Business Development Officer

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Job DescriptionThe successful candidate will be responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities, strengthening client relationships, and supporting the achievement of the organization’s growth and revenue objectives. The individual will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to develop and implement effective business development strategies, while ensuring that all activities are conducted in compliance with relevant laws, regulations, internal policies, and industry standards.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProspect and secure new business for Old Mutual and acting on leads and taking initiative.Maintain and grow portfolio entrusted to me.Liaise with the Malawi Revenue Authority (Commissioner of Taxes) on contractual documents and legal issue relating to the pension business.Communicating, counselling of individual members of pension funds on retirement, withdrawal and beneficiaries/dependents on death of a member.Produce and report on work volumes and status.Production of contractual documents, rate review implementation and improvement of internal environment to achieve the best client service.Liaise with our Human Resources Department on issues relating to Labour Laws which may directly or indirectly affect the administration of Pension Schemes.Qualifications & ExperienceUniversity degree in Marketing or Accounting or Administration.Member of ACIIActuarial knowledgeMinimum of 5 years’ working experience in employee benefits administration.Required Skills and Personal AttributesHonesty and integrity.Communication skills.Team orientation.Client- centred skills.SkillsAction Planning, Client Management, Computer Literacy, Data Analysis, Database Reporting, Data Compilation, Data Interpretations, Evaluating Information, Management Reporting, Numerical Aptitude, Oral Communications, Professional Presentation, Report Review, Sales Software, Statistical Analysis TechniquesCompetenciesBuilds NetworksBusiness InsightCommunicates EffectivelyCustomer FocusDecision QualityEnsures AccountabilityManages ComplexityPlans and AlignsEducationBachelor Of Business Management: Marketing And Business ManagementClosing Date15 October 2026 , 23:59Application link: https://oldmutual.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/Old_Mutual_Careers/job/Blantyre/Business-Development-Officer_JR-84332