytical, financial,
communication, negotiation and contract management skills.
- Proficiency in relevant software
applications, including Microsoft Excel and insurance administration platforms.
Skills Required
- Tertiary qualification in Marketing, Sales, or a relevant field, and/or relevant FAIS credits
- At least 5 years of knowledge and management experience in the Group Scheme or Employee Benefits market
- Managerial or supervisory experience in the Group Scheme or Employee Benefits market
- Valid Code 08 driver's licence and willingness to travel
- In-depth knowledge of group insurance products, regulations, and industry best practices
- Strong analytical, financial, communication, negotiation, and contract management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and insurance administration platforms
What We Do
Sabenza IT is a niche recruitment company specializing in Information Technology, SAP, Finance, and Engineering roles, with over 23 years of experience.
