What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Development Specialist position at Bridge Specialty Group?
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Brown & Brown is seeking a Business Development Specialist to join our growing team in Fort Myers, FL!
The Business Development Specialist position is responsible for promoting the sale of new business, providing a source of insurance expertise to clients and assisting in the growth and profitability of the department. The Business Development Specialist will coordinate with the Producer as necessary for prospects' needs. This role will work closely with the Sales Leader and Production team.
How You Will Contribute:
We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:
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As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”.
Brown & Brown is seeking a Business Development Specialist to join our growing team in Fort Myers, FL!
The Business Development Specialist position is responsible for promoting the sale of new business, providing a source of insurance expertise to clients and assisting in the growth and profitability of the department. The Business Development Specialist will coordinate with the Producer as necessary for prospects' needs. This role will work closely with the Sales Leader and Production team.
How You Will Contribute:
- Generate qualified leads for the sales team so they can provide a quick response to customers
- Prospect potential customers via cold calling, email, or other forms of communication to ensure they are added to the sales pipeline and produce more qualified leads
- Maintain the client database (CRM) to make sure the sales team can access current information on all leads
- Work within your specific geography to find new business opportunities
- Record monthly and quarterly sales and performance goals to ensure they are being met
- Set up meetings or calls between (prospective) clients and Producers
- Florida Property & Casualty insurance license 2-20 (if not already held, obtain within 30 days of hire).
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Experience in the insurance industry with a strong emphasis in commercial lines insurance preferred but not .
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Tools, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
- This Position requires routine travel which may require the team member to drive their own vehicle or a rental vehicle. Acceptable results of a Motor Vehicle Record report at the time of hire and periodically thereafter, and maintenance of minimum acceptable insurance coverages are requirements of this position.
We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:
- Health Benefits: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
- Financial Benefits: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement
- Mental Health & Wellness: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services
- Beyond Benefits: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.
The Power To Be Yourself
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”.
