The opportunity

This position is responsible for driving sales and recruiting high caliber candidates to ensure key targets and objectives are delivered based in Mandalay. 

Responsibilities

Establish sales and referral networks with local businesses in order to maximize value from connections

Lead and motivate talents for the development and startup of the agency district

Ensuring effective motivational measures and programs to achieve objectives

Implement sales training and orientation program to educate new hires as our operation grows

Assess the business landscape and institute changes to the Sales & Promotion program

Develop and ensure the execution of business plans which meet short- and long-term business objectives

Manage and monitor the performance of team members to ensure continuous and sustainable growth

Actively contribute to the overall management of the Agency Distribution area; provide input to and develop recommendations to the distribution strategy

Manage and execute projects that have impact on the entire agency's Operations

What motivates you?

You obsess about customers, listen, engage and act for their benefit.

You think big, with curiosity to discover ways to use your agile approach and enable business outcomes.

You thrive in teams and enjoy getting things done together.

You take ownership and build solutions, focusing on what matters.

You do what is right, work with integrity and speak up.

You share your humanity, helping us build a diverse and inclusive work environment for everyone.

What we are looking for

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience

Minimum 8 years working experience preferably in finance or other service industry

Minimum 3 years’ experience at supervisory level

Experience in sales management, promotion, training & development; or other successful senior management experiences

Demonstrated experience in strategic implementation of distribution strategies would be an advantage

Demonstrated continuous growth and winning record in career.
Skills & Abilities

Good understanding of business diversity

Proven ability to prospect, drive the sales process from plan to close

Basic understanding of insurance product features and design

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Leadership and management competency

Strategic mindset, vision, and persistence. Being able to think beyond the status quo.

Good presentation and motivational skills

Persuasive and able to convey ideas, plus negotiation and influencing skills

Able to handle conflicts and be self-motivated in difficult situations

Tech-Savvy and advocates of digital tools

Exceptional command in English and Burmese, both verbal and written

What can we offer you?

A competitive salary and benefits packages.

A growth trajectory that extends upward and outward, encouraging you to follow your passions and learn new skills.

A focus on growing your career path with us.

Flexible work policies and strong work-life balance.

Professional development and leadership opportunities.

Our commitment to you

Values-first culture
We lead with our Values every day and bring them to life together.

Boundless opportunity
We create opportunities to learn and grow at every stage of your career.

Continuous innovation
We invite you to help redefine the future of financial services.

Delivering the promise of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We foster an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives.

Championing Corporate Citizenship
We build a business that benefits all stakeholders and has a positive social and environmental impact.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact recruitment@manulife.com.

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