Sector Head (Travel & Leisure Ecosystem)

Sector Head (Travel & Leisure Ecosystem) – LOLC Holdings PLC

Job Overview

Job Title: Sector Head – Travel & Leisure Ecosystem

Company: LOLC General Insurance PLC – LOLC Holdings PLC Group

Job Location: Colombo District, Sri Lanka

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Category: Management, Banking & Insurance, Sales & Marketing, Private Jobs

Industry: Insurance, Travel and Tourism, Business Development

Position Details

LOLC General Insurance is seeking an experienced and commercially driven professional for the position of Sector Head – Travel & Leisure Ecosystem. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving insurance business growth within the travel and leisure industry by leveraging strong industry relationships, identifying new business opportunities, and developing tailored insurance solutions.

This role is suitable for a professional with substantial experience in the travel industry, a strong network of industry contacts, and the ability to build strategic partnerships that support business expansion.

Organization Overview

LOLC General Insurance is part of the LOLC Group, a diversified business group with operations across multiple sectors. The company provides general insurance solutions to individuals and businesses, supporting customers through a range of insurance products and services.

The organization focuses on developing customer-oriented insurance solutions and expanding its business through partnerships, market opportunities, and industry-specific strategies.

Qualifications & Experience

• Strong professional experience in the travel and tourism industry.
• Established relationships and networks within the travel and leisure ecosystem.
• Demonstrated experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or commercial management.
• Experience identifying market opportunities and developing strategies to increase business growth.
• Previous exposure to the insurance industry or financial services will be an advantage.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with corporate clients, travel agencies, tourism operators, and other industry stakeholders.
• Relevant academic or professional qualifications in Business Management, Marketing, Tourism, Insurance, or a related field would be beneficial.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead business development initiatives targeting the travel and leisure ecosystem.
• Identify and establish strategic partnerships with travel agencies, tour operators, hospitality providers, and other relevant businesses.
• Drive insurance business growth by developing new distribution channels and expanding existing partnerships.
• Develop tailored insurance solutions to address the needs of travel and leisure industry stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key industry partners and corporate clients.
• Identify emerging market trends and new business opportunities within the travel and tourism sector.
• Collaborate with internal teams to design and implement sector-specific business strategies.
• Develop plans to increase market penetration, customer acquisition, and revenue generation.
• Monitor business performance and work towards achieving agreed commercial objectives.
• Strengthen the company’s presence in the travel and leisure insurance market.

Required Skills

• Strategic business development and commercial planning.
• Strong networking and relationship management skills.
• Knowledge of the travel, tourism, and leisure industry.
• Partnership development and stakeholder engagement.
• Market analysis and opportunity identification.
• Negotiation, presentation, and communication skills.
• Leadership and team collaboration.
• Ability to develop customized business solutions.
• Results-oriented approach with a focus on sustainable business growth.
• Understanding of insurance products and distribution channels will be an advantage.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package based on qualifications and experience.
• Opportunity to lead business development initiatives in the travel and leisure sector.
• Exposure to strategic partnerships and corporate business development.
• Professional growth opportunities within the insurance and financial services industry.

Specific salary details and additional employee benefits have not been disclosed in the vacancy advertisement.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their updated CV to the recruitment team at the following email address:

Email: careers@lolcgeneral.com

Applicants should highlight their relevant experience in the travel and leisure industry, established professional networks, business development achievements, and experience in strategic partnership management.

Important Notes

• This vacancy is intended for an experienced professional with strong travel industry knowledge and established industry connections.
• The primary focus of the role is to drive insurance business growth within the travel and leisure ecosystem.
• Experience in developing strategic partnerships and customized business solutions will be beneficial.
• Candidates should demonstrate the ability to identify new business opportunities and build long-term commercial relationships.
• Applicants should ensure their CV clearly outlines relevant experience, qualifications, and business development achievements.
• The application deadline and specific salary package have not been stated in the supplied vacancy advertisement.