Business Developer - Houston, TX

Salary: $68,000-$86,500 commensurate with experience

At GEICO, our associates are the heart of the company. We’re looking for Business Developers in our Houston, TX office who are driven, solution-oriented, and ready to take our business-to-business agency sales team to the next level.

As a Business Developer, you will deliver strategic sales initiatives with a defined territory of agencies and build their book of GEICO business through approved underwriting practices. Business Developers will use their strong ability to influence, along with analytical and decision-making skills to provide guidance and support that promotes preference for GEICO products and services. This role acts as a subject matter expert of product lines and systems to provide recommendations that improve customer experience, sales closure, and retention with new and existing customers in the business-to-business space. Business Developers help their agencies achieve sales targets through actionable goal setting and understanding of their business needs.

Enjoy the backing of the GEICO brand and experience a career path with one of the nation’s largest auto insurers. If you thrive in a fast-paced, competitive environment and have a passion for sales, this is your opportunity to be part of our team!

Qualifications & Skills:

• Must have 1 year of sales experience (business-to-business sales a plus)
• Must have 2 years of insurance experience
• Incumbent would be required to work full-time in office - must live within commuting distance to 21420 Merchants Way, Katy, TX 77449
• Highly effective oral and written communicator – must be comfortable presenting, persuading, and networking through multiple channels (in-person, virtually, over the phone, etc.)
• Ability to work individually and as a team collaborator with strong organizational skills in a fast-paced environment
• Experience interpreting and analyzing data to make informed decisions that support growth initiatives
• Knowledge of industry changes, technology, and desire for continued learning
  Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent
  
  Preferred Skills:
  
  • A bachelor’s degree
  • Prior experience with caseload management and customer follow-up
  • Prior experience working with different lines of insurance a plus (P&C, Commercial, Life/Health)

 

At this time, GEICO will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

 

Benefits:

As an Associate, you’ll enjoy our Total Rewards Program* to help secure your financial future and preserve your health and well-being, including:

• Premier Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with no waiting period**
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Parental Leave
• 401(k) Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Training and Licensures

*Benefits may be different by location.  Benefit eligibility requirements vary and may include length of service.

**Coverage begins on the date of hire. Must enroll in New Hire Benefits within 30 days of the date of hire for coverage to take effect.

The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.

GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.