Provincial Manager - Insurance

ExecutivePlacements.com

Recruiter

Network Recruitment

Job Ref

NFC024480/ULR

Date posted

Thursday, June 4, 2026

Location

Middelburg, South Africa

SUMMARY

DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT MEET THE REQUIREMENTS

If you are an experienced insurance leader with a passion for driving growth, leading high-performing teams, and building strong client relationships, this Provincial Manager opportunity could be your next strategic career move. This role offers full accountability for business performance across a province, with the opportunity to shape the commercial and operational success of a well-established insurance business.

POSITION INFO

Our client is a respected player in the business and commercial short-term insurance sector. This role is responsible for overseeing all commercial, operational, and people-related functions within the assigned province(s), with a strong focus on profitable growth, operational excellence, and regulatory compliance.

Reporting to senior leadership, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in defining provincial strategy, expanding market presence, and delivering an exceptional client experience through a capable and driven team.

Key Responsibilities:

Execute the provincial business strategy in alignment with overall organisational objectives
Drive revenue growth and profitability through new business development, retention, and cross-selling
Identify growth opportunities by analysing market trends, competitor activity, and emerging risks
Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, stakeholders, and external partners
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, fostering accountability and continuous improvement
Oversee talent management, including recruitment, onboarding, retention, and succession planning
Manage budgets, control costs, and optimise operational efficiency
Track financial, operational, and sales KPIs, implementing corrective actions where necessary
Ensure compliance with regulatory, risk, governance, and market conduct requirements
Oversee service delivery, including claims escalations and quality assurance

Requirements:

Degree in Business, Commerce, or a related field (required)
FAIS accreditation (Short-Term Commercial Lines – 1.6 Rep & KI)
Minimum of 10 years’ experience in short-term insurance, including broking, sales, and portfolio management
Regional Managerial experience (required).
At least 5 years Commercial Broker Experience.
Proven track record of leading and developing successful teams
Strong commercial, financial, and risk management expertise
Demonstrated ability to achieve revenue and profitability targets
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

Core Competencies:

Strong business acumen
Strategic and commercial thinking
Leadership and people development
Client and stakeholder focus
Risk and compliance management
Financial management
Results-driven mindset
Change leadership and innovation

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If you have not received feedback within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will, however, be retained for future suitable opportunities.

For more information, contact:

Ulrike Groenewald

Recruitment Consultant