Business Development Specialist - Work Remote

Navacord; Surrey; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a proactive Business Development Representative to expand their broker and dealer distribution network. This role involves building strategic relationships, educating partners on products, and achieving sales KPIs. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, business acumen, and a background in insurance. The position offers hybrid work flexibility and a competitive compensation package.

Benefits

Full benefits

Professional development courses

Hybrid remote work flexibility

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of professional experience.
• General Level 1 Insurance License or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Grow and nurture relationships with new and existing partners.
• Deliver presentations on underwriting topics and conduct training sessions.
• Achieve sales KPIs as set by the organization.

Skills

Communication

Business Acumen

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, professional development courses & designations, and hybrid remote work flexibility.

POSITION OVERVIEW :

Armis is seeking a proactive, relationship-driven Business Development Representative (BDR) to expand our broker and dealer distribution network. The role involves identifying and engaging partners, building strategic relationships, and supporting them through education on our products and insurance solutions to foster long-term revenue growth and market presence.

RESPONSIBILITIES :

1. Grow and nurture relationships with new and existing partners, including brokers and dealerships.
2. Collaborate with internal teams to align sales strategies, share market insights, and coordinate onboarding and support activities.
3. Deliver presentations on underwriting topics, industry trends, and conduct training sessions both in person and virtually.
4. Maintain regular contact with partners to support operational needs and track communications.
5. Communicate internally about partner performance and sales activities to support underwriting goals.
6. Master our insurance products to educate brokers and stay updated on industry trends.
7. Identify opportunities for operational improvements to enhance customer experience.
8. Represent the company at industry events and trade shows to promote brand visibility.
9. Achieve sales KPIs as set by the organization.
10. Provide exceptional support and customer service to partners.

COMPETENCIES :

• High professionalism and integrity.
• Strong business acumen.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, independent worker, and problem solver.
• Approximately 80% field-based work with travel within Canada, and 20% hybrid office work.
• Administrative tasks include record updates, report preparation, and follow-ups.

REQUIREMENTS :

• Fluent oral and written communication skills, including presentations and report writing.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Insurance knowledge or strong business background is preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of professional experience.
• General Level 1 Insurance License or higher is an asset, or willingness to obtain it.
• Post-secondary education in a business-related field is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Navacord values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage applications from women, indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ2+ individuals. Accommodations are available upon request.