Posted:2 hours ago
By:Hiring Kenya
Company Details
Industry:
Banking
Description:
SKM Africa LLP (SKM) is a specialized professional services firm that offers Tax, Audit, Legal and Business Advisory services across East Africa. The firm comprises of experts with extensive experience and deep knowledge in Tax, Audit, Legal and Business Advisory, and technological solutions.
We are a mission-driven consulting firm creating positive change by delivering value for our clients, investing in our employees, and solving tough problems that benefit our local and global communities. We ground our approach in empathy, enabling our team members to better hear our customers’ challenges and work together to develop effective solutions.
Founded in 2010 we are committed to delivering high impact, high value, ad transformative results for our clients. We address our clients most pressing and complex issues by developing a deep understanding into their needs, customers, employees and partners to build solutions that are timely and relevant. As an organization we know what it takes to move organizations forward with measurable results.
Job Description
The Principal Officer will provide overall leadership, regulatory oversight, and strategic direction of the brokerage in line with regulatory requirements, while also driving business growth through effective business development initiatives, partnerships, and client acquisition.
Key Responsibilities
Principal Officer Responsibilities
- Provide overall leadership and day-to-day management of the brokerage operations.
- Ensure full compliance with the Insurance Act, IRA regulations, and other applicable laws.
- Act as the official liaison between the company and the Insurance Regulatory Authority.
- Develop and implement strategic plans to ensure business growth and sustainability.
- Establish and maintain effective internal controls, governance, and risk management frameworks.
- Oversee underwriting, claims, client servicing, and operational functions.
- Prepare and submit statutory and regulatory reports as required.
Business Development Responsibilities
- Develop and execute business development and sales strategies to achieve revenue targets.
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities, partnerships, and markets.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, insurers, and key stakeholders.
- Lead and manage the business development team.
- Prepare proposals, presentations, and participate in client pitches.
- Drive client retention and portfolio growth.
Requirements
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Insurance, Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or related field.
- Professional qualification in insurance (ACII, AIIK, or equivalent) is highly preferred.
- Must meet the fit and proper requirements for Principal Officers as prescribed by the Insurance Regulatory Authority.
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in the insurance industry, with at least 3 years in senior management.
- Proven experience in business development and achieving sales targets.
- Strong knowledge of insurance products, brokerage operations, and regulatory requirements.
Salary: Discuss During Interview
Education: Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time
