Business Development Manager - Utah

CHUBB; Texas; On-site; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth in the Small Commercial and Middle Market sectors. This role involves managing relationships with brokers and agents, developing strategic sales plans, and achieving key performance metrics. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in business development, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently. Join a dynamic team committed to delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions in the insurance market.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of underwriting or broker/agent sales experience in commercial lines.
• Ability to work independently and assimilate learning materials.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for business development in the assigned territory.
• Builds relationships with key partnerships for business development.

Skills

Business Development

Sales Experience

Interpersonal Skills

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Education

College Degree

CPCU or CIC Certification

Job description

The position will be based within the defined geography, preferably near a Chubb Regional or Branch Office. The role will report to the RVP, Regional Business Development, and the Denver Branch Manager. Position is based in Utah.

JOB SUMMARY :

• The Business Development Manager (BDM) is responsible for business development in the assigned territory of brokers, agents, and other distribution partners, focused primarily on Chubb’s products and services associated with Small Commercial, Middle Market and Financial Lines business.
• The BDM acts as ambassador for all that Chubb has to offer for a select group of Agents.
• The BDM is responsible for overall agency relationship management including new client acquisition and client management.
• Manages and maintains focus on achieving metrics across KPI's, including Gross Written Premium growth, New Business, profit, new agency appointments, and visibility.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Successful and documented track record of calling on insurance brokers and agents within a predetermined territory / geography
• Develops tactical sales plan designed to achieve annual objectives. These objectives to include the capture of market share, new agency appointments, & revenue growth
• Generates opportunities to acquire new business through business development activities initiated with assigned brokers & agents
• Builds relationships with key partnerships locally and regionally to assist in business development opportunities
• Demonstrated ability to achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual production goals
• Works closely with commercial underwriting staff and local field operations leadership
• Ensures that products / services are competitively positioned in the market
• Manages pipeline of key customers to meet and exceed growth goals and objectives
• Serves as point of contact and relationship manager for assigned producers
• Effectively manages daily, weekly, and monthly goals and tracking responsibilities
• Works with underwriting to evaluate, price and propose rate and strategy on small to large commercial accounts
• Manages assigned workload to meet internal productivity and timely service standards

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

• Minimum of 5 years underwriting and / or Broker / Agent sales experience; business development experience in commercial lines preferred.
• College degree or equivalent business experience.
• CPCU or CIC recommended
• Ability to work independently and assimilate learning materials on many different subjects from various sources
• Excellent interpersonal, communications and negotiation skills
• Authoritative knowledge of all Chubb commercial coverages, products, services, and liabilities
• Ability to be self-motivated and a self-starter
• Ability to make independent decisions using Chubb best practices for guidance
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Must be able to effectively work in a team and matrix reporting environment