Business Development Associate
$50,000 - $65,000/Yr
Berkshire Hathaway - Oak Brook, IL
posted about 1 month ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Remote - Oak Brook, IL
Insurance Carriers and Related Activities
About the position
The Business Development Associate position is an entry-level sales role based in Chicago, IL, focused on generating new customer opportunities and driving business activity from assigned customers in the region. The role requires strong communication skills, organizational abilities, and a commitment to continuous learning in the insurance industry.
Responsibilities
- Calling and visiting prospective customers in assigned region
- Executing new customer appointment process
- Growing distribution in assigned territory
Requirements
- 1-2 years' experience in the insurance industry is preferred
- College Degree OR equivalent business/industry experience
- Strong communication skills to establish relationships with customers
- Excellent time management skills
- Self-starter with strong dependability/initiative
- Organizational skills to put together customer events
- Commitment to staying knowledgeable about the insurance climate
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with CPCU and RPLU designations
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
