Sales Manager

Company Description Axis Max Life Insurance Limited, formerly Max Life Insurance Company Limited, is a joint venture between Max Financial Services Limited of the Max Group and Axis Bank Limited. The company offers comprehensive protection and long-term savings life insurance solutions through a robust multichannel distribution network, including agency and third-party partners. With an individual death claims paid ratio of 99.8% for FY25–26 and assets under management of Rs. 200,000 crore as of March 31, 2026, Axis Max Life has established itself as a trusted and financially strong insurer. Its customer-centric approach, need-based sales process, and focus on trained human capital have been built over nearly two decades. More information on products, services, and customer support is available on the company website and dedicated service channels.
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Sales Manager role based in Bengaluru. The Sales Manager will lead and develop a sales team, set sales targets, and monitor performance to achieve business goals for life insurance products. Responsibilities include planning and executing sales strategies, driving need-based solutions for customers, and ensuring compliance with company processes and regulatory requirements. The role involves building and maintaining strong relationships with customers, agency partners, and distribution stakeholders, conducting regular sales reviews, and providing coaching and training to team members. The Sales Manager will collaborate with internal cross-functional teams to support campaigns, improve customer experience, and contribute to regional growth.
Qualifications
Proven experience in sales management, preferably in life insurance or financial services, with a strong track record of achieving targets.
Skills in team leadership, performance management, and mentoring to develop high-performing sales teams.
Strong customer relationship management, negotiation, and consultative selling abilities.
Capability in sales planning, forecasting, and data-driven decision-making.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions and engage diverse stakeholders.
Solid understanding of insurance products, regulatory norms, and need-based sales practices (candidates with IRDAI license or prior insurance experience preferred).
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, marketing, or a related field; a postgraduate qualification (MBA or equivalent) is an advantage.
Comfort with using CRM tools, MS Office, and digital platforms for reporting and customer engagement.
Ability to work on-site in Bengaluru and adapt to a dynamic, goal-oriented environment.

Work arrangement
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