The Business Development Executive role at this globally renowned brokers is an exciting, dynamic opportunity for an individual with a proactive sales approach and a strong background in insurance.
Key Responsibilities:
The core of this role is to actively generate new business by identifying prospects and reaching out to them via phone, email, and in-person interactions.
This involves building and nurturing relationships with key decision-makers across various sectors.
Attending events, utilizing existing contacts, and leveraging networking opportunities will be crucial in creating a balanced pipeline of potential new clients.
Youll need to be knowledgeable across multiple general insurance lines such as Combined Liability, Motor Fleet, Cyber, Professional Indemnity, D&O, and more.
Delivering excellent customer service and conveying this knowledge will be essential in building trust with new prospects.
Effectively managing a pipeline of potential clients, tracking progress through a CRM or pipeline management tool, and meeting both short- and long-term financial goals will be a key responsibility.
Youll work closely with the team, reporting on pipeline status and contributing to marketing campaigns to generate leads.
Candidate Profile:
Previous experience in a fast-paced, sales-driven environment within the insurance industry is ideal.
You'll need to have the resilience to handle the competitive nature of the role and a proven ability to meet sales targets.
Building rapport with clients is a major part of this role, so you must be an excellent communicator, both verbally and in writing.
Youll also need to demonstrate negotiation skills when dealing with clients and insurers.
This role demands someone who is driven, can work on their own initiative, and is comfortable managing their own pipeline of prospects.
Having a solid network within the insurance industry, particularly with underwriters, will be a big advantage.
Youll also need to stay updated on products and industry trends to provide the best possible advice to clients.
Being able to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and approach challenges with an analytical mindset will be crucial.
Benefits Package:
Annual Bonus Death in Service Income Protection Health Insurance Hybrid Working Pension Contribution 24 Days Annual Leave Retailer discounts: including gym memberships & more
Skills:
business development executive sales account senior insurance