Regional Sales Head - Credit Life

Date: Jan 23, 2026

Location: New Delhi, DL, IN

Company: maxlifeins

Accountable for Group credit life business for Delhi, NCR asset side. Maintain FP, VP, Business drive and counter share. Good relations with Banca team and YBL stake holders. 

 

 

Function Summary

Introduction:  Group Credit Life insurance is a specialized product offered by life insurance companies designed to cover the outstanding loan amount in case the borrower passes away during the loan tenure. This insurance is typically purchased by financial institutions like banks to protect their loan portfolios and reduce credit risk.

Job Summary

Incumbent is responsible for managing and driving the Group Credit Life insurance business across a defined region. This role focuses on achieving business targets through leadership of sales teams, strategic client relationship management, and ensuring high standards of operational excellence and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Business Development & Sales Management:
    • Drive sales growth and achieve revenue targets for Group Credit Life insurance in the assigned region.
    • Develop and execute regional sales plans aligned with company objectives.
    • Identify and build relationships with key clients such as banks and financial institutions.
    • Lead negotiations and finalization of group insurance contracts and renewals.
  • Team Leadership & Development:
    • Manage, mentor, and motivate a team of sales managers, field officers, and support staff.
    • Conduct regular training, performance appraisals, and coaching to enhance team capabilities.
    • Build a high-performance culture focused on results, ethics, and customer service.
  • Client Relationship & Stakeholder Management:
    • Maintain strong relationships with existing clients and develop new partnerships to expand business.
    • Address client concerns and coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth policy issuance and claims processing.
    • Represent the company at industry forums, client meetings, and business events.
  • Operational Excellence & Compliance:
    • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies related to Group Credit Life insurance.
    • Oversee the timely and accurate onboarding of new group credit life schemes in the region.
    • Monitor premium collections and support claims processing to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Reporting & Analysis:
    • Prepare and present regular reports on business performance, sales forecasts, and market intelligence to senior management.
    • Analyze regional sales data and market trends to identify growth opportunities and address challenges.
  • Cross-Functional Coordination:
    • Collaborate with underwriting, claims, finance, and marketing teams to enhance product offerings and service delivery.
    • Support product development by providing market feedback and client insights.

 

Key skills required

  • Customer/Partner Focus
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Adaptability & Stress Management
  • Technical Proficiency
  • Change Management
  • Leadership & Team Management
  • Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen
  • Industry Knowledge
  • Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

 

 

 

 

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Insurance, or related field; MBA preferred.
  • 5-8 years of experience in life insurance, with specific exposure to Group Credit Life insurance.
  • Proven track record of managing sales teams and achieving regional business targets.
  • Strong knowledge of credit life insurance products, regulatory environment, and financial sector partnerships.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to analyze data and make strategic business decisions.
  • Proficient in MS Office and CRM/insurance software tools.
  • Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned region.

  

 

Accountable for Group credit life business for Delhi, NCR asset side. Maintain FP, VP, Business drive and counter share. Good relations with Banca team and YBL stake holders. 

 

 

Function Summary

Introduction:  Group Credit Life insurance is a specialized product offered by life insurance companies designed to cover the outstanding loan amount in case the borrower passes away during the loan tenure. This insurance is typically purchased by financial institutions like banks to protect their loan portfolios and reduce credit risk.

Job Summary

Incumbent is responsible for managing and driving the Group Credit Life insurance business across a defined region. This role focuses on achieving business targets through leadership of sales teams, strategic client relationship management, and ensuring high standards of operational excellence and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Business Development & Sales Management:
    • Drive sales growth and achieve revenue targets for Group Credit Life insurance in the assigned region.
    • Develop and execute regional sales plans aligned with company objectives.
    • Identify and build relationships with key clients such as banks and financial institutions.
    • Lead negotiations and finalization of group insurance contracts and renewals.
  • Team Leadership & Development:
    • Manage, mentor, and motivate a team of sales managers, field officers, and support staff.
    • Conduct regular training, performance appraisals, and coaching to enhance team capabilities.
    • Build a high-performance culture focused on results, ethics, and customer service.
  • Client Relationship & Stakeholder Management:
    • Maintain strong relationships with existing clients and develop new partnerships to expand business.
    • Address client concerns and coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth policy issuance and claims processing.
    • Represent the company at industry forums, client meetings, and business events.
  • Operational Excellence & Compliance:
    • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies related to Group Credit Life insurance.
    • Oversee the timely and accurate onboarding of new group credit life schemes in the region.
    • Monitor premium collections and support claims processing to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • Reporting & Analysis:
    • Prepare and present regular reports on business performance, sales forecasts, and market intelligence to senior management.
    • Analyze regional sales data and market trends to identify growth opportunities and address challenges.
  • Cross-Functional Coordination:
    • Collaborate with underwriting, claims, finance, and marketing teams to enhance product offerings and service delivery.
    • Support product development by providing market feedback and client insights.

 

Key skills required

  • Customer/Partner Focus
  • Negotiation Skills
  • Adaptability & Stress Management
  • Technical Proficiency
  • Change Management
  • Leadership & Team Management
  • Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen
  • Industry Knowledge
  • Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

 

 

 

 

Qualifications & Skills:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Insurance, or related field; MBA preferred.
  • 5-8 years of experience in life insurance, with specific exposure to Group Credit Life insurance.
  • Proven track record of managing sales teams and achieving regional business targets.
  • Strong knowledge of credit life insurance products, regulatory environment, and financial sector partnerships.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to analyze data and make strategic business decisions.
  • Proficient in MS Office and CRM/insurance software tools.
  • Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned region.