Business Development Associate

Clearwater, SC - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Our Company

Explore how you can contribute at AmeriLife.

For over 50 years AmeriLife has been a leader in the development marketing and distribution of annuity life and health insurance solutions for those planning for and living in retirement.

Associates get satisfaction from knowing they provide agents marketers and carrier partners the support needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry.

Job Summary

AmeriLife Benefits a division of AmeriLife Group LLC is a national leader in the employee benefits market. We provide employee executive and retirement benefit solutions in addition to administrative services through our affiliates Benefits Direct Blue Chip Benefits Taylor & Sons Insurance Agency and National Insurance Marketing Brokers LLC (NIMBL). Our customized plan solutions engaging employee communication and enrollment services and leading-edge group billing and pre-tax account administration help increase competitiveness reduce costs and streamline the administration of benefits programs.

As a Business Development Associate you will play a vital role in driving the growth of our firm by identifying nurturing and converting new employer group opportunities. This role bridges early-stage prospecting with hands-on coordination through the sales funnel and into implementation ensuring a seamless handoff to our client service teams. You will be instrumental in maintaining pipeline momentum and creating an outstanding first impression for new clients.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support the growth of new employer group opportunities by conducting outbound prospecting lead follow-up and referral outreach under the guidance of senior sales leadership.

Build and maintain an active prospect list of employer groups and broker partners focusing on consistent outreach and meeting-setting activity.

Conduct introductory discovery conversations with prospective employers and brokers to understand basic benefit needs current challenges and interest level.

Qualify opportunities by gathering key information (group size current benefits renewal timing decision makers) and determining next steps.

Schedule and coordinate meetings for senior sales leaders and account executives ensuring proper preparation and follow-up.

Nurture early-stage relationships through timely follow-up educational touchpoints and consistent communication.

Assist in proposal and presentation preparation including data collection internal coordination and meeting logistics.

Accurately track all sales activity and opportunities in the CRM maintaining clean data and clear notes to support pipeline visibility.

Learn the firms solutions carrier partners and value proposition developing the ability to clearly articulate core offerings and differentiators.

Participate in training coaching and ride-along meetings applying feedback to improve prospecting effectiveness and conversation quality.

Demonstrate strong professionalism responsiveness and follow-through in all interactions with prospects brokers and internal teams.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Higher education degree preferably bachelors degree
1-3 years of experience in business development sales support or client services inside the benefits / insurance industry
Comfortable working in CRM platforms and experience using Microsoft office
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to multitask prioritize and manage time efficiently in a fast-paced work environment
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills; must be able to work effectively coordinating between various members in the organization to be successful in role. Effective oral and written communication skills required
Flexible and adaptable; energetic and self-driven
Proactive and collaborative mindset with a desire to grow in client-facing career path.

AMERILIFE BENEFITS

AmeriLife Benefits a division of AmeriLife Group LLC is a national leader in the employee benefits market. We provide voluntary executive and retirement benefits and administration services through our business segments of Benefits Direct Blue Chip Benefits LLC Taylor & Sons Insurance Agency LLC and National Insurance Marketing Brokers LLC (NIMBL). We serve mid-large employer groups and medical brokers with best-in-breed benefit plan solutions communication and enrollment group billing and pre-tax account administration to enable employers to maximize the competitiveness of their benefits programs while reducing costs and streamlining administration.

What AmeriLife Offers

A comprehensive benefits package that includes PTO medical dental vision retirement savings disability insurance and life insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity at all levels of the organization. All employment decisions are made without regard to race color religion creed sex (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding or related medical conditions) sexual orientation gender identity or expression age national origin ancestry disability genetic information marital status veteran or military status or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal state or local law. We are committed to providing an inclusive equitable and respectful workplace where all employees can thrive.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

We are committed to full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and all applicable state and local disability laws. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities throughout the application and employment process. Requests for accommodation will be handled confidentially. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process please contact us at .

Pay Transparency Statement

We are committed to pay transparency and equity in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. Compensation for this role will be determined based on skills qualifications experience and market factors. Where required by law the pay range for this position will be disclosed in the job posting or provided upon request. Additional compensation information such as benefits bonuses and commissions will be provided as required by law. We do not discriminate or retaliate against employees or applicants for inquiring about discussing or disclosing their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant as protected under applicable law. Pay ranges are available upon request.

Background Screening Statement

Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening which may include employment verification education verification criminal history check and other job-related inquiries as permitted by law. All screenings are conducted in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws and information collected will be kept confidential. If any adverse decision is made based on the results applicants will be notified and given an opportunity to respond.

Required Experience:

Our CompanyExplore how you can contribute at AmeriLife.For over 50 years AmeriLife has been a leader in the development marketing and distribution of annuity life and health insurance solutions for those planning for and living in retirement.Associates get satisfaction from knowing they provide agen...