Sales Manager

Company Description Bajaj Life Insurance is one of India's fastest-growing life insurance companies, offering a comprehensive range of products including ULIPs, term plans, retirement, and child policies to support diverse financial goals. Serving over 3.47 crore policyholders with an AUM of 1.34 Lakh Crores, a 99.33% claim settlement ratio, and a 266% solvency margin, the company focuses on long-term financial protection and wealth creation. Its portfolio features innovative offerings such as zero allocation charge ULIPs, specialized term plans for diabetics and women, and smart investment solutions like SISO. With 598 branches, over 1.61 lakh insurance consultants, and strong bank partnerships, Bajaj Life provides extensive reach and customer-first service, supported by digital platforms like WhatsApp and Smart Assist. The organization fosters an innovative, collaborative culture for its 27K+ employees and has been recognized with multiple employer and digital innovation awards.

Role Description The Sales Manager role at Bajaj Life is a full-time, on-site position based in Bengaluru. This role is responsible for leading and developing a sales team to achieve individual and branch-level targets for life insurance products across various customer segments. The Sales Manager will plan and execute sales strategies, monitor performance metrics, conduct regular reviews, and drive continuous improvement in sales processes. Daily activities include coaching and mentoring consultants, building and maintaining relationships with customers and distribution partners, and ensuring adherence to regulatory and company compliance standards. The role also involves collaborating with cross-functional teams such as marketing, operations, and customer service to enhance customer experience and support sustainable business growth.

Qualifications

• Strong sales and business development skills, including target planning, pipeline management, and negotiation abilities.
• Experience in team leadership, performance management, and coaching in a sales or financial services environment.
• Proficiency in customer relationship management, consultative selling, and stakeholder management.
• Ability to analyze sales data, prepare reports, and use insights to drive strategic decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in English; knowledge of local languages is an advantage.
• Prior experience in life insurance, banking, or financial services is strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or a related field; an MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification is a plus.
• Comfort with digital tools and CRM systems, and willingness to adopt new sales technologies and platforms.
• Results-oriented mindset, integrity in handling customer finances, and strong commitment to regulatory and ethical standards.