Business Unit Manager

Company Description Heirs Insurance Group is a growing family of insurance companies committed to providing more than traditional insurance products. The Group includes Heirs General, Heirs Life, and Heirs Insurance Brokers, offering a broad range of general, life, and brokerage services. The organization focuses on accessible, customer-centric solutions that meet diverse protection and financial needs. Team members join a collaborative environment that values innovation, integrity, and long-term relationships with clients and partners. Role Description The Business Unit Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Lagos, responsible for overseeing the performance and operations of a specific business unit within Heirs Insurance Group. This role includes setting and executing business plans, managing budgets, and tracking key performance indicators to achieve growth and profitability targets. The Business Unit Manager will lead and develop a team, coordinate cross-functional activities, and ensure high-quality service delivery to clients and partners. Daily activities involve analyzing market trends, optimizing processes, preparing reports for senior leadership, and ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements. The role also requires close collaboration with sales, marketing, underwriting, and operations teams to drive business development and enhance customer satisfaction. Qualifications

• Strong business management skills, including strategic planning, budgeting, and performance monitoring.
• Experience leading and developing teams, with the ability to coach, motivate, and manage performance effectively.
• Proficiency in data analysis, reporting, and use of business productivity tools (e.g., spreadsheets, presentation software, CRM systems).
• Knowledge of insurance or financial services operations, products, and regulatory requirements is highly beneficial.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Proven ability to drive process improvement, manage multiple priorities, and make sound, data-informed decisions.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field; a master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., ACII, CIPM, PMP) is an advantage.
• Demonstrated experience in a similar leadership role, preferably within an insurance or financial services organization.

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