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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.

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