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Kampala, Uganda
Full Time
About the Organisation
ICEA Life Assurance Company is a leading provider of life insurance and financial protection solutions in Uganda, dedicated to helping individuals, families, and businesses secure their futures through innovative, reliable, and customer-focused services. As part of the ICEA Lion Group, one of the largest financial services providers in East Africa, the company enjoys a strong reputation for professionalism, trustworthiness, and financial strength, backed by decades of experience and regional presence.
ICEA Life Assurance promotes a dynamic and inclusive work culture that values integrity, performance, and personal development, offering rewarding career opportunities in sales, underwriting, customer service, and actuarial roles, with flexible arrangements to support work-life balance. Since its establishment, the company has evolved with the changing financial landscape, leveraging digital platforms, tailored products, and robust risk management strategies to meet the diverse needs of its clientele.
With a wide reach through branch networks, strategic partnerships, and a growing digital footprint, ICEA Life remains committed to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Its core values include integrity, reliability, customer centricity, and innovation, while its corporate social responsibility initiatives focus on financial literacy, youth empowerment, health, and community well-being. For more information, visit www.icea.co.ug.
ICEA LION Group is one of East Africa’s leading financial services providers, offering innovative and customer-focused solutions in insurance, pensions, investments, and trusts. With a strong presence in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, ICEA LION is committed to financial inclusion and excellence, serving a wide array of clients with integrity and professionalism.
Job Title
Assistant Manager, Business Development job at ICEA Lion Uganda
ICEA Lion Uganda
Job Description
As part of the business development team, the Assistant Manager will lead initiatives to acquire new business through various channels, including intermediaries and direct clients. The role requires strong relationship management skills to maintain and expand existing customer accounts. Key responsibilities include preparing and negotiating quotations, managing account renewals, conducting training sessions, responding to client inquiries, and generating detailed management reports. The successful candidate will also contribute to market research, risk assessments, and the development of business growth strategies, while ensuring compliance with company policies and ethical standards.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Pursue business acquisition through existing and new channels
Prepare and negotiate quotations for both new and existing clients
Implement a broker relationship management program
Monitor and manage account renewals
Participate in tender processes and prepare required documentation
Respond to client inquiries in a timely and professional manner
Conduct product training and market analysis
Provide risk details to support underwriting processes
Maintain and update prospective and closed business databases
Prepare and submit regular management reports
Recommend strategies for business growth and resolution of challenges
Ensure adherence to operational procedures and code of ethics

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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Business, or a related discipline
Progress towards professional insurance qualification (e.g. ACII, FCII)
Experience:
Minimum of 3 years in marketing general insurance solutions to corporates and organized groups
Core Competencies:
Strategic and analytical thinking
Strong organizational and time management skills
Project management and problem-solving ability
Effective communication (written and verbal)
Relationship management with internal and external stakeholders
Self-motivated, team-oriented, and able to work independently
Negotiation and presentation skills
Professional demeanor, discretion, and integrity
How to Apply
ONLINE APPLICATION ONLY!
Interested candidates are advised that applications for this position must be submitted online. To apply, please click on the "Apply" button below.