Group Scheme Specialist

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.