Financial Advisor (Insurance & Investment Sales) Jobs in Kenya

As part of our growth strategy and to strengthen the team to achieve ambitious performance objectives, the Company wishes to recruit experienced, dynamic, innovative and high caliber individuals to fill the following positions.

Reporting to the Unit Manager and operating in a highly competitive and dynamic environment, this challenging position requires the candidates to perform the following functions:

Duties and Responsibilities

Prospecting for clients for the provision of insurance and investment services and products including unit trusts, life insurance, monthly investment plans, education plans, General insurance, Retirement planning, offshore products etc. Provide financial advice to clients according to their requirements and risk profile, as well as the performance of the specific portfolios Carry out a detailed-fact find review of the potential clients and recommend appropriate insurance and investment products. Maintain a regular follow-up with clients to maintain a strong customer service.Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience
Bachelor's degree or relevant professional qualifications in areas such as education, marketing with a strong flair for sales. Minimum KCSE grade C Minimum Age- 28 Successful track record of selling in the financial services sector, teaching or any other relevant profession; Confident, articulate and with strong communication skills Highly networked and adept at connecting with people; Motivated by the prospects of unlimited commission earnings; Prior experience in selling life or general insurance will be a definite advantage. COP in insurance or its equivalent professional certification, added advantageGood working knowledge of financial markets and financial products Results oriented and able to work under strict deadlines to meet sales targetsAbility to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment with minimum supervisionCommission based remuneration, but financing scheme is available for serious candidates.

If this position is of interest to you, please apply to financialadvisor@british-american.co.ke with a covering letter explaining how you would meet the demands of this challenging position (please do not send hard copies).

Applications should be received not later than Friday, 19th November 2010.

In the event you do not hear from us by 1st December 2010, please consider your application unsuccessful

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