Business Development Manager

Time Appointments; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent insurance company seeks a proactive Business Development Manager to cover the South East of England. The ideal candidate will have extensive BDM experience in the insurance industry, outstanding communication skills, and a strong ability to develop broker relationships. Responsibilities include managing workflows, providing professional service to brokers, and conducting visits to strengthen business ties. Competitive compensation offered.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience within the insurance industry with a proactive approach.
• Ability to develop profitable broker relationships.
• Strong skills in building successful business relationships.
• Self-motivated and focused on exceeding targets.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily workflow efficiently including emails and calls.
• Provide service for new business and account issues.
• Develop relationships with new and existing brokers.
• Conduct regular broker visits and maintain contact with managers.

Skills

BDM experience in insurance

Outstanding communication skills

Sales and negotiation skills

Organisational skills

Job description

We are delighted to be working on behalf of a highly regarded Insurance company, who are currently seeking to appoint a commercially minded and proactive individual to join their team as a Business Development Manager, covering the South East of England.

The successful candidate will have a thorough knowledge of the Insurance market, with the ability to develop a pipeline, and grow and retain accounts whilst maximising business opportunities and generating interest from potential business sources.

Skills & Experience Required

• Extensive BDM experience within the insurance industry, with a proactive approach to developing profitable broker relationships

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build successful, mutually beneficial business relationships
• Strong sales and negotiation skills, with the ability to handle and overcome objections
• Enthusiastic, self-motivated and focused on meeting and exceeding targets
• Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Managing daily workflow efficiently, including emails, diaries, and calls
• Providing brokers with professional, compliant, and responsive service for new business, renewals, MTAs, and account issues, working with relevant departments as needed
• Developing relationships with new and existing brokers, providing a top service and communicating effectively and working to encourage further business
• Conducting regular broker visits, and relevant drop-ins while in the area
• Maintaining regular contact with regional and branch managers of national brokers
• Working with the New Business and Renewal teams to secure new business and maintain strong dialogue with existing and potential brokers.
• Informing the Agency Manager of any prospect brokers you believe are unsuitable and update the CRM system according
• Following up on previously quoted or declined risks to encourage resubmission where appropriate
• Representing the company professionally at all times, maintaining appropriate appearance and conduct to support business reputation and networking