Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. SMART IT Services, Inc. provides specialized IT solutions, proactive IT support, AI consulting, and cybersecurity solutions for independent insurance agencies. The Business Development Manager will lead growth in the independent insurance agency market by identifying new opportunities, building client relationships, developing strategic plans, collaborating on tailored solutions, and promoting the company at industry events.
Responsibilities
- Proactively identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities within the independent insurance agency market
- Build lasting relationships by deeply understanding clients' needs, challenges, and goals
- Create and execute strategic business plans to achieve sales objectives and grow SMART’s client portfolio
- Work closely with internal teams to customize solutions that align with client requirements, ensuring excellence and satisfaction
- Represent SMART IT Services at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to strengthen our brand’s visibility and credibility
Skills
- 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
- Familiarity with tools like **HubSpot, LinkedIn, and Facebook** is a plus
- 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 is preferred but not required
Benefits
- Remote (work-from-home) opportunity for a candidate based in the Eastern Time Zone, preferably within Central Florida, North Carolina, or Michigan.
- Professional growth support: “We invest in your professional growth.”
- Competitive benefits: “provide competitive compensation and benefits.”
- Work-life balance in a remote-friendly environment.
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