Business Development Representative

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Milwaukee, WI, USA:
Full time:
Posted Today:
R26 Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.
** BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT REPRESENTATIVE*
* ** Built on Meritocracy. Driven by Opportunity.
** At Brown & Brown, our unique culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers. We provide our teammates with the resources, support, and opportunities needed to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on our clients, teammates, and communities.  Brown & Brown is seeking a Business Development Representative to join our growing team in Milwaukee, WI.  

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional who is passionate about sales, relationship building, and business development. Through training, mentorship, and hands-on experience, you will develop the skills necessary to build a successful career while helping drive growth across our Employee Benefits and Property & Casualty practices.  As a Business Development Representative, you will partner closely with Producers and sales leaders to identify new business opportunities, engage prospective clients, generate qualified leads, and develop a strong pipeline of opportunities.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys networking, prospecting, building relationships, and contributing directly to business growth.  
** How You Will Contribute
*** Identify and develop new business opportunities through outbound prospecting, networking, referrals, and strategic outreach initiatives.
* Research prospective clients and conduct needs analyses to uncover business challenges and opportunities.
* Build and maintain relationships with business owners, executives, and key decision-makers through phone calls, emails, social media, and in-person interactions.
* Schedule and coordinate meetings between qualified prospects and Producers.
* Partner with Employee Benefits and Property & Casualty sales teams to develop targeted prospecting strategies.
* Facilitate sales calls and provide Producers with qualified lead information.
* Leverage CRM systems, sales tools, and market intelligence platforms to generate leads and manage prospect activity.
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date prospect, pipeline, and activity information within CRM systems.
* Collaborate with internal teams to deliver a seamless prospect and client experience.
* Consistently meet or exceed activity, appointment-setting, and pipeline development goals.
* Attend training opportunities to remain current on industry trends, products, coverages, legislation, and emerging market opportunities.
* Represent Brown & Brown professionally at networking events, industry functions, and community engagements.  
** Skills & Experience to Be Successful
**** Required
* ** High School Diploma or equivalent.
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
* Self-motivated with a desire to develop a career in sales and business development.
* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Exceptional telephone and interpersonal communication skills.
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
* Ability to confidently engage prospective clients and build rapport.
* Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team environment.
* Willingness to obtain and maintain an insurance license.  
** Preferred
* ** Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field.
* 1+ years of business development, sales, customer service, prospecting, or lead generation experience.
* Experience utilizing CRM systems and sales prospecting tools.
* Insurance industry experience is a plus but not required.  
** What We Offer
*** Competitive base salary plus commission opportunities
* Industry-leading training, mentorship, and professional development
* Licensing support and career growth opportunities
* Clear advancement pathways within a growing organization
* Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment  
** Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being
** We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:  
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* Health Benefits:

** Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance  
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* Financial Benefits:

** Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), 401(k), Student Loan Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement  
** Mental Health & Wellness:
** Free Mental Health and Enhanced Advocacy Services  
** Beyond…