Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Awards
Timeline
Generic
Sandeep Nair M.

Sandeep Nair M.

Bengaluru

Summary

Dynamic Senior Vice President at Lockton Insurance Brokers, adept at contract negotiation and client relationship management. Proven track record in driving revenue growth and enhancing client satisfaction through strategic analysis and tailored insurance solutions. Recognized for leadership in high-stakes negotiations, unlocking new business opportunities and fostering long-term partnerships.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Vice President- People Solutions

Lockton Insurance Brokers (India) Private Limited
Bengaluru
10.2024 - Current
  • Spearheaded revenue generation and client retention strategies, driving sustained growth.
  • Strengthened insurer and corporate client partnerships to foster long-term collaboration.
  • Led high-stakes negotiations, unlocking new business opportunities to boost profitability.
  • Managed diverse client portfolio, delivering tailored insurance solutions based on individual risk profiles.
  • Performed risk assessments and guided clients toward optimal insurance coverage.
  • Negotiated favorable terms with carriers, securing cost-effective policies for clients.
  • Conducted market analysis to identify emerging trends and uncover growth opportunities.

Vice President- Health & Benefits (South)

Howden Insurance Brokers (India) Private Limited
Bengaluru
09.2023 - 09.2024
  • Managed diverse client portfolio, delivering customized insurance solutions tailored to individual risk profiles.
  • Performed comprehensive risk assessments to guide clients toward optimal coverage options.
  • Negotiated favorable terms with carriers, securing cost-effective policies for clients.
  • Cultivated key client relationships, resulting in high satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Conducted market analysis to identify emerging trends and growth opportunities.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to execute effective marketing strategies.
  • Led training sessions to enhance knowledge and professional skills across the team.

Assistant Vice President- Partnerships

Medi Assist Insurance TPA Private Limited
Bengaluru
04.2021 - 09.2023
  • Spearheaded revenue generation and client retention strategies, driving sustained growth.
  • Strengthened and managed insurer and corporate client partnerships, fostering long-term collaboration.
  • Leveraged deep industry expertise to inform strategic decisions, and enhance service offerings.
  • Led high-stakes negotiations, unlocking new business opportunities, and boosting profitability.
  • Enhanced customer experience through continuous process improvements.

Assistant Vice President

HDFC ERGO General Insurance
Chennai
08.2019 - 01.2021
  • Led HDFC Bank partnership in Tamil Nadu and South Kerala, fostering strategic relationships and alignment.
  • Achieved key milestones in client satisfaction and business growth through effective relationship management.
  • Guided HDFC ERGO Relationship Managers to enhance knowledge of insurance products and solutions.
  • Developed and delivered targeted training programs for HDFC Bank staff, improving product expertise and customer service.
  • Promoted from Senior Manager to Assistant Vice President, broadening experience in managing multiple locations in Kerala.

Area Sales Manager - Corporate Broking & Direct

SBI General Insurance
Chennai
11.2018 - 08.2019
  • Oversaw operations through direct channels and broker networks in key Tamil Nadu markets, including Chennai and Coimbatore.
  • Led a team of 7 Relationship Managers to deliver comprehensive commercial insurance solutions.
  • Drove sales growth and enhanced market penetration via direct engagement and broker partnerships.
  • Developed and executed tailored strategies for regional channel alignment.

Senior Manager and Branch Head

Medi Assist Insurance TPA Private Limited
Chennai
09.2014 - 11.2018
  • Supervised end-to-end branch operations, enhancing operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
  • Managed profit and loss by executing strategic financial plans to achieve business goals.
  • Cultivated partnerships with public and private insurers, brokers, and corporate clients to expand networks.
  • Promoted from Manager and Branch Head (Coimbatore) to Senior Manager and Branch Head (Chennai), overseeing large branch P&L.

