Hybrid Business Development Pro

Howden Group; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Hybrid working

Job summary

Howden is seeking a proactive Business Development Representative within its Employee Benefits division. You will nurture opportunities via outbound calls and emails, manage a CRM-driven pipeline, and collaborate with consultants and marketing to deliver targeted campaigns and content for clients and prospects.

You will drive new business by contacting prospects, qualifying needs, and arranging meetings, while maintaining strong relationships with internal teams and external clients.

Qualifications

• Experience in B2B telesales / telemarketing
• Experience in an insurance and client-facing environment
• Desirable experience in sales or marketing
• Awareness of FCA rules, data protection, money laundering and related standards
• Knowledge of the market and territory awareness

Responsibilities

• Build a genuine pipeline of prospective clients and maintain accurate data
• Contact prospects and manage the CRM to schedule meetings for Consultants
• Ensure all activities comply with Company/Group policies
• Plan and report work priorities to meet personal and team objectives
• Manage assigned projects and contribute to others as required
• Provide management information to senior managers as required
• Research on behalf of the manager as needed
• Engage with marketing to support campaigns and content for clients
• Develop relationships with internal stakeholders (marketing, broking teams)
• Represent the company at seminars/events to understand client priorities and market trends
• Respond to internal and external client requirements professionally

Skills

Confident communication

Negotiation skills

Professional demeanor

Computer literacy

Independent worker

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

GCSE Maths & English (A levels preferred)

Tools

CRM system

Microsoft Office

Job description

Howden is seeking a proactive Business Development Representative within its Employee Benefits division. You will nurture opportunities via outbound calls and emails, manage a CRM-driven pipeline, and collaborate with consultants and marketing to deliver targeted campaigns and content for clients and prospects.

You will drive new business by contacting prospects, qualifying needs, and arranging meetings, while maintaining strong relationships with internal teams and external clients.