Business Development Officer

Description

Askari Family Takaful is seeking a proactive Business Development Officer with at least 2 years of experience to join our dynamic team. The successful candidate will lead a team of three professionals focused on expanding our market presence, developing new client relationships, and driving revenue growth. This role demands a strong foundation in market research, sales strategy, and customer relationship management, combined with exceptional networking skills to effectively identify and pursue business opportunities within the insurance sector. In this role, the Business Development Officer collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to design and implement sales pipelines that align with company objectives. By leveraging Salesforce and other tools, the officer ensures robust pipeline management and accurate sales forecasting. Demonstrating a results-driven mindset, the candidate will continuously refine sales strategies to enhance client acquisition and retention, fostering strong partnerships that contribute to the company's long-term success.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of three business development professionals to achieve sales and growth targets.
• Conduct comprehensive market research to identify new business opportunities and emerging trends within the insurance and takaful industry.
• Develop and implement effective sales strategies to expand client base and increase revenue.
• Oversee customer relationship management processes to ensure high satisfaction and ongoing engagement.
• Build and maintain strong professional networks to enhance market visibility and foster partnerships.
• Manage the entire sales pipeline using Salesforce and other relevant tools to track leads, opportunities, and conversions.
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams to tailor offerings that meet client needs and market demands.
• Analyze sales data and prepare regular reports to inform management decisions and refine strategies.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and compliance standards throughout all business development activities.
• Mentor and develop team members by providing guidance, coaching, and performance feedback.

Experience

2 Years

Apply By

Oct 12, 2026

Required Skills

• Market Research
• Sales Strategy
• Customer Relationship Management
• Networking
• Pipeline management
• Sales Pipeline Management
• Salesforce
• Negotiation
• Strategic Planning
• Team Leadership

Nice to Have Skills

• Communication
• Customer Service