Sales Executive

Company Description Vanguard Life Assurance Company Limited is Ghana’s first private indigenous life insurance company, focused on delivering innovative and affordable life insurance solutions for individuals, families, and businesses. The company has built a strong reputation for financial security, customer-centered service, and support for long-term financial peace of mind. Its product portfolio includes individual and group life assurance, education and funeral plans, mortgage protection, and savings and investment-linked solutions tailored to diverse client needs. Vanguard Life leverages innovation, professional expertise, and an extensive sales network to deliver responsive service across Ghana. The company’s mission is to provide reliable life insurance and financial solutions that empower people to live confidently today while preparing for tomorrow.
Role Description The Sales Executive role is a full-time, on-site position based in Accra. The Sales Executive will identify and engage prospective clients, present Vanguard Life’s insurance and financial products, and provide needs-based recommendations that align with client goals. Daily activities include generating and qualifying leads, scheduling and attending client meetings, delivering product presentations, and following up to close sales and maintain relationships. The role also involves preparing accurate proposals and documentation, supporting clients through the onboarding process, and ensuring timely policy renewals. The Sales Executive will collaborate with the wider sales and customer service teams to achieve individual and team sales targets, uphold regulatory and company compliance standards, and contribute to market feedback and sales reporting.
Qualifications

• Strong sales, negotiation, and persuasion skills, with the ability to identify opportunities and close deals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging diverse clients and building long-term relationships.
• Customer service and relationship management abilities, including active listening and responsive follow-up.
• Basic financial literacy and ability to explain life insurance, protection, and savings concepts clearly.
• Organizational and time management skills to handle multiple prospects, meetings, and administrative tasks.
• Comfort with using common digital tools (email, CRM or sales tracking systems, and Microsoft Office applications).
• Prior experience in sales, banking, insurance, or financial services is an advantage.
• Minimum of a diploma or bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or a related field is preferred.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and able to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Willingness to learn about Vanguard Life’s products, industry regulations, and ethical selling practices.

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