Head of Alternative Distribution

Job Description

Requirements

• Namibian citizenship
• Honours Degree (NQF Level 7) or equivalent related qualification
• 5-10 years of management experience within the Financial Services industry
• Demonstrated success in leading and growing multi-channel distribution networks
• Strong competence in regulatory reporting, governance frameworks, and strategic sales leadership
• Experience in sales management is a distinct advantage
• Solid product and technical knowledge within financial services is advantageous
• High level of computer literacy
• Proven ability to align performance for success
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive and collaborative working relationships

Responsibilities

• Translate the function's strategy into clear operational plans and motivate teams to deliver on business objectives
• Design and present tailored product and service solutions, negotiating terms within approved commercial parameters
• Represent the organization at industry events to strengthen market presence and gather market insights
• Lead and manage a diverse team by setting clear objectives, monitoring performance, and providing guidance
• Drive internal collaboration through coordinated marketing and relationship-building efforts across departments
• Manage and grow important customer accounts including mid-tier and multinational clients
• Develop and manage plans for potential customer relationships to drive business development
• Identify team development needs and drive capability building through coaching and training
• Build and manage strong relationships with key customers, ensuring effective communication, issue resolution, and retention
• Oversee an operational area and ensure efficient delivery of business initiatives in collaboration with senior leadership