Company:

Marsh

Description:

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Victor Insurance team at Marsh as the Head of Sales and Distribution working in our Melbourne office.  This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office. 

Head of Sales and Distribution

We will count on you to:

• Develop and implement comprehensive sales strategies to drive revenue growth and increase market penetration.

• Stay updated on industry trends, market dynamics, and competitor activities. Use this knowledge to identify new

• business opportunities and develop effective sales strategies.Build and maintain strong relationships with key brokers, distribution partners, and internal stakeholders.

• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify new business opportunities and adjust sales strategies accordingly.

• Collaborate with underwriting, marketing, product development, and operations teams to align sales efforts with business objectives.

What you need to have:

• 10+ years’ experience in the insurance industry with proven success in sales leadership roles, preferably within an insurer or MGA.

• Strong knowledge of insurance products, distribution channels, and market dynamics.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and manage a sales team.

• Strategic mindset with the ability to analyse market trends and develop effective sales strategies.

• Established network of broking contacts within the industry.

What makes you stand out:

• Demonstrated ability to negotiate and influence internal and external stakeholders to drive change.

• Strong business acumen with a focus on financial metrics and results-oriented sales performance.

• Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with adaptability to changing market conditions.

• Proactive approach to continuous professional development and technical skill enhancement.

• Ability to foster a collaborative, results-driven culture aligned with company values.

Why join our team:

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.

• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities.

• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.

Marsh Risk is a business of Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information about Marsh Risk, visit marsh.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Victor offers a connected culture of talented, inspired individuals, and a work environment where colleagues can grow and succeed. At Victor, your voice is heard, your skills are sharpened and your ambitions nurtured. We value diversity in thought and background and are looking for individuals who are up for the challenge of creating the insurance enterprise of the future. If that’s you, join us on our journey—with us by your side, you’ll be ready to tackle tomorrow’s challenges. Victor Insurance Managers LLC (“Victor”) is one of the world’s largest managing general underwriters with locations in the US, Canada, UK, Netherlands, Germany, Italy, and Australia. It handles more than $4 billion USD in premium on behalf of numerous insurance carriers, through a large network of more than 20,000 active insurance agents and brokers. With deep, specialized underwriting expertise, the company delivers a wide range of insurance solutions – from specialty property and casualty and professional liability insurance to group and retiree benefits. Victor is committed to building on 65-plus years of experience to develop products and services that address the complex needs of its customers. For more information, visit www.victorinsurance.com.

Marsh is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Applications will only be considered from candidates who have the appropriate approval to work in Australia. Successful applicants will be required to complete a Criminal & Bankruptcy check prior to commencing of employment.

Marsh is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.

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