Business Development Officer (VIP)
Date: 8 Jul 2025
Location: St. Andrew, Jamaica
Company: GraceKennedy Ltd.
GK General Insurance Company seeks to identify an individual looking for an excellent opportunity to progress his/her career; and who possesses the vision and energy to help drive dynamic changes in the company, in the following capacity:-
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT OFFICER (VIP)
Reporting to the Alternative Channels Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for developing and executing the Corporate Business Development Strategy while offering service of exceptional quality so as to enhance the company's image and thereby ensuring our direct partners consider GKI the Insurer of Choice.
Our ideal candidate is a dedicated, team-oriented and organized individual with strong communication, decision making, and analytical skills.
At minimum, applicants should possess the following:
- First Degree in Marketing or related field or pursuing professional Insurance Certification
- Motor and Property Salesman
- Three (3) years’ experience in a general insurance environment
- Proficient in underwriting principles and practices
- Excellent problem-solving capabilities and techniques.
- Strong customer relations and relationship building skills, poise, tact and diplomacy.
- Excellent Presentation Skills
- Strong Business Acumen and skills in Sales Effectiveness, Sales Concepts, Tools and or Techniques
- Excellent time management and the ability to plan, prioritize, negotiate and meet deadlines
Qualified applicants are invited to submit applications no later than via the careers section of our Corporate Website at www.gracekennedy.com
GK General Insurance Company upholds the principles of fairness and equity in the treatment of all our employees and stakeholders. The Company is committed to equity in all its employment practices and policies and seeks to recruit, develop and retain its employees on the basis of merit, ability and performance. As such, we are committed to ensuring equal opportunity in employment, and will not discriminate on the grounds of race, national origin, religion, gender, or otherwise.