Are you passionate about building relationships and driving business growth? Our client, a leading organisation in the commercial insurance sector, is seeking a dynamic and motivated Business Development Executive to join their team. In this role, you will play a vital role in identifying new business leads and converting them into long-lasting customer relationships.
Please find all the details below:
Job title: Business Development Executive
Location: Ashford, Kent. Your own transport is required for very occasional holiday/cover in Tenterden and Dover.
Salary: £30,000
Hybrid: 12 days working from home per year, subject to Manager agreement, ensuring the offices can remain open for customers.
Hours: Monday - Friday, 09.00 - 17.00
Exceptional Benefits:
- A supportive and friendly working environment
- 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Birthday day off in addition to annual leave
- Option to buy/sell 5 days holiday per year
- Health Cash Plan
- Death in Service
- Pension
- Free Parking at all of the offices
- Fortnightly fruit deliveries
- Team lunch provided once a month
- Team social events twice a year
Your responsibilities as the Business Development Executive would be to:
- Proactively contributing to the development and execution of a comprehensive business development plan
- Identifying cross-selling opportunities to existing clients, introducing them to our client's range of financial services products
- Researching and implementing effective communication methods to generate sales from new and existing clients
- Representing our client at trade events, shows, and networking opportunities to generate new business leads
- Building strong relationships with prospective clients, guiding them through the process from commitment to quote
- Ensuring client data is accurate and up to date
- Delivering exceptional levels of customer service, exceeding expectations at every opportunity
Requirements for this position:
- Proven track record in highly driven and ambitious targeted business development and/or sales role.
- Proven track record in business planning/ developing contact strategies.
- Good understanding of business structures and commerciality.
- Effective and professional verbal and written communication skills , including networking skills.
- Experience and knowledge of insurance industry.
- Experience dealing with commercial business directors.
- Experience managing a sales pipeline.
- Previous experience using MSD (CRM) systems
Our client is looking for someone who is passionate, driven, and willing to go the extra mile to deliver results.
Next steps:
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and join our client's dynamic team, apply today! Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of a leading organisation in the commercial insurance sector.
Alternatively, if you know someone who may be suitable for this role please share the details. If you successfully refer a friend for the above role, you will receive a £100* voucher of your choice! Terms apply*
Please note if your skills match the requirements for the job then you will receive an e-mail from us (remember to check your junk mail). If you do please call us on 01233 611780 ASAP or within 24 hours to discuss the position in further detail with Emma (Candidate Manager) or Nicola (Permanent Consultant).
We look forward to your application.
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