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Marketing & Business Development Representative

Kansas City, MO
$65,000 to $80,000
About the role:
Our client is a commercial lines specialty insurance agency. They are growing and are looking for a dynamic, outgoing Business Development Representative to help expand awareness and adoption of their specialty programs. This is not a desk-bound role. It’s ideal for someone who thrives on face-to-face interaction, live events, speaking engagements, and relationship-driven business development, while working closely with Sales and Marketing to convert interest into opportunity.
Duties and responsibilities:
Front-line ambassador for the agency—building relationships, educating prospects, and creating momentum for sales team.
Represent the agency at industry conferences, tradeshows, networking events, and community functions nationwide.
Engage prospects, gather contact information, and educate them on coverage options within the client insurance program.
Serve as a speaker or panelist at industry events to share insights, elevate our expertise, and grow brand visibility.
Proactively follow up with leads from events and outreach efforts.
Qualify prospects and seamlessly transition opportunities to the Sales team for proposal development.
Engage in relevant social media groups and online communities, answering questions and positioning the agency as a trusted resource.
Experience:
Strong communication and interpersonal skills—you connect easily and authentically.
Comfort speaking to groups, presenting, and appearing on camera.
Self-motivated, organized, and proactive.
Willingness to travel regularly (including occasional weekends).
Familiarity with CRM tools and disciplined follow-up habits.
Background in business development, sales, or marketing.
Experience in insurance or financial services is a plus.
P&C insurance license required (or ability to obtain within a defined timeframe).
Compensation:
$65,000 to $80,000, bonus, competitive benefits