Business Development Manager

Colonial Life; Leawood (KS); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Life is seeking a motivated manager to lead a sales team in a hybrid role based in Leawood, KS. You will recruit, train, and mentor sales representatives to meet targets and drive revenue growth for our voluntary benefits portfolio.

The position emphasizes strategic planning, relationship building with businesses, and ongoing coaching to optimize performance, with a focus on career advancement within Colonial Life.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for building and growing a business.
• Ability to pass an in depth, thorough background check
• Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and mentor a team of sales representatives to achieve targets and revenue goals.
• Develop and execute strategic business plans to drive growth and expand market presence.
• Cultivate relationships with businesses to identify opportunities for voluntary benefits solutions.
• Provide ongoing coaching and support to sales team members to optimize performance.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to implement sales strategies and initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Leadership

Entrepreneurial mindset

Job description

Colonial Life is a leading provider of voluntary benefits, specializing in offering financial protection through workplace benefits such as disability, life, accident, dental, and critical illness insurance. With a commitment to helping individuals and businesses navigate the complexities of insurance, Colonial Life empowers its customers to protect what matters most.

Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and entrepreneurial-minded individual to join our team as a manager. As Business Development Manager, you will lead and develop a team of sales professionals, driving growth and success within your assigned territory. You will have the opportunity to build and expand your own business while representing Colonial Life's suite of voluntary benefits products and services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruit, train, and mentor a team of sales representatives to achieve sales targets and revenue goals.
• Develop and execute strategic business plans to drive growth and expand market presence.
• Cultivate relationships with businesses and organizations to identify opportunities for voluntary benefits solutions.
• Provide ongoing coaching and support to sales team members to optimize performance and professional development.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of sales strategies and initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for building and growing a business.
• Ability to pass an in depth, thorough background check
• Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.
• Access to Colonial Life's extensive portfolio of voluntary benefits products.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for career advancement and growth within the organization.
• Work Location: Hybrid remote in Leawood, KS 66211

Average 1st Year Earnings: $80,000-$100,000+