AddressAbout the business
“With 60 years of experience in the Australian insurance industry, Ansvar has become a leading specialist provider of insurance and risk management solutions for the Care Services, Community Services (Not For Profits), Learning and Education Services, Faith Communities, Arts, Culture and Heritage and Commercial Property Owner sectors in Australia.
Many of our dedicated employees and those who choose to join us do so because we genuinely wish to make a difference in the world. For over 25 years now Ansvar has donated millions in grant funding by contributing 10% of our profits to support disadvantaged Australian youths in need.
We are also proudly part of the Benefact Group – a charity-owned, international family of financial services companies that exist to donate all available profits to good causes. Built on the idea that better business can better lives, it is our mission to grow to give and give back even more to support the local communities we serve.
Ansvar strives to be an employer of choice and recognises all of our employees are a valuable asset which is why we believe it's essential to attract, empower, grow and reward talented people.
About the role
The State Manager - NSW is a critical role within the Organisation .
The State Manager is responsible for leading the performance of Ansvar NSW operations and distribution team to achieve the Company strategic objectives and vision.
Reporting to the Chief Commercial Officer and based within the Sydney CBD office, key responsibilities will include:
- Grow profitable, sustainable business by building and maintaining productive business relationships with, and delivering outstanding customer service to, Ansvar’s distribution partners and customers
- Lead, coach and support direct reports and reporting functions to embrace Ansvar’s values and to effectively carry out their roles
- Effectively communicate and oversee the implementation of Company strategy and policies to all reporting functions
- Develop business plans to deliver on annual financial and strategic targets
- Contribute to the alignment of risk and compliance management practises to Ansvar’s strategic objectives by sitting in the first line of defence
About You
You will have strong commercial negotiation, influencing and stakeholder management skills
You will possess a modern and progressive approach to business practices, coupled with the ability to identify and develop practical strategies for your state's operations to implement and secure new business opportunities that fit within our risk appetite.
You can demonstrate the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
You will be an experienced leader with proven ability to coach, develop your team to achieve agreed targets / KPIs
You will have 10 years underwriting experience working in the general insurance industry, with a minimum of 3+ years’ experience working within a senior sales leadership position.
What we can offer you
- You will gain extensive exposure to the general insurance industry and work for a Company that is committed to providing its employees with a professional, supportive environment and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.
- In addition Ansvar offers a Hybrid Working’ model which allows a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance.
- We offer a range of employee benefits that focus on Community
