Job Description

Company: MarshDescription:is the worldxe2x80x99s leading insurance broker and risk adviser. With more than 45,000 colleagues operating in more than 130 countries, Marsh serves commercial and individual clients with data driven risk solutions and advisory services. Marsh is a business of (NYSE: MMC), the leading global professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. With annual revenue of over $20 billion, Marsh McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment through four market-leading businesses: , , , and . For more information, visit , follow us on and .MARSH is seeking candidates for the following position based in the Sandton/Bloemfontein office:Sales AssociateWhat you will be rewarded with:An international well-established company with a strong brand and strong results to matchAttractive benefits coverage, outstanding learning and mentoring programs, and internal mobility opportunitiesWe will rely on you to:Have in-depth understanding of company key clients and their position in the industryBe eager to expand the company with new sales, clients, and territoriesSource own leadsConduct sales presentations and work to ensure the maintenance of a book of business (High-Networth accounts 200 clients ) and a high frequency of sales.Conduct cold calls utilizing a proficient awareness of internal offerings and product solutions to ultimately gain sales meetings.Develop complex and effective sales proposals and sales presentations for prospect accounts.Close sales deals by negotiating values and basic pricing structures to best serve both the business and client needsConduct thorough due diligence research leveraging various resources and channels of information to identify or understand prospect accounts or target sales expansion opportunities.Oversee the sales process from start to finish to ensure service quality and general transactional satisfaction.Belong to various professional organizations and grow a large professional network to benefit and represent the businessCross sell opportunities: Ensure all products and services available are marketed to the client as appropriateWhat you need to have:3-5 years sales experience (experience selling personal lines & SME policies at Insurance brokerage advantageous)Relevant Insurance qualification ACII / HCII or FellowshipRegulatory examDOFA and proof of creditsExcellent verbal and written communication skills; must be a listener, a presenter, and a people-personBasic computer skills, and experience with CRM software and the Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on superior Excel skills.Strong negotiation skills, with ability follow-through on client contractsAbility to multitask and do Broking exercise to clientsProven results of delivering client solutions and meeting sales goalsMust be able to work from the Office as and when requiredAble to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficientlyGoal-oriented, organized team playerSelf-motivated and self-directedMarsh McLennan is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin colour, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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