Business Development Associate

SUMMARY

Responsible for providing support services to promote the company's product portfolio.

• Promotes the company's product portfolio with specialization in product(s) assigned.
• Makes outbound calls to recruit agents to set appointments for Marketing Consultants. Handle 100+ recruiting calls per day and 2 hours of talk time with agents and agencies.
• Refers agents to Marketing Consultants based on additional informational needs, particularly for products outside the scope of the position.
• Utilizes and updates Hubspot for recruiting calls and email sequencing.
• Updates and maintains Contact Management System information in accordance with policies and procedures;
  Updates and maintains task list.
• Recruits agents to participate in special marketing opportunities.
• Works collaboratively with fellow staff to advance the values and mission of the business by serving on relevant internal and external committees.
• Assists with special projects/assignments as requested by members of management.

• High School, GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Marketing or a related field
• Three (3) or more years of General insurance industry or related field (financial services, marketing, web-based business, business-to-business customer service or call center)
• Valid Insurance License

• Working knowledge of insurance services industries and specific current knowledge of product lines assigned to the marketer
• Knowledge of the general industry procedures, practices and terminology
• Skill in working effectively with inbound and outbound callers/customers
• Skill in negotiating and problem solving to resolve internal and external conflicts
• Skill in the use of office equipment including computer, fax, printer, telephone system, etc
• Skill in the use of time management and organization skills
• Skill in maintaining effective working relationships with all customers, employees and the general public
• Skill in project management
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft/Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat, MS Outlook software preferred)
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, in a constructive manner
• Ability to approach and communicate with a wide range of personalities in a professional and courteous manner
• Ability to maintain a high level of organization and attention to detail
• Ability to maintain all company policies, including all confidentiality and safety policies
• Ability to work independently, exercise independent judgment, make and execute decisions