BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE

Company: Ryan Specialty
Location: Chicago
Posted on: October 28, 2024

Job Description:

Position Summary:
The Business Development Associate is responsible for developing and executing strategies to grow the company's business, provide excellent service This will be a multi-faceted position that ranges from social media marketing, event planning, branding campaigns and managing both new and existing customer relationships. The position will interact with all facets of the company and our partner carriers. As a result, it is essential that the candidate can multitask, work efficiently and with a high degree of organizational skill. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in the insurance industry with existing wholesale broker relationships.

Location:
Atlanta - Georgia - PeachtreeCharlotte - North Carolina

What will your job entail?

Essential Functions:

• Business development with wholesale insurance brokers.
• Assist with both internal and external event planning.
• Developing and implementing marketing strategies for both existing and prospective customer base.
• Developing new and fostering existing relationships with wholesale insurance producers to develop submission and quote activity.
• Assist with development of a comprehensive marketing plan to facilitate current business growth initiatives and execute the plan.
• Analyzing market trends to evaluate, develop and implement strategic plans to meet and exceed organizational goals.
• Work in unison with our RSUM team leaders in developing new and enhancing existing wholesale broker relationships.
• Assist wholesale brokers with connecting to the proper RT / RSG divisions based on customer needs.
• Assist with / handle customer complaints and solve customer problems accordingly. Education/Experience/Skills:
  • 2+ years of work experience in insurance, business development, insurance sales or marketing
  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Psychology or Business is preferred
  • Available to travel up to 30%
  • Must possess strong computer/technology/systems skills.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication and negotiation skills are required.
  • Strong ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to manage workload with minimal supervision.
  • Critical attention to details.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office including, but not limited to Outlook, Word, Excel.
  • Proven track record of being a team player.
    
    Ryan Specialty is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building and sustaining a diverse workforce throughout the organization. Our vision is an inclusive and equitable workplace where all employees are valued for and evaluated on their performance and contributions. Differences in race, creed, color, religious beliefs, physical or mental capabilities, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and many other characteristics bring together varied perspectives and add value to the service we provide our clients, trading partners, and communities. This policy extends to all aspects of our employment practices, including but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, discipline, firing, promoting, transferring, compensation, benefits, training, leaves of absence, and other terms, conditions, and benefits of employment.
    
    How We Support Our Teammates
    
    Ryan Specialty seeks to offer our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that helps them - and their family members - achieve their physical, financial, and emotional well-being goals. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, sick and personal days, Ryan offers paid parental leave, mental health services and more.
    
    The target salary range for this position is $62,000.00 - $81,375.00 annually.
    
    The wage range for this role considers many factors, such as training, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, and market demands. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. Full-time roles are eligible for bonuses and benefits. For additional information on Ryan Specialty Total Rewards, visit our website https://benefits.ryansg.com/.
    
    We provide individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable law. Please contact us to request an accommodation at HR@Ryansg.com
    
    The above is intended to describe this job's general requirements. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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