Muni Insurance · 3 months ago
Business Development Associate
Waterbury, Connecticut, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry Level
$21/hr - $21/hrMuni Insurance is a fast-growing, independent insurance agency headquartered in Waterbury, CT, focused on providing personal, commercial, and specialty insurance solutions. The Business Development Associate will be responsible for expanding the agency's brand visibility, generating new commercial insurance opportunities, and cultivating relationships with business owners and community partners.
Auto InsuranceCommercial InsuranceFinancial ServicesHealth InsuranceInsuranceProperty Insurance
Responsibilities
Conduct regular in-person business visits to introduce Muni Insurance, distribute marketing materials, and build connections
Develop and maintain a pipeline of local businesses (contractors, retail, real estate, hospitality, transportation, etc.)
Attend and actively participate in networking events, trade shows, chamber of commerce meetings, and community functions
Build referral partnerships with mortgage brokers, realtors, accountants, attorneys, and restoration companies
Represent Muni Insurance at local and regional business events to increase brand awareness
Assist in planning and hosting agency-sponsored networking events, Lunch & Learns, and community initiatives
Coordinate co-branded events with carrier partners and local businesses
Support social media and marketing efforts by providing photos, videos, and success stories from the field
Identify, qualify, and schedule meetings with potential commercial clients
Collaborate with insurance producers and account managers to ensure smooth quoting and onboarding processes
Maintain accurate lead data and follow-up activities in CRM or tracking systems
Meet weekly goals for visits, appointments, and quotes generated
Submit weekly activity and performance reports (visits, leads, events, conversions)
Track ROI on outreach efforts and assist in preparing monthly business development summaries
Continuously assess market opportunities and provide feedback on competitive trends
Qualification
Required
Prior experience in sales, marketing, or business development (insurance or financial services preferred)
Strong networking and communication skills — professional presence and confidence in meeting new people
Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and highly organized with the ability to track and manage multiple leads
Willingness to travel locally and represent Muni Insurance at community events
Basic understanding of commercial insurance (or willingness to learn quickly)
Proficiency with CRM tools, Microsoft Office, and social media platforms (LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram)
Benefits
Performance-based bonuses and commission opportunities
Mileage reimbursement and event expense coverage
Ongoing professional development and insurance education opportunities
Supportive, energetic, and growth-focused company culture
Company
Muni Insurance
Muni Insurance offers health, homeowner's, and rental insurance with a focus on personalized coverage and modern technology.
Founded in 2015
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase