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Business Development Manager

Colonial Life
Terre Haute, IN Contractor
POSTED ON 9/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/18/2026

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated Business Development Manager to build relationships with local businesses, identify new opportunities, and help employers provide valuable benefits to their employees.

This 1099 role is ideal for a relationship-driven professional who enjoys networking, prospecting, presenting, and developing long-term business partnerships. You will have access to training, sales resources, and ongoing support while building your own territory in the Indiana market.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain relationships with business owners, HR professionals, and decision-makers.
  • Prospect for new business through networking, referrals, appointments, and community involvement.
  • Identify employer needs and present customized employee-benefit solutions.
  • Conduct business presentations and employee benefit discussions.
  • Manage the sales process from initial contact through implementation.
  • Build and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective clients.
  • Develop long-term relationships with existing clients and identify opportunities for growth.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to deliver a strong experience for clients and their employees.
  • Stay current on industry trends, products, and market opportunities.
  • Represent the organization professionally throughout the Green Bay community.

What We're Looking For

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Self-motivated and comfortable working independently and with a team.
  • Ability to build relationships with business owners and decision-makers.
  • Sales, business development, recruiting, insurance, financial services, or management experience is a plus.
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to grow a territory.
  • Strong organization, follow-up, and time-management skills.
  • Professional and consultative approach to sales.

What We Offer

  • Comprehensive training and ongoing sales development.
  • Mentorship and support from experienced sales leadership.
  • Competitive compensation with performance-based earning potential.
  • Opportunity to build and manage your own local territory.
  • Access to sales, marketing, and technology resources.
  • Career advancement opportunities.
  • Flexible work environment with significant autonomy.
  • Opportunity to build a long-term career in business development and employee benefits.

Why This Opportunity?

This is more than a traditional sales position. The Business Development Manager will have the opportunity to build a book of business, become a trusted resource to local employers, and develop a long-term career.

If you are competitive, coachable, relationship-focused, and looking for an opportunity where your effort directly impacts your earning potential and career growth, we'd like to hear from you.

Location: Terre Haute

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