Business Development Executive Consultant (Phoenix, AZ)
American Family Insurance · Phoenix, AZ · 3 days ago
Business Development$99k–$167k/yrFull-time
What You’ll Do (Primary Responsibilities)
- Recruit and appoint new agency partners aligned to the region’s distribution strategy, collaborating with internal stakeholders to expand market presence.
- Use market and territory analytics to identify geographic opportunities and prioritize prospects and customers with the greatest growth potential.
- Support new appointments and transitions, including opportunities related to book transfers or significant business flow potential.
- Identify competitive opportunities within the assigned agency footprint (e.g., vulnerable competitors, book roll/thinning opportunities) and develop strategies to win business.
- Create and maintain business plans for assigned agencies, including goals, actions, and performance measures.
- Establish structured agency engagement by determining visitation needs and agreeing on a consistent contact cadence based on growth opportunity and business needs.
- Stay current on territory conditions, including local agency dynamics, competitor activity, demographic shifts, and economic trends to inform recommendations.
What You’ll Bring (Skills & Experience)
- A strong understanding of territory/market dynamics, including competitor landscape, demographics, and economic indicators.
- Ability to build trusting relationships and collaborate effectively with people at all levels and across different backgrounds and communication styles.
- Clear and professional communication skills (written, verbal, and interpersonal).
- The ability to work through change, stay resilient, and navigate a complex organization to deliver results.
- Familiarity with business process improvement concepts and techniques (or a willingness to learn and apply them).
- Strong time management and self-direction—able to prioritize, multitask, and work independently in a field-based role.
- The ability to lead through influence—providing direction and structure, building networks, and effectively persuading stakeholders.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Prior Experience
P&C Insurance Experience Is Preferred.
Location & Requirements
- This is a work from home, remote position but must live in Greater Phoenix, AZ area.
- You will be traveling up to 4 out of 5 days per week within a geographic territory which includes Arizona and Nevada.
- Required Licenses: Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
- Travel Requirements: Up to 75%
- Physical Requirements: Work that primarily involves sitting/standing, with regular travel.