Business Development Manager

SMART IT Services, Inc. is an industry-leading provider of specialized IT solutions for independent insurance agencies. They are seeking a passionate Business Development Manager to lead growth in the independent insurance agency market by identifying new business opportunities and building client relationships.

Responsibilities:

• Market Expansion: Proactively identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities within the independent insurance agency market
• Client Engagement: Build lasting relationships by deeply understanding clients' needs, challenges, and goals
• Strategic Planning: Create and execute strategic business plans to achieve sales objectives and grow SMART’s client portfolio
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams to customize solutions that align with client requirements, ensuring excellence and satisfaction
• Brand Promotion: Represent SMART IT Services at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to strengthen our brand’s visibility and credibility

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated success in business development, sales, or account management, ideally within the insurance or IT sectors
• Strong, established industry relationships, particularly within the insurance community
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Self-motivated, independent, results-driven, and eager to contribute to a team-oriented culture
• Experience or general understanding of IT solutions relevant to independent insurance agencies
• Familiarity with tools like HubSpot, LinkedIn, and Facebook