TRAFFIC Gauteng

Account Executive (Medical Insurance) (JB5975)

Kontak Recruitment

Job Description

Account Executive (Medical Insurance) (JB5975)

Sandton, Gauteng R.00 to R.00 Annually + Commission CTC Permanent

This role forms part of a dynamic and growth-focused medical insurance environment, where client retention and relationship management are central to success. The position is responsible for managing an existing portfolio of corporate and individual clients, ensuring high levels of satisfaction, retention, and ongoing value delivery. The role requires a strong understanding of medical insurance products and processes, with a focus on renewals, client engagement, and identifying opportunities to expand services through cross-selling and upselling initiatives.

Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Healthcare Management, or related field
  • RE5 Qualification
  • 6 -10 years' experience within insurance, preferably medical/health insurance
  • Strong client relationship management and communication skills
  • Solid understanding of medical insurance products, underwriting, and claims processes
  • Proven ability to meet retention and revenue targets
  • Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office
Duties and Responsibilities
  • Manage a portfolio of corporate and/or individual medical insurance clients
  • Act as the primary point of contact for client queries, renewals, and service-related matters
  • Ensure high client retention through proactive engagement and relationship management
  • Conduct regular client reviews to identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities
  • Coordinate with internal teams (underwriting, claims, customer service) to resolve client issues efficiently
  • Prepare and present renewal proposals and policy reviews
  • Monitor market trends and competitor offerings to provide informed advice to clients
  • Maintain accurate client records and reporting on CRM systems

Please do not apply using scanned CVs; no supporting documentation is required at this point, this will be requested later.

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About This Role

Career insights for Accountants and Auditors positions

Salary Benchmark
R38,485/month
R27,932 to R54,299/month
Source: WageIndicator ZAR data
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years and will have large numbers of openings.
Key Skills for This Role
Reading Comprehension Active Listening Critical Thinking Speaking Judgment and Decision Making
Common Technologies
Intuit QuickBooks Sage 50 Accounting SAP Concur Google Docs Microsoft OneNote Microsoft Word Delphi Technology Oracle E-Business Suite Financials

Job Overview

Date Posted
28 Mar 2026
Location
Gauteng, South Africa

Accountants and Auditors Insights

Median Salary (ZAR)
R38,485/month
Job Outlook
This career will grow rapidly in the next few years and will have large numbers of openings.

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