Business Development Specialist

Company: Victor Description: We are seeking a talented individual to join our Business Development Team at Victor. This role will be based in Los Angeles. This is a hybrid role with a requirement to work at least three days a week in the office. In this role, you will be responsible for engagement for all types of Business Development Team partners: retail insurance agencies, wholesalers, MGU, MGA, and Aggregators. You will oversee a significant portfolio of potential accounts and ensure consistent agency management activity. You will use your network and research to engage accounts in your specific region or industry. You will assist senior colleagues who specialize in diverse markets and industries, contributing to various stages of the deal process. This will give you extensive exposure, new connections, and valuable experience. Responsibilities: Develop the assigned territory through all existing and prospective Business Development Team channels. Manage existing client base in the region to support organic growth through new business generation and renewal retention, prospecting and developing new relationships. Frequent travel to visit new/existing/prospective clients in the territory, working closely with underwriting and Business Development Team management to ensure a superior level of service for our clients and their insureds. Strategic planning for your territory’s growth and expansion, new product development and other production-oriented activities. Serving as a client advocate and consultative advisor on the company’s products and services as well as the marketplace at large. Collaborate with underwriting staff to jointly develop relationships. Engage with partners at industry events and become a valuable resource for the assigned territory. Qualifications: Holds a bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and work experience. Minimum of 3 years of experience in the insurance industry, with a focus on professional liability insurance. Demonstrates a high level of energy, professional persistence, relationship building, sales aptitude, and self-motivation. Possesses excellent communication, time management, and teamwork skills, while consistently driving for results. Has a proven track record of achieving desired outcomes. Holds appropriate licenses or has the ability to obtain them within a short time frame. Willingness to travel up to 50% of the time within the assigned territory and attend industry events. Nice to Have: Experience as a wholesale broker. Experience in retail insurance. Proven experience in managing and growing a book of business in the property and casualty insurance sector. Familiarity with working alongside underwriters. Benefits: Professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders. Vibrant and inclusive culture with talented colleagues and opportunities to make an impact. Career opportunities, benefits and rewards to enhance well‑being. Competitive base salary ranging from $71,700 to $152,800, based on experience, skills, and other factors. Performance‑based incentives may be available. Health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs, employee assistance programs. We offer a competitive total rewards package that includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs. #J-18808-Ljbffr