Opening for Sales Manager in Sbi Life Insurance

Company Description SBI Life Insurance Co. Ltd., one of India’s most trusted life insurance companies, has been serving millions of families since its incorporation in 2000. The company offers a diverse range of Protection, Pension, Savings, and Health solutions for both individual and group customers. With an extensive nationwide presence, SBI Life operates through over a thousand offices, thousands of employees, and a large network of agents, corporate partners, and distributors. SBI Life emphasizes a customer-first approach, ethical service standards, efficient operations, and hassle-free claim settlement, while continually enhancing digital experiences. The company is also committed to a healthy, flexible work environment and strong corporate social responsibility, contributing significantly to education, healthcare, disaster relief, and environmental initiatives.
Role Description This is a full-time, hybrid Opening for Sales Manager in Sbi Life Insurance role based in Kolkata, with a mix of on-site work and some work-from-home flexibility. The Sales Manager will be responsible for achieving sales targets, expanding the customer base, and promoting SBI Life’s insurance products through direct and channel-based sales activities. Day-to-day tasks include identifying and onboarding new customers, nurturing existing relationships, guiding customers on suitable insurance solutions, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. The role involves managing and motivating sales teams or agents, monitoring performance, preparing reports, and implementing sales strategies aligned with company objectives. The Sales Manager will collaborate with internal stakeholders, participate in local marketing initiatives, and maintain compliance with regulatory and company policies in all sales activities.
Qualifications
Strong sales, business development, and customer relationship management skills, with the ability to meet and exceed targets.
Experience in insurance or financial services sales, especially life insurance, bancassurance, or agency channels, is highly beneficial.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to explain financial products clearly and confidently.
Proficiency in using digital tools, CRM systems, and basic office software to manage leads, track performance, and prepare reports.
Ability to lead, coach, and motivate sales teams or agents, with sound people management and mentoring capabilities.
Strong analytical and planning skills to interpret sales data, identify opportunities, and implement effective local sales strategies.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or a related field; relevant professional certifications in insurance or financial services are an advantage.
Comfort working in a hybrid setup in Kolkata, with flexibility to travel locally for customer meetings, branch visits, and field activities.

Work arrangement
Hybrid