Our organization is a global risk management and consulting firm with operations in more than 60 countries. We partner with over 130,000 Australian businesses, from small to large corporations.
Job Overview
We seek a motivated Business Development Officer to join our team. Reporting to the Team Leader Development, this role aims to provide support to clients as part of a dynamic team responsible for new business acquisition and delivering growth.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop strong client relationships by contributing to the acquisition of new business.
* Prepare new business submissions and quotes.
* Establish and maintain a relevant network of business contacts, including insurers.
* Contribute to the development of client revenue budgets and monitor and achieve/exceed the budgets that are set.
* Maintain up-to-date management of databases, information systems, and organization records ensuring completion of all activities within determined parameters.
* Gather client information to support new business documentation.
* Proactively manage and resolve client issues, including answering and responding promptly to client inquiries.
* Ensure compliance of systems and processes with Financial Services Act and other relevant legislation.
* Keep informed of industry trends by attending internal or external meetings and events.
* Identify any process/procedural improvements or enhancements.
* Decide how and when to escalate in the event of problems or grievances or when to create client cross marketing opportunities.
Required Skills & Qualifications
* Sales driven with an understanding of targeted and strategic selling processes.
* Client Servicing skills.
* Developed Business acumen and business development skills.
* Extensive knowledge of technical competencies and Insurance products.
* Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
Qualifications & Education
* Diploma of Financial services or other relevant tertiary qualifications advantageous.
* Essential Tier 1 Insurance broking qualifications.
* Previous experience working within Insurance or Financial Services advantageous.