Business Development Executive
Company: Lake View Insurance
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description About Us Konen Insurance is a
trusted independent agency providing a comprehensive suite of
insurance solutions designed to protect our clients from the
unexpected. We do more than sell insurance-we partner with our
clients to help them make informed decisions about their protection
and future. As a family-owned business, we are committed to
fostering a workplace culture of courtesy, respect, and empowerment
for our employees. Position: Business Development Executive (BDE)
The Business Development Executive (BDE) plays a key role in
driving new business growth through a consultative sales approach.
This position focuses on prospecting, qualifying, and selling
business services to qualified prospects while maintaining and
growing a strong client base. The ideal candidate is
self-motivated, goal-driven, and thrives in a competitive sales
environment. Licensing Requirement A valid insurance license is
required for this role. If you do not currently hold an insurance
license, you will be required to obtain one within 90 days of
employment. To support your success, we cover the cost of the
licensing class and exam. Compensation & Benefits Pay range:
$40,000 - $60,000/year (based on experience) Performance-based
bonus and incentive opportunities Major medical insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance Voluntary life and
dental insurance Paid time off (PTO) Paid holidays Retirement
savings account Company-sponsored events Opportunities for
professional growth and advancement Key Responsibilities Develop
and implement an approved sales business plan aligned with company
sales goals. Meet or exceed annual sales goals and activity
standards. Actively prospect and contact potential clients,
schedule appointments, present solutions, and close new business
accounts. