Reed have partnered with a long-standing insurance provider in Central Bristol, supporting with the hire of a Business Development Consultant on a full time, permanent basis.
The role has come available due to company growth. This role plays a pivotal part in driving awareness and engagement with a range of protection products including life insurance, critical illness cover, and income protection among both new and existing intermediaries. If you’re a confident relationship-builder with a passion for sales, this could be the perfect next step.
We’re keen to speak with sales professionals who are open to transitioning into the insurance sector. No prior insurance experience is required; full product and industry training will be provided. What matters most is your drive to succeed, your comfort with outbound calling, and your ability to thrive in a target-driven environment.
Hours: Monday – Friday, 9-5 (35 hour working week)
Hybrid: Whilst training, you will be expected to be in 4 out of the 5 days, with a 3 office/2 split on offer after, of which is discretionary.
Salary: £26,000 - £28,000
Commission: 40% of salary paid every quarter in bonus
Duties:

Identify and develop new business relationships with brokers and IFA accounts through telephone calls, emails, and presentations

Support the Field BDM team with webinar and presentation follow-ups

Train intermediaries on products and systems, keeping them updated on product USPs, changes, and developments

Assist with the setup of new agencies and logins for new Network/Commission Club member firms

Engage with intermediaries following events and marketing campaigns

Monitor sales and conversion volumes from intermediaries and report findings to maximise sales opportunities

Maintain regular contact with all intermediaries to ensure satisfaction, address issues, identify improvement opportunities, and overcome obstacles to new product sales

Proactively identify and report any barriers to sales experienced by intermediaries

Maintain accurate and up-to-date intermediary records on the CRM system (Salesforce)

Assist in the development and management of best practice Standard Operating Procedures within the distribution channel

Provide input to distribution plans, product development, and marketing to help achieve strategic objectives and sales targets

Review and monitor market announcements/developments to maximise new sales opportunities

Meet sales and performance targets
Requirements:

Proven experience in sales or account management (industry background flexible)
Insurance experience is a plus but not essential
Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills
Comfortable using CRM systems (ideally Salesforce)
Excellent communication and presentation abilities
Self-motivated and collaborative team player
Benefits:

Pension including up to 12% employer contribution

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Private Medical Insurance included once probation has been passed

Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

Supportive team environment focused on achieving sales targets and strategic objectives