Business Manager

As a Business Manager at our agency, you will be responsible for developing and implementing business strategies to achieve sales and growth targets. You will oversee the hiring, training, and development of agency staff, ensuring their performance meets expectations. Monitoring agency compliance with state and federal insurance laws is crucial, along with building and maintaining relationships with clients. Your role will involve handling high-level customer complaints, working closely with insurance carriers to stay informed on product and policy changes, and promoting the agency's services through marketing and networking activities. Managing the agency's budget and financial operations, including forecasting and reporting, will be part of your responsibilities. Regular staff meetings will be conducted to keep employees motivated and informed about business operations. To excel in this role, you should possess a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, or a related field (MBA preferred). Additionally, you should have at least 1 year of proven experience in a managerial or leadership role, demonstrating a strong track record of driving business growth and profitability. Strong leadership skills are essential for managing, mentoring, and motivating teams across multiple functions. Experience in managing cross-functional teams and departments, such as sales, finance, marketing, and operations, will be beneficial. A solid understanding of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, is required to analyze financial data and market trends for informed decision-making. Your background in sales strategy and execution will be crucial for identifying new opportunities and driving revenue growth. Experience in managing customer relationships, partnerships, and vendor negotiations will also be valuable. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills are needed to make sound decisions under pressure and resolve operational challenges. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, along with strong negotiation skills, will aid in securing contracts and managing key business relationships. Project management experience, including delivering projects on time and within budget, will be advantageous. Proficiency in business management software and Microsoft Office Suite, as well as familiarity with data analytics tools, is essential for tracking business performance. Adaptability to a rapidly changing environment and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously are necessary. You should also be willing to take on additional responsibilities as needed to ensure organizational success. In this role, you will have the opportunity for career growth, provided you exhibit strong leadership, strategic planning, financial acumen, effective communication, and adaptability.,