Deputy Manager - Retail Assets

HDFC Bank
Cochin
06.2010 - 09.2013
  • Oversaw passenger vehicle loan portfolio, securing growth in book value within assigned territory.
  • Facilitated strategic expansion into rural markets, optimizing the Bank’s dealer network effectiveness.
  • Managed a team of 15 to 20 Sales Officers, enhancing their development and performance outcomes.
  • Crafted and implemented sales strategies for urban and rural sectors, boosting loan disbursement rates.
  • Evaluated performance metrics and sales analytics for continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Maintained strict compliance with regulatory requirements, ensuring high-quality portfolio standards.
  • Generated detailed reports on loan portfolio status and sales performance for senior leadership.
  • Established strong client relationships through personalized insights and adaptive policy solutions.

Trade Credit Insurance Specialist

Euler Hermes
Chennai
01.2008 - 03.2009
  • Designed customized insurance policies tailored to client business models and risk appetites.
  • Assessed creditworthiness through a detailed analysis of buyers' financial health and payment histories.
  • Provided ongoing risk intelligence by monitoring market trends and sector-specific exposures.
  • Fostered strong client relationships through in-depth business insights, and policy customization.
  • Strategized underwriting with flexible policy options, including non-cancelable limits and key account coverage.

Unit Sales Manager

ICICI Lombard
Coimbatore
09.2005 - 11.2006
  • Spearheaded bancassurance initiatives, driving insurance product sales through strategic partnerships.
  • Delivered targeted training to bank staff, enhancing product knowledge, and sales performance.
  • Executed marketing strategies to promote Bancassurance offerings, increasing customer engagement and awareness.

Education

Certificate Program In Business Analytics - Business Analytics

MANIPAL GLOBAL EDUCATIONSERVICES PVT. LTD.
01-2015

Master of Business Administration - Marketing and Merchant Banking & Financial Services (Dual)

SRI KRISHNA COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY, Anna University
Coimbatore
06-2005

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

DR.G.R.DAMODARAN COLLEGE OF SCIENCE, Bharathiar University
Coimbatore
04-2003

HSC - Math and Commerce

DAV Public School
BHUBANESWAR
05-2000

SSLC -

ST. JOSEPH'S HIGH SCHOOL
BHUBANESWAR
03-1998

Skills

  • Insurance portfolio optimization
  • Contract negotiation and management
  • Team leadership and collaboration
  • Strategic analysis
  • Risk assessment and insurance products
  • Client relationship management
  • Regulatory compliance knowledge
  • Strategic skills and strategies
  • Fundamentals of strategic management
  • Leadership development and team building

Awards

  • Best Performer of the Month (Auto Loans)
  • Star team of the year FY 21-22 (Retail PSU-South Zone)
  • Star performer of the Month - Insurance Cross-Sell

Timeline

Senior Vice President- People Solutions

Lockton Insurance Brokers (India) Private Limited
10.2024 - Current

Vice President- Health & Benefits (South)

Howden Insurance Brokers (India) Private Limited
09.2023 - 09.2024

Assistant Vice President- Partnerships

Medi Assist Insurance TPA Private Limited
04.2021 - 09.2023

Assistant Vice President

HDFC ERGO General Insurance
08.2019 - 01.2021

Area Sales Manager - Corporate Broking & Direct

SBI General Insurance
11.2018 - 08.2019

Senior Manager and Branch Head

Medi Assist Insurance TPA Private Limited
09.2014 - 11.2018

Deputy Manager - Retail Assets

HDFC Bank
06.2010 - 09.2013

Trade Credit Insurance Specialist

Euler Hermes
01.2008 - 03.2009

Unit Sales Manager

ICICI Lombard
09.2005 - 11.2006

Certificate Program In Business Analytics - Business Analytics

MANIPAL GLOBAL EDUCATIONSERVICES PVT. LTD.

Master of Business Administration - Marketing and Merchant Banking & Financial Services (Dual)

SRI KRISHNA COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY, Anna University

Bachelor of Science - Computer Science

DR.G.R.DAMODARAN COLLEGE OF SCIENCE, Bharathiar University

HSC - Math and Commerce

DAV Public School

SSLC -

ST. JOSEPH'S HIGH SCHOOL
Sandeep Nair M.