Business Development Executive (Southeast Region)

About the role

This role focuses on expanding YA’s Property services business by identifying and securing new project opportunities. You will build relationships with insurance adjusters and claims managers, coordinate with internal teams to ensure consistent service delivery, and support regional growth initiatives. Preferred locations are Atlanta, GA or Nashville, TN; candidates elsewhere in the Southeast region will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage new regional adjusters and claims managers to generate project opportunities
• Collaborate with Regional Managers (RMs), Managing Partners (MPs), and technical leads to map insurance industry networks
• Work with consultants, engineers, and other team members to ensure effective execution of initial assignments
• Facilitate communication between business development and operations to support client needs
• Participate in regional planning with Marketing and cross-functional teams to prioritize target firms and contacts
• Organize and attend local business development events and adjuster meetings
• Engage with relevant trade associations and include technical leads in outreach efforts
• Maintain accurate records of outreach, meetings, and pipeline in CRM
• Identify opportunities to expand Building Consulting (BC) and Engineering Services (ES) within existing client relationships
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, communications, marketing, or a similar field or equivalent years of experience
• 5+ years of experience in business development, sales, or client relationship management
• Familiarity with property services, insurance claims, or consulting sectors
• Proven ability to deliver high-impact, client-focused service through exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills

About Us

YA Group is an international professional services organization providing forensic consulting, engineering, risk mitigation, and related services. Founded over 25 years ago as a property damage consulting firm, YA has expanded through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Today, YA has over 800 professionals dedicated to excellence, partnership, and driving innovation.

Benefits

• Employee-focused culture
• Strong commitment to work-life balance
• Remote work options
• Flexible vacation & paid holidays
• Paid family care/sick leave
• Parental leave
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and more
• 401k with company match
• Career growth opportunities
• Competitive salaries