Overview

FM Global is a leading property insurer of the world's largest businesses, providing more than one-third of FORTUNE 1000-size companies with engineering-based risk management and property insurance solutions. FM Global helps clients maintain continuity in their business operations by drawing upon state-of-the-art loss-prevention engineering and research; risk management skills and support services; tailored risk transfer capabilities; and superior financial strength. To do so, we rely on a dynamic, culturally diverse group of employees, working in more than 100 countries, in a variety of challenging roles.

Defined by our proprietary research, engineering-based approach, and reputation for excellence, FM Global offers a workplace culture that’s as supportive and inclusive as it is innovative and inspiring.

FM Global, Australia Operations has an opening for an experienced administrator as a Business Development Assistant (BDA) based in our Sydney Office – permanent role, full-time.

Reporting to the Regional Sales Manager the BDA will provide administration support to the Regional Sales Manager and the Business Development Executives (BDE’s) in Sydney & Melbourne.

We are looking for someone with a strong customer-focused attitude, flexible and hard-working, with excellent analytical and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Providing assistance to the Regional Sales Manager in the preparation of performance management reports, annual sales business plans and expense budgets.
• Working with the BDE’s to ensure that the CRM system is kept up to date and accurate.
• Assisting with prospect reservations, using the Prospect Reservation System.
• Preparation of correspondence, proposals, client service plans and presentation materials for prospective clients.
• Regular preparation of reports and spreadsheets
• Providing administrative support to the sales team for scheduling appointments/meetings, making travel arrangements and processing expense reports.
• In the medium-long term the candidate may take on some additional prospect research responsibilities. Knowledge and experience in marketing or researching & finance/statistics would be a plus.

Qualifications

Skills/Qualifications:

• 5 years working administrative/secretarial experience
• Minimum High School Diploma or Equivalent
• CRM system experience (i.e., Microsoft Dynamics)
• Strong MS Office experience and knowledge (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, One Note)
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Good analytical, organizational, problem solving, and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to multi-task and prioritise
• Proactive approach, enthusiasm, drive & team spirit
• Previous sales admin experience, or insurance industry experience welcomed
• Occasional travel and event management outside of usual work hours may be required.

What is on offer:

• Career development and training opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Tuition reimbursement,
• Rich health and well-being programs,
• Volunteer days and so much more!

FM Global is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce.

Although we value relevant experience and qualifications, we also believe in the potential for growth and learning; if you don’t meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply and reach out for a conversation.

If you are interested in learning more about FM Global, our culture and some of our initiatives, don’t hesitate to visit the links below:

• Commercial Property Insurance | FM Global
• Insure Your Career at FM Global (youtube.com)
• https://www.linkedin.com/company/fm-global/life/
• FM Global Resilience (youtube.com)
• Engineer Your Career at FM Global (youtube.com)