Group Scheme Manager

Are you a commercially driven Group Schemes or Employee Benefits professional ready to take ownership of a growing portfolio and lead a high-performing team

We are looking for an experienced Group Scheme Manager to take the lead in driving the growth profitability and operational excellence of our Group Funeral Insurance business.

This is a strategic leadership opportunity where youll combine sales leadership client relationship management commercial strategy compliance and people development to make a measurable impact.

• Lead manage and develop the Group Scheme team to achieve business and performance objectives.
  

• Drive a culture of accountability service excellence and continuous improvement.
  

• Oversee recruitment performance management coaching and development of Group Scheme Consultants.
  

• Develop and execute strategies to grow the Group Funeral business.
  

• Drive sales production client acquisition and retention initiatives.
  

• Identify new business opportunities and develop strategies to maximise market potential.
  

• Monitor scheme profitability membership growth claims ratios premium payments and operational efficiencies.
  

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with employers associations administrators brokers consultants and other strategic stakeholders.
  

• Lead negotiations and manage group insurance contracts tenders and service level agreements.
  

• Conduct periodic contract reviews to ensure sustainable and mutually beneficial partnerships.
  

• Analyse business performance trends profitability and growth opportunities.
  

• Prepare and present monthly management reports covering:
  

  • Production
    

  • Membership
    

  • Growth
    

  • Claims trends
    

  • Profitability
    

  • Challenges and risks
    

  • Strategic recommendations
    

• Ensure Group Scheme operations comply with applicable legislation and regulatory requirements.
  

• Maintain strong awareness of FSCA regulations POPIA/Data Protection requirements and Anti-Money Laundering/FICA obligations.
  

• Ensure processes contracts and client interactions meet required governance standards.
  

• Work closely with internal stakeholders including Actuarial to assess complex quotations and tenders.
  

• Manage client complaints and provide guidance on benefits claims procedures and policy coverage.
  

• Oversee the financial management and budgeting of the Group Scheme Office.
  

Were looking for someone who combines commercial thinking with strong leadership and industry expertise.

• Tertiary qualification in Marketing Sales or a relevant field and/or applicable FAIS credits.
  
• 5 years knowledge and management experience within the Group Scheme or Employee Benefits market.
  
• Previous experience in a managerial or supervisory capacity.
  
• Strong understanding of group insurance products market practices and regulatory requirements.
  
• Proven experience in sales business development stakeholder management and/or portfolio management.
  
• Strong analytical financial communication negotiation and contract management skills.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and relevant insurance administration platforms.
  
• Valid Code 08 drivers licence.
  
• Willingness to travel when required.
  

This is more than a management position.

Youll have the opportunity to shape strategy grow a business portfolio develop people and build lasting partnerships across the Group Scheme market.

If youre commercially minded relationship-driven and ready to take ownership of a high-impact portfolio we want to hear from you.

Apply now and take the next step in your Group Schemes leadership journey.