Sales Manager

Company Description Axis Max Life Insurance Limited, formerly known as Max Life Insurance Company Limited, is a joint venture between Max Financial Services Limited (part of the Max Group) and Axis Bank Limited. The company offers comprehensive protection and long-term savings life insurance solutions through a 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 maintains a strong and stable market presence. Its operations, built over nearly two decades, are driven by a need-based sales process, customer-centric engagement, and highly trained human capital. More information and customer support are available through the company website, helpline, and online contact portal.
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Sales Manager role based in Bengaluru. The Sales Manager will lead a sales team to achieve life insurance sales targets, drive growth in protection and savings products, and ensure consistent performance across assigned channels. Responsibilities include planning and executing sales strategies, managing agency and partner relationships, monitoring sales metrics, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards. The role involves coaching and developing team members through regular training, performance reviews, and field support, while promoting a customer-centric, need-based sales approach. The Sales Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams such as marketing, operations, and customer service to improve processes and enhance the overall customer experience.
Qualifications
Proven experience in sales management, preferably in life insurance or financial services, with a track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
Strong team leadership and people management skills, including coaching, performance monitoring, and motivating diverse sales teams.
Solid understanding of life insurance products, need-based selling, and multichannel distribution (agency and third-party partners).
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building abilities with internal stakeholders and external partners.
Ability to analyze sales data, prepare reports, and use insights to refine sales strategies and improve productivity.
Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements in the insurance sector and adherence to ethical sales practices.
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, marketing, or a related field; a postgraduate qualification or relevant certifications in insurance or sales management are an advantage.
Comfort working in a fast-paced, target-driven environment and adapting to evolving business priorities and market conditions.

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