Scott the Insurance Recruiter: Vice President, Business Development (Sales Manager)- Cedar Rapids or Des Moines, IA

I'm working with a terrific client that is looking to hire a new sales manager. Our client is a well respected agency that excels in both commercial P&C and benefits with multiple locations that is looking for a seasoned producer to join them as a sales manager. Their goal is to have this individual work with motivating existing producers, bring new producers into the mix and help transition acquisitions into the company culture. While they are willing to consider someone that wants to keep producing, their first goal is to have this individual focus solely on management with no production responsibilities. Compensation is competitive and there are ownership opportunities.

Vice President, Business Development

Our client is an independent insurance agency deeply rooted in the Midwest insurance market. As the company continues to grow the need for strategic leadership is important. This position, Vice President, Business Development, will balance the operational responsibilities of leading a full service brokerage with the visionary design needed for employee development, acquisitions and sales management.

Vice President, Business Development Leader Responsibilities:
Develop and implement strategies to improve sales success, account retention and service standards.
Supervise division managers holding several divisions (property and casualty, group benefits and financial services) accountable for the fulfillment of the agency's strategic growth goals with cross selling, acquisition integration and business development expansion major focal points.
Participate in recruiting, producer training and staff development.
Play an active role in agency marketing including carrier relationships, program development and geographic expansion.

Vice President, Business Development Leader Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree is preferred, commensurate experience will be considered; advanced college education or insurance accreditation (CPCU, RHU) is helpful.
At least 10-15 years of successful involvement within the insurance industry; must have in depth knowledge of agency operations, sales management and marketing.
Demonstrated ability to lead sales teams, develop and implement sales goals, participate in P&L plans, promote growth and diversity of your company's product platform and geographic expansion.

Please contact Scott Thompson for immediate confidential consideration and additional details. Email: sthompson@insurance-csg.com Phone: 515-987-0242 x455 Fax 515-987-0004 See our website at, www.csgrecruiting.com/ins_opportunities.htm for a complete listing of nationwide opportunities.

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