Regional Manager - South

We’re building something meaningful in Life & Pensions — and you could be part of it. Thanks to our recent growth and success, we’re hiring across the Life & Pensions Sales Division. If you’re driven by purpose, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to help customers make confident choices about their future, we’d love to hear from you.  

As our new Regional Sales Manager, you’ll lead a high-performing team, build strong broker partnerships, and drive strategic growth across your region. This is a role for someone who thrives on results, leads with vision, and knows how to turn strategy into action. 

Duties & Responsibilities 

• Shape and deliver regional sales strategies that exceed revenue targets and grow market share. 

• Build and strengthen long-term broker relationships—supporting them to succeed and grow with us. 

• Lead a team of account managers and sales support staff—setting clear goals, coaching for success, and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. 

• Partner with the Sales Director to drive strategic initiatives that improve customer experience and operational efficiency. 

• Stay ahead of industry trends and regulatory changes—adapting plans to keep us competitive and compliant. 

Skills & Experiences 

• Strong background in sales or sales leadership within life assurance or financial services. 

• Deep understanding of broker distribution and the Irish market landscape. 

• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic plans that deliver results. 

• Inspirational leadership and people management skills. 

• Excellent communication, analytical, and relationship-building abilities. 

What will you get for this role? 

• A competitive market leading salary depending on skills, experience, and qualifications 

• Generous pension (employee contribution matching of up to 14% if you contribute 8%) 

• Annual performance related bonus and pay review 

• Holiday allowance of 29 days plus bank holidays, and the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days 

• Free car parking 

• Generous Health & dental insurance contributions after six months 

• Aviva Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn scheme and Approved Profit Share Scheme 

• Cycle to Work benefit scheme 

• TaxSaver Travel Scheme 

• Family friendly parent’s (matching paternity and maternity leave) and carer’s leave. 

• Up to 40% discount for some Aviva products plus discounts for Friends and Family 

• Employee Assistance Programme 

• Volunteering days 

• Professional qualification support and transparent career progression plans 

Aviva is for Everyone 

Our diversity and inclusion policies and initiatives are shaping an environment where everyone feels welcome regardless of age, disability, race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, culture, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, maternity or those with other caring responsibilities. Our approach helps to ensure that Aviva is a place which values difference and provides equal opportunities for all. 

We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working – spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues. 

We prefer all applications to be submitted online, however if you require an alternative method of applying, please contact Saidhbh.goonan1@aviva.com