We are delighted to be working on behalf of a highly regarded Insurance company, who are currently seeking to appoint a commercially minded and proactive individual to join their team as a Business Development Manager, covering the South East of England. The successful candidate will have a thorough knowledge of the Insurance market, with the ability to develop a pipeline, and grow and retain accounts whilst maximising business opportunities and generating interest from potential business sources. Skills & Experience Required: * Extensive BDM experience within the insurance industry, with a proactive approach to developing profitable broker relationships * Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build successful, mutually beneficial business relationships * Strong sales and negotiation skills, with the ability to handle and overcome objections * Enthusiastic, self-motivated and focused on meeting and exceeding targets * Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills Key Duties & Responsibilities Include: * Managing daily workflow efficiently, including emails, diaries, and calls * Providing brokers with professional, compliant, and responsive service for new business, renewals, MTAs, and account issues, working with relevant departments as needed * Developing relationships with new and existing brokers, providing a top service and communicating effectively and working to encourage further business * Conducting regular broker visits, and relevant drop-ins while in the area * Maintaining regular contact with regional and branch managers of national brokers * Working with the New Business and Renewal teams to secure new business and maintain strong dialogue with existing and potential brokers. * Informing the Agency Manager of any prospect brokers you believe are unsuitable and update the CRM system according * Following up on previously quoted or declined risks to encourage resubmission where appropriate * Representing the company professionally at all times, maintaining appropriate appearance and conduct to support business reputation and networking