What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Development Associate position at Assurity?
Assurity is looking for enthusiastic, driven and collaborative people to join our team. We’re a company of vibrant and passionate people who work every day to advance our mission of helping people through difficult times – and who truly want to make a difference. As a Certified B Corporation, we have a verified commitment to our people, community and planet, and we work every day to make the world a better place.
Ample opportunities for growth, a thriving culture and coworkers who care as much as you do are just the beginning. Come work with purpose. Learn more: www.assurity.com/careers
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
50% Assist regional sales teams increase premium and sales in assigned territory that is consistent with product and strategic goals, which includes:
- Prospecting, recruiting, developing, and strengthening relationships with distributors; and
- Making weekly appointments with current or potential sources of distribution.
50% Effectively assists in the management of the assigned territories, which includes:
- Working collaboratively with regional sales managers, regional wholesalers, and distributors to develop territory to meet sales goals; and
- Utilizing Hub Spot CRM and measurables for basic territory management and contact management reporting.
The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be substituted as necessary.
Training And Development
Associate will follow a structured training process, which includes:
- Industry knowledge
- Life and Health License; CLU, LUTCF
- Assurity Products
- Brokerage and Worksite Distribution
- Personal Productivity
- Home Office Operations
After Initial training this position may transition to a Regional Wholesaler position. Associate Is responsible for building and managing a territory.
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, marketing, or related field or relevant experience.
PHYSICAL AND WORK SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS
- May require work more than 40 hours a week in order to complete functions of position.
- Consistent and reliable attendance is an essential function to this position.
- Hybrid position based in Lincoln, NE. Requires three days per week onsite and provides a hybrid schedule with two remote workdays.