Insurance Sales person

Company Description Leadway is one of Nigeria’s foremost and largest non-banking financial services providers, known for customer-centricity, operational excellence, and strong business performance. As a diversified holding company, Leadway operates across life and non-life insurance, pension fund administration, health management, asset management, and wills and trusts management services. Its associate companies include Leadway Assurance, Leadway Pensure, Leadway Health, Leadway Capital and Trusts, Leadway Asset Management, Leadway Properties and Investments, Ankara (HMO Côte d’Ivoire), and Leadwayassurance (Côte d’Ivoire). Leadway serves both individual and corporate clients across key sectors such as construction, manufacturing, oil and gas, shipping, aviation, and government agencies. The organization offers opportunities to work within a dynamic, growth-focused financial services environment.
Role Description The Insurance Sales person at Leadway will be responsible for identifying prospective clients, presenting suitable insurance products, and closing sales to meet individual and team targets. Daily activities include building and managing a portfolio of clients, explaining policy terms and coverage, preparing quotations, and supporting clients through the application and claims processes. The role involves collaborating with internal teams to ensure accurate documentation, timely policy issuance, and high-quality customer service. This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Lagos, with a combination of in-office work and some work-from-home flexibility. The role requires proactive outreach, regular follow-up, and participation in marketing and promotional activities to grow the client base.
Qualifications

• Demonstrated skills in Insurance Sales and Sales, with a track record of meeting or exceeding targets.
• Knowledge of Insurance products and Insurance Brokerage practices, including life and non-life offerings.
• Strong Customer Service skills, with the ability to build trust, handle inquiries, and resolve issues effectively.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, both in person and over digital channels.
• Ability to work in a hybrid environment in Lagos, manage time effectively, and handle multiple client engagements.
• Basic proficiency with office productivity tools (e.g., email, spreadsheets, ) and comfort with digital sales channels.
• Relevant experience in financial services or insurance is an advantage; professional certifications in insurance or sales are beneficial.
• Minimum of a relevant diploma or degree; higher academic qualifications are an added advantage.