W.R. Berkley Corporation Scottsdale , AZ 85250
Posted 2 weeks ago
Company Details
BerkleyNet is an innovative workers compensation insurance provider that does all our business online. Our goal? To make doing business "Ridiculously Fast. Amazingly Easy."
Responsibilities
As a Director of Business Development, you will lead our new and renewal business efforts for a defined region and agency distribution. You will work closely with our Business Development, Marketing and Underwriting teams to drive new and renewal business, streamline complex service requests, and lead distribution relationship management efforts. We'll look to you to build and maintain agency partnerships, identify key trends, and demonstrate a deep understanding of our competition and market conditions to drive profitable growth.
Build and strengthen relationships with current agency distribution to deliver mutually beneficial solutions, drive profitable growth and prepare for possible consolidation in the industry
Actively and strategically pursue new & retain profitable business opportunities
Consistent execution and delivery of profitability goals within region and agency distribution
Review and analyze various data metrics to formulate effective decisions, drive priorities, and influence desired results and to identify new profit opportunities
Actively analyze our competition and market conditions continually adapt strategy to drive profitable growth
Partner with senior leadership to establish and execute agency plans, department budget and goal setting agency distribution plan, budgeting and goal setting Consistently demonstrate a strategic sales mentality to meet market demands and find creative ways to win
Actively plan and execute agency visits
Display an innovative mindset to identify and foster needed change to our products and services
Forecast and communicate trends that will impact results
Assist with training of newer associates to develop their business acumen and enable them to effectively support business development efforts
Provide timely coaching and feedback to drive and manage individual and team performance
Assess talent, identify employee development and training needs, and collaborate with HR partners, leadership and individual employees to establish goals and create development plans
Partner with HR and senior leadership to execute talent management strategies to improve employee engagement, job satisfaction, and foster a psychologically safe work environment
Quickly assess problems or issues, then identify, execute and communicate solutions
Work across all functional areas of the company to drive profitable results and demonstrate a balanced view when evaluating production and profit opportunities
Communicate clearly, proactively, and professionally with all stakeholders, both external and internal
Consistently identify opportunities to improve our customer experience and operations
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of our UW template and being able to effectively communicate and take action within it.
Identify new production sources and be able to effectively vet the opportunity
Identify deficiencies and communicate improvement plan
Deepen your sales strategy knowledge and skills through internal and external resources
Qualifications
5 - 7 years of insurance experience or a related field
Proven relationship management and communication skills
High degree of self-motivation, discipline, productivity, and professionalism
Sound analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, and critical-thinking skills with an outcome-based focus
Ability to work effectively across an organization, understanding customer needs and finding mutually-beneficial solutions
Strong discretion in dealing with highly confidential and sensitive information
Gifted relationship-builder with a strong sense of ownership and a desire to deliver solutions to your team and customers in a fast-paced environment.
Collaborative team player with keen attention to detail, you're focused on contributing to the overall success of a team.
Quick learner and have a strong desire to learn new skills. When faced with obstacles you are calm under pressure and proactively seek the best resolutions for your team and business.
Self-motivated, able to multi-task, and can quickly and efficiently respond to agency and team needs in a solution-focused way. Your innovative spirit helps us to drive our business forward.
Education
Additional Company Details
The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer We do not accept any unsolicited resumes from external recruiting agencies or firms. The company offers a competitive compensation plan and robust benefits package for full time regular employees. Base Salary Range: $135k - $170k • Eligible to participate in annual discretionary bonus. • Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Wellness, Paid Time Off, 401(k) and Profit-Sharing plans. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment.
Additional Requirements
Sponsorship Details
Sponsorship not Offered for this Role Responsibilities As a Director of Business Development, you will lead our new and renewal business efforts for a defined region and agency distribution. You will work closely with our Business Development, Marketing and Underwriting teams to drive new and renewal business, streamline complex service requests, and lead distribution relationship management efforts. We'll look to you to build and maintain agency partnerships, identify key trends, and demonstrate a deep understanding of our competition and market conditions to drive profitable growth.
Build and strengthen relationships with current agency distribution to deliver mutually beneficial solutions, drive profitable growth and prepare for possible consolidation in the industry
Actively and strategically pursue new & retain profitable business opportunities
Consistent execution and delivery of profitability goals within region and agency distribution
Review and analyze various data metrics to formulate effective decisions, drive priorities, and influence desired results and to identify new profit opportunities
Actively analyze our competition and market conditions continually adapt strategy to drive profitable growth
Partner with senior leadership to establish and execute agency plans, department budget and goal setting agency distribution plan, budgeting and goal setting Consistently demonstrate a strategic sales mentality to meet market demands and find creative ways to win
Actively plan and execute agency visits
Display an innovative mindset to identify and foster needed change to our products and services
Forecast and communicate trends that will impact results
Assist with training of newer associates to develop their business acumen and enable them to effectively support business development efforts
Provide timely coaching and feedback to drive and manage individual and team performance
Assess talent, identify employee development and training needs, and collaborate with HR partners, leadership and individual employees to establish goals and create development plans
Partner with HR and senior leadership to execute talent management strategies to improve employee engagement, job satisfaction, and foster a psychologically safe work environment
Quickly assess problems or issues, then identify, execute and communicate solutions
Work across all functional areas of the company to drive profitable results and demonstrate a balanced view when evaluating production and profit opportunities
Communicate clearly, proactively, and professionally with all stakeholders, both external and internal
Consistently identify opportunities to improve our customer experience and operations
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of our UW template and being able to effectively communicate and take action within it.
Identify new production sources and be able to effectively vet the opportunity
Identify deficiencies and communicate improvement plan
Deepen your sales strategy knowledge and skills through internal and external resources
W.R. Berkley Corporation