Brown & Brown, Inc.
Business Development Specialist
Brown & Brown, Inc., Fort Myers, Florida, United States, 33916
Built on meritocracy, our unique company culture rewards self-starters and those who are committed to doing what is best for our customers.**How You Will Contribute:*** Generate qualified leads for the sales team so they can provide a quick response to customers* Prospect potential customers via cold calling, email, or other forms of communication to ensure they are added to the sales pipeline and produce more qualified leads* Maintain the client database (CRM) to make sure the sales team can access current information on all leads* Work within your specific geography to find new business opportunities* Record monthly and quarterly sales and performance goals to ensure they are being met* Set up meetings or calls between (prospective) clients and Producers**Licenses and Certifications:*** Florida Property & Casualty insurance license 2-20 (if not already held, obtain within 30 days of hire).* Bachelor’s Degree* Proficient with Microsoft Tools, Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.#LI-CJ1**Teammate Benefits & Total Well-Being**We go beyond standard benefits, focusing on the total well-being of our teammates, including:* *Health Benefits*: Medical/Rx, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance* *Financial Benefits*: ESPP; 401k; Student Loan Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement* *Mental Health & Wellness*: Free Mental Health & Enhanced Advocacy Services* *Beyond Benefits*: Paid Time Off, Holidays, Preferred Partner Discounts and more.*Not reflective of all benefits. Enrollment waiting periods or eligibility criteria may apply to certain benefits. Benefit details and offerings may vary for subsidiary entities or in specific geographic locations.***The Power To Be Yourself** As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment comprised of people from all backgrounds, with a variety of experiences and perspectives, guided by our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) motto, “The Power to Be Yourself”.**Brown & Brown** is seeking a **Business Development Specialist** to join our growing team in **Fort Myers, FL!** The Business Development Specialist position is responsible for promoting the sale of new business, providing a source of insurance expertise to clients and assisting in the growth and profitability of the department.
The Business Development Specialist will coordinate with the Producer as necessary for prospects' needs. This role will work closely with the Sales Leader and Production team.**Skills & Experience to Be Successful:**
Experience in the insurance industry with a strong emphasis in commercial lines insurance preferred but not required.Effective written and verbal communication skills. This Position requires routine travel which may require the team member to drive their own vehicle or a rental vehicle.
Acceptable results of a Motor Vehicle Record report at the time of hire and periodically thereafter, and maintenance of minimum acceptable insurance coverages are requirements of this position.Founded in 1939 as a small, two-partner firm, Brown & Brown (NYSE: BRO) and our team of companies have grown into one of the world’s largest insurance brokerages while staying true to our foundation of trust, resilience, and delivering results. With a team that is as connected locally as it is globally, our high-performing, highly collaborative team delivers innovative risk and insurance solutions.We look for individuals who embrace our culture, thrive in a collaborative environment, are driven to grow and succeed, and are committed to always doing what is right. With a unique culture built on integrity, superior capabilities and grit, we value teamwork, trust and courage. We think of ourselves as a team, so we have teammates—not employees, and leaders—not managers. Everything we do is about the greater “WE”—never “me.”While diverse in abilities and experience, we are all connected through our core values, a commitment to our local communities and a shared mission—always doing what is best for our customers. #J-18808-Ljbffr
The Business Development Specialist will coordinate with the Producer as necessary for prospects' needs. This role will work closely with the Sales Leader and Production team.**Skills & Experience to Be Successful:**
Experience in the insurance industry with a strong emphasis in commercial lines insurance preferred but not required.Effective written and verbal communication skills. This Position requires routine travel which may require the team member to drive their own vehicle or a rental vehicle.
Acceptable results of a Motor Vehicle Record report at the time of hire and periodically thereafter, and maintenance of minimum acceptable insurance coverages are requirements of this position.Founded in 1939 as a small, two-partner firm, Brown & Brown (NYSE: BRO) and our team of companies have grown into one of the world’s largest insurance brokerages while staying true to our foundation of trust, resilience, and delivering results. With a team that is as connected locally as it is globally, our high-performing, highly collaborative team delivers innovative risk and insurance solutions.We look for individuals who embrace our culture, thrive in a collaborative environment, are driven to grow and succeed, and are committed to always doing what is right. With a unique culture built on integrity, superior capabilities and grit, we value teamwork, trust and courage. We think of ourselves as a team, so we have teammates—not employees, and leaders—not managers. Everything we do is about the greater “WE”—never “me.”While diverse in abilities and experience, we are all connected through our core values, a commitment to our local communities and a shared mission—always doing what is best for our customers. #J-18808-Ljbffr