Business Development Representative- Armis Insurance

Navacord; Surrey; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Navacord is seeking a driven Business Development Representative to expand our distribution network. This role focuses on building relationships with partners, providing education on insurance products, and ensuring operational support, contributing significantly to revenue growth. Ideal candidates will have excellent communication skills and a solid professional background, preferably in business or insurance.

Benefits

Great learning and growth opportunities

A competitive compensation package

Full Benefits Package

Professional Development Courses & Designations

Hybrid remote work flexibility

Qualifications

• Fluent communication skills including oral and written communication.
• 5+ years experience in a professional role.
• General Level 1 Insurance or higher License designation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Grow and nurture new and existing partner relationships.
• Deliver external presentations on underwriting topics.
• Ensure assigned strategies are effectively delivered on time.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Post-secondary education in a business-related field

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

WE OFFER :
Great learning and growth opportunities
A competitive compensation package
Full Benefits Package
Professional Development Courses & Designations
Great learning and growth opportunities
Hybrid remote work flexibility

POSITION OVERVIEW :

Armis is looking for a proactive and relationship-driven Business Development Representative (BDR) to support the growth of our broker and dealer distribution network. In this role, you will focus on identifying and engaging with our partners to build strategic relationships and expand our distribution channels. Your primary objective will be to support our partners through education and training on our products and insurance solutions and set the stage for long-term relationships that drive revenue and market presence.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Grow and nurture new and existing partner relationships (both broker and dealerships).
• Collaborate closely with internal teams to align on sales strategies, share market insights, and coordinate on partner onboarding and support activities. This includes regular check-ins with sales leadership, marketing, and support staff to ensure a smooth experience for broker and dealer partners and to keep initiatives aligned with overall business goals.
• Deliver external presentations on Underwriting topics including industry trends, and product offerings, and conduct training sessions both in person and virtually.
• Conduct regular (daily / weekly / monthly) check ins to maintain strong relationships, provide operational support and track visits and communications with distribution partners.
• Provide internal communication and collaborate with the management team on broker and dealer performance and sales activities results supporting underwriting objectives.
• Ensure assigned strategies are effectively and accurately delivered on time.
• Develop a thorough understanding of our insurance products and educate brokers on policy coverage and keep current on industry trends and market activities.
• Identify opportunities for operational improvements to enhance the overall customer experience.
• Represent the company at industry events and trade shows, fostering relationships and promoting brand visibility.
• Meet sales KPI’s as defined by the organization.
• Provide exceptional customer service and support to our partners.

Competencies :

• High degree of professionalism and integrity.
• Strong business acumen.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently, and an excellent problem solver.

This role is approximately 80% field-based and 20% hybrid (combination of in-office and work from home). The majority of your time will be spent out in the field meeting with prospective and existing insurance broker and dealer partners, attending networking events, and conducting in-person outreach to drive business growth. This role could include travel within the province or throughout Canada and may include shifts in the evening or weekend. The remaining portion of the role involves administrative tasks such as but not limited to: updating records, preparing reports, coordinating with internal teams, and handling follow-ups.

REQUIREMENTS :

• Fluent communication skills including oral and written communication, public presentations, report and marketing document creation.
• Knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Insurance knowledge or strong business background is an asset.
• 5+ years experience in a professional role.
• General Level 1 Insurance or higher License designation is an asset (or must be willing and able to obtain required licensing within a specified period of time).
• Post-secondary education in a business-related field is an asset.
• A valid driver's license and dedicated access to a reliable vehicle is required.

Navacord is actively committed to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion. We serve and recognize and respect human differences and similarities. We value the diversity of people and actively encourage women, indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ2+ persons to apply. We are committed to providing accommodation upon request for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.