Associate Agency Development Manager

Company Description Axis Max Life Insurance Limited, formerly Max Life Insurance Company Limited, is a joint venture between Max Financial Services Limited, part of the diversified Max Group, and Axis Bank Limited. The company is a leading provider of comprehensive protection and long-term savings life insurance solutions, delivered through agency channels and third-party distribution partners. It has a strong track record of reliability, with an individual death claims paid ratio of 99.8% based on audited financials for FY25-26. Over nearly two decades, Axis Max Life Insurance Limited has built its operations on a need-based sales process, customer-centric engagement and service, and well-trained human capital. As of March 31, 2026, the company manages Rs. 200,000 crore in assets under management and has a sum assured in force of Rs. 2,191,857 crore.Role Description The Associate Agency Development Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Madurai. This position focuses on recruiting, onboarding, and developing agency partners to drive life insurance sales and expand the company’s distribution network. The role involves providing regular training and mentoring to agents, helping them understand products, sales processes, and compliance requirements, and supporting them in meeting individual and team targets. The Associate Agency Development Manager will monitor performance metrics, prepare reports, and coordinate with branch and regional teams to implement sales strategies and campaigns. The role also includes engaging with customers through agency channels, ensuring high service standards, and promoting a customer-centric sales approach.Qualifications Candidates should possess strong skills in sales, business development, and agency recruitment.Candidates should possess skills in relationship management, customer service, and stakeholder engagement.Candidates should possess skills in training, coaching, and performance management for sales teams.Candidates should possess skills in basic data analysis, reporting, and use of MS Office or similar tools.Relevant experience in insurance, financial services, or field sales is beneficial.A bachelor’s degree in any discipline is preferred; a postgraduate qualification in business or finance is an advantage.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work in a target-driven environment.Knowledge of local market dynamics in Madurai and proficiency in local language(s) along with English will be beneficial.