Britam Holdings Plc has announced several new job vacancies across Kenya and Uganda for professionals seeking opportunities in insurance, actuarial services, business development, underwriting, pensions, and marketing. The openings target both experienced professionals and individuals seeking to advance their careers within one of the leading diversified financial services groups in East Africa.
The available vacancies are based in Nairobi, Kenya, and Kampala, Uganda. These roles cut across different departments including life assurance, general insurance, bancassurance, pensions, diaspora business development, and actuarial management.
The recruitment drive presents opportunities for qualified candidates interested in joining a company operating within insurance, asset management, property, and financial services sectors. The positions offer candidates an opportunity to contribute to business growth, customer engagement, operational efficiency, and strategic leadership.
This article provides a detailed overview of all the advertised positions, including the roles and responsibilities attached to each vacancy.
List of Available Britam Jobs 2026
The following vacancies are currently open:
- Senior Business Development Officer – Diaspora
- Chief Executive Officer & Principal Officer – Britam Life Assurance Company (Kenya)
- Senior Actuarial Manager
- Business Development Officer – Bancassurance
- Underwriting Assistant
- Marketing Manager (General Insurance)
- Senior Business Development Officer Pension – Re-advertisement
1. Senior Business Development Officer – Diaspora
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Posting Date: 8 May 2026
The Senior Business Development Officer – Diaspora role focuses on driving business growth among diaspora customers by identifying opportunities, developing partnerships, and expanding the company’s customer base within diaspora markets.
The successful candidate will be expected to support the organization’s strategic growth objectives by strengthening relationships with diaspora clients and increasing uptake of insurance and financial products.
Key duties and responsibilities include:
- Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities within diaspora markets
- Developing and implementing business development strategies aimed at increasing market penetration
- Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, agents, and strategic partners
- Promoting insurance and financial solutions tailored to diaspora customers
- Coordinating customer acquisition and retention initiatives
- Supporting product awareness campaigns targeting diaspora communities
- Monitoring market trends and customer needs to identify growth opportunities
- Preparing sales reports and performance updates
- Collaborating with internal teams to ensure excellent customer service delivery
- Participating in networking events and stakeholder engagements
The role requires an individual capable of driving sales growth while maintaining strong client relationships and supporting overall business objectives.
2. Chief Executive Officer & Principal Officer – Britam Life Assurance Company (Kenya)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Posting Date: 7 May 2026
The Chief Executive Officer & Principal Officer position is a senior leadership role responsible for providing strategic direction and executive oversight for the life assurance business.
The office holder will be expected to lead the company’s operations, ensure sustainable growth, strengthen market positioning, and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
The role involves overseeing organizational strategy, financial performance, governance, stakeholder management, and operational excellence.
Key duties and responsibilities include:
- Providing strategic leadership and direction for the life assurance business
- Driving achievement of business growth, profitability, and sustainability objectives
- Overseeing implementation of corporate strategies and operational plans
- Ensuring compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements
- Leading business transformation and innovation initiatives
- Managing organizational resources to achieve operational efficiency
- Strengthening stakeholder relationships including regulators, shareholders, customers, and partners
- Providing oversight on risk management and governance frameworks
- Leading and mentoring senior management teams
- Monitoring business performance and implementing corrective measures where necessary
- Supporting product development and market expansion initiatives
- Promoting a high-performance organizational culture
- Ensuring effective financial management and accountability
- Representing the company in strategic engagements and industry forums
The role requires a highly experienced executive leader with strong strategic, operational, and financial management capabilities.
3. Senior Actuarial Manager
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Posting Date: 7 May 2026
The Senior Actuarial Manager position focuses on providing actuarial support and expertise in areas including pricing, reserving, financial analysis, risk management, and product development.
The successful candidate will support decision-making processes by delivering actuarial insights and ensuring sound financial and risk management practices.
Key duties and responsibilities include:
- Conducting actuarial valuations and financial modeling
- Supporting pricing and product development initiatives
- Managing actuarial reporting and analysis processes
- Performing reserving analysis and liability assessments
- Supporting regulatory reporting and compliance requirements
- Monitoring actuarial risks and recommending mitigation measures
- Providing actuarial insights to support strategic decision-making
- Developing and reviewing actuarial models and methodologies
- Supporting capital management and solvency analysis
- Preparing actuarial reports and presentations for management
- Collaborating with finance, underwriting, and risk management teams
- Supporting business forecasting and planning activities
- Ensuring accuracy and integrity of actuarial data and assumptions
The role is suitable for professionals experienced in actuarial science, risk analysis, and financial modeling within the insurance sector.
4. Marketing Manager (General Insurance)
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Posting Date: 7 May 2026
The Marketing Manager (General Insurance) position is responsible for developing and implementing marketing strategies aimed at strengthening brand visibility, customer engagement, and business growth within the general insurance division.
The successful candidate will oversee marketing initiatives, campaigns, brand positioning, and market penetration strategies.
Key duties and responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing marketing strategies for general insurance products
- Managing brand visibility and market positioning initiatives
- Coordinating marketing campaigns and promotional activities
- Conducting market research and competitor analysis
- Supporting customer acquisition and retention initiatives
- Collaborating with sales and business development teams
- Managing digital marketing and communication activities
- Monitoring campaign performance and preparing reports
- Supporting product launches and awareness programs
- Managing stakeholder and media engagement activities
- Overseeing marketing budgets and resource allocation
- Strengthening customer engagement and brand loyalty initiatives
- Supporting strategic partnerships and corporate communication activities
The role requires a professional capable of managing integrated marketing initiatives within a competitive insurance market environment.
5. Senior Business Development Officer Pension – Re-advertisement
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Posting Date: 5 May 2026
The Senior Business Development Officer Pension role focuses on driving growth of pension products and services through client acquisition, relationship management, and market expansion initiatives.
The successful candidate will support achievement of pension business targets and contribute to business development efforts.
Key duties and responsibilities include:
- Identifying and pursuing new pension business opportunities
- Building and maintaining relationships with corporate and individual clients
- Promoting pension products and solutions
- Supporting customer acquisition and retention initiatives
- Conducting market research and identifying emerging opportunities
- Preparing business proposals and presentations
- Coordinating client engagement activities and meetings
- Supporting achievement of sales targets and revenue growth
- Monitoring customer needs and market trends
- Preparing sales performance and pipeline reports
- Collaborating with internal teams to ensure effective service delivery
- Supporting strategic business development initiatives
The role is suitable for professionals experienced in pension business development, sales, and client relationship management.
Why These Britam Jobs May Interest Job Seekers
The latest vacancies at Britam Holdings Plc provide opportunities for professionals at different career levels, ranging from underwriting support and business development to executive leadership and actuarial management.
The openings cover diverse functional areas including:
- Insurance operations
- Marketing and communications
- Executive management
- Actuarial services
- Pension business development
- Bancassurance partnerships
- Customer relationship management
Candidates interested in financial services careers may find these opportunities valuable for career progression and professional growth within the insurance industry.
The vacancies also reflect the company’s continued focus on regional expansion and strengthening service delivery in East Africa.
Application Process
Interested candidates are expected to submit applications through the official recruitment platform provided by the company before the respective deadlines.
Applicants are encouraged to review the specific job requirements, responsibilities, and application instructions for each vacancy before submitting their applications.
Applications should be submitted as early as possible to avoid missing deadlines.
