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    Business Development Associate - Chicago, United States - EquiTrust Life Insurance Company

    EquiTrust Life Insurance Company
    EquiTrust Life Insurance Company Chicago, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Description

    The Business Development Associate (BDA) supports the Vice President, Business Development in developing and executing strategies to grow the company's business. The BDA will perform various business development activities, including but not limited to client relationship management and development, creation, and dissemination of marketing materials, and tracking and driving of current projects and sales activities. The Business Development Associate will work closely with Business Development Leadership to maintain and grow Atlanta Life Insurance Companys clientele.

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

    • Executes business development plans in partnership with leadership to assist in driving growth.
    • Tracks existing client transactions and activities in an effort to maintain existing client relationships and provide customer service.
    • Identify and qualify new leads through market research, networking, and other prospecting activities.
    • Researches relevant client information to better equip the Business Development Team to gain insights and a deeper understanding of clients' drivers.
    • Develops and maintains sales presentations for potential clients, highlighting the benefits of the company's life insurance products and services.
    • Supports the Business Development leadership in the facilitation and closing of deals.
    • Builds and maintains relationships with clients and other key stakeholders.
    • Tracks and analyzes sales data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
    • Supports the Business Development Team with administrative and other tasks as needed.
    • Creates and maintains marketing materials for the Business Development Team.
    • Adheres to comprehensive plans, timelines, and milestones to keep projects moving forward and on schedule.
    • Willingly takes on additional responsibilities as requested in order to accomplish department and Company objectives.
    • Actively participates and contributes to the goals and objectives of the company by working collaboratively and fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.

    Skills and Abilities:
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
    • Ability to build and maintain relationships.
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
    • Ability to manage multiple projects/tasks and meet deadlines.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills are required, including a high degree of professionalism.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
    • Goal-oriented with a results-driven mindset.

    Training or Work Experience:
    • 2 years of experience in sales or business development in an insurance industry required.
    • 4 years of experience in sales or business development within in an insurance industry preferred.
    • 2 Years of experience in life insurance, reinsurance, and/or annuities preferred.
    • Experience with CRM tools and database resources preferred.

    Education:
    • High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
    • Bachelors degree in business administration, Marketing, or similar field preferred.

    Working Conditions:
    • Frequent travel (more than 20% of the time).

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    Atlanta Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in the U.S. Federal E-Verify program. Applicants have rights under federal and state employment laws. To learn more, visit
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