Key Purpose

• Understand, analyse and optimize sales and distribution strategies across Discovery Health and Vitality using industry knowledge, analytical expertise and strategic insights.

The candidate will be required to:

• Develop new business strategy and analysis to lead distribution strategies,
• Storyboard and communicate complex information in a coherent, succinct manner; and
• Transform unstructured data into strategic insights to inform key business decisions.

Areas of responsibility may include but not limited to

• Sales and distribution leadership:
• Responsible for strategic insights, ideas, and solutions to address sales and distribution priorities within Discovery Health and Vitality
• Responsible for the successful product positioning and roll-out of Discovery Health and Vitality’s annual enhancements and product launches
• Contribute to research and development through a deep understanding of the competitor space and market dynamics.
• Produce white papers and thought leadership to elevate the Discovery Health and Vitality brands.
• Broker Leadership:
• Engage with distribution channels and brokers as a key decision maker to complex problems faced by Discovery Health and Vitality.
• Position newly launched Health and Vitality products via nationwide webinars and roadshows to brokers
• Develop strong relationships with brokers as the key voice on distribution sentiment and product delivery.
• Market expertise:
• Detailed analysis, technical modelling and desktop research covering company performance, product utilisation, sales trends and competitor landscape to guide the business on future growth opportunities.

Competencies

• Self-starter with a strong drive for excellence
• Management and leadership skills
• Strategic thinker
• Exceptional analytical skills
• Strong communication skills, with competencies of storyboarding, presentation preparation and data visualisation

Qualifications / Experience

• Qualified actuary, with a minimum of three years’ work experience.
• Or 1 -2 exams away from qualifying with more than 3 years’ work experience
• Management consulting experience is advantageous.