Business Development Manager

Howden Group Holdings; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Howden, a leading insurance broker, is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to enhance client relationships and drive growth. The role involves managing the sales process, building strong industry connections, and contributing positively to the company's reputation. Join a culture that prioritizes collaboration, continuous learning, and proactive ambition.

Qualifications

• Strong motivation towards advancing a career in insurance.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Sales and negotiation skills for a fast-paced market.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identify and develop sources of potential clients.
• Manage sales process from generation stage to close.
• Develop strong relationships with insurers.

Skills

Sales

Negotiation

Communication

Collaboration

Job description

Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 18,000 employees spanning over 100 countries.

People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

The role

We're seeking a dynamic and motivated Business Development Manager to join our extraordinary team. As one of the leading insurance brokers in the market, Howden offers an outstanding opportunity for the type of people who make us who we are: ambitious, driven, and eager to make their mark in the world.

We're seeking professionals who are excellent at transforming relationships, and are driven to enable growth through creative solutions. Plus, you'll get to collaborate with our underwriting and claims teams to provide outstanding customer service, and really contribute to our force-for-good reputation in the industry. Join us and be a key player in our team!

What you’ll do

Be proactive in identifying and developing sources of potential clients to expand our market reach.

Take the lead in managing the sales process from generation stage all the way through to close.

Contact potential clients to promote Howden and obtain their insurance information to support in negotiations with insurers.

Develop strong relationships with all insurers and build a strong reputation within the industry.

Work closely with the account management team to effectively transition accounts post binding.

Participate in training and development focused on the core skills required for the role.

Be part of a dynamic and constantly evolving environment with lots of learning opportunities.

Who we’re looking for

Strong motivation and ambition towards advancing a career in insurance.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Our team thrives on effective communication and the ability to work together towards common goals.

Sales and negotiation skills that will help you compete in a fast-paced market.

An eye for detail to ensure that all records and client interactions are meticulously managed and maintained.

A positive and proactive attitude, ready to take on challenges and determine the best paths to success.

A commitment to continuous learning and development, with the ambition to grow within the company.

What do we offer in return?

A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us:

Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new

We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges

We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond

Reasonable adjustments

We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*.

If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.

*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.

Permanent

Who are we?

Howden is a collective – a group of talented and passionate people all around the world. Together, we have pushed the boundaries of insurance. We are united by a shared passion and no-limits mindset, and our strength lies in our ability to collaborate as a powerful international team comprised of 18,000 employees spanning over 100 countries.

People join Howden for many different reasons, but they stay for the same one: our culture. It’s what sets us apart, and the reason our employees have been turning down headhunters for years. Whatever your priorities – work / life balance, career progression, sustainability, volunteering – you’ll find like-minded people driving change at Howden.

The role

We're seeking a dynamic and motivated Business Development Manager to join our extraordinary team. As one of the leading insurance brokers in the market, Howden offers an outstanding opportunity for the type of people who make us who we are: ambitious, driven, and eager to make their mark in the world.

We're seeking professionals who are excellent at transforming relationships, and are driven to enable growth through creative solutions. Plus, you'll get to collaborate with our underwriting and claims teams to provide outstanding customer service, and really contribute to our force-for-good reputation in the industry. Join us and be a key player in our team!

What you’ll do

• Be proactive in identifying and developing sources of potential clients to expand our market reach.

• Take the lead in managing the sales process from generation stage all the way through to close.

• Contact potential clients to promote Howden and obtain their insurance information to support in negotiations with insurers.

• Develop strong relationships with all insurers and build a strong reputation within the industry.

• Work closely with the account management team to effectively transition accounts post binding.

• Participate in training and development focused on the core skills required for the role.

• Be part of a dynamic and constantly evolving environment with lots of learning opportunities.

Who we’re looking for

• Strong motivation and ambition towards advancing a career in insurance.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Our team thrives on effective communication and the ability to work together towards common goals.

• Sales and negotiation skills that will help you compete in a fast-paced market.

• An eye for detail to ensure that all records and client interactions are meticulously managed and maintained.

• A positive and proactive attitude, ready to take on challenges and determine the best paths to success.

• A commitment to continuous learning and development, with the ambition to grow within the company.

What do we offer in return?

A career that you define. At Howden, we value diversity – there is no one Howden type. Instead, we’re looking for individuals who share the same values as us:

• Our successes have all come from someone brave enough to try something new

• We support each other in the small everyday moments and the bigger challenges

• We are determined to make a positive difference at work and beyond

Reasonable adjustments

We're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours* or hybrid working*.

If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it’s the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role’s criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.

*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.

Permanent

About the company

Howden Group is a leading international insurance intermediary group with operations across Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Africa, the U.S. and Latin America. Originally established in Europe we are now a global business with 250+ offices in 45...

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