Manager, Business Development - Central Region
$116,000–$159,600 year
On-siteChicago, Illinois, United States
Chicago, Illinois, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$116,000–$159,600 yearSenior LevelLarge
Full TimeSenior LevelLarge
Job Summary
Coordinate promotional efforts with national business development, regional underwriting, and leadership teams to build brand awareness and drive revenue. Build and maintain relationships with external trading partners, underwriters, and product line leaders to facilitate workflows and ensure consistent marketing presence. Actively search for opportunities to develop business with assigned brokers while researching marketplace trends to increase visibility and retention. Serve as the primary conduit for communications between underwriters and producers across Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, and Wisconsin.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of business development/marketing experience working with Markel's retail producers
- Superior communication and interpersonal skills
- First hand understanding of team based decision making in an entrepreneurial environment
- Strong relationship development and negotiation skills
- Understanding of property, casualty, and professional liability underwriting and claims
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, effectively handle ambiguity, and adapt to change
- Proven experience to work effectively in a matrixed underwriting environment
- Ability to travel 50% or more, when appropriate
- Valid driver's license
- Acceptable DMV Motor Vehicle Record
- US Work Authorization
Desired Qualifications
- Thorough understanding of Markel's retail product lines and distribution partners
- Ability to understand the unique needs of Markel's clients and provide solutions
- Ability to maximize producer engagement and drive revenue and profitability
- Enjoy industry reconnaissance
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