Andy Coussement
Antwerp
Summary
Currently serving as the Head of Competence Center at Wilink Insurance and responsible for the Life Insurance Branch.
Successfully established an entirely new department within the company in different regions.
Developed and implemented a comprehensive growth trajectory for new (sales) profiles including training, coaching, and performance targets.
Collaborated with an asset manager to establish a new fund and created an internal business plan for the implementation of this new solution
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Life Insurance
Wilink Insurance
01.2023 - Current
- Strategic decision-making for the life insurance branch, encompassing both fiscal and non-fiscal products
- Plan and execute campaigns and initiatives across different regions of the country
- Collaborate with marketing teams for commercial support, ensuring alignment with strategic decisions
- Coordinate with the Competence Center for technical support in implementing insurance solutions
- Work closely with area managers to roll out actions and campaigns in their respective regions
Head of Competence Center
Wilink Insurance
04.2021 - Current
- Manage and optimize internal workflows and processes.
- Lead and oversee internal lead generation processes.
- Direct the Expertise Center, which includes tax and legal experts producing patrimonial and tax audits for clients
- Negotiate with insurance companies to secure favorable terms and agreements.
Tax Advisor
BNP Paribas Fortis
01.2019 - 04.2021
- Providing personalized tax advice and strategies
- Self Employed & SME
FInancial- & Tax Advisor
Real Life
09.2016 - 01.2019
- Sales
- Advisory
- Financial Planning
Education
Master of Science - Insurance
KU Leuven
Leuven, Belgium2016
Postgraduate - Taxation
Karel De Grote University
Antwerp, Belgium2021
Bachelor of Science - Applied Economics
KU Leuven
Leuven, Belgium2014
Bachelor of Science - Finance And Insurance
Karel De Grote University
Antwerp, Belgium2013
Skills
- Soft: Leadership, Strategic thinking, Communication, People management, Problem Solving, Decision making
- Hard: Life Insurance, Financial Planning, Investments, Project management, Lead generation, Negotiating, Training, Planning and execution
Languages
Dutch
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Advanced (C1)
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
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Timeline
Head of Life Insurance
Wilink Insurance
01.2023 - Current
Head of Competence Center
Wilink Insurance
04.2021 - Current
Tax Advisor
BNP Paribas Fortis
01.2019 - 04.2021
FInancial- & Tax Advisor
Real Life
09.2016 - 01.2019
Master of Science - Insurance
KU Leuven
Postgraduate - Taxation
Karel De Grote University
Bachelor of Science - Applied Economics
KU Leuven
Bachelor of Science - Finance And Insurance
Karel De Grote University
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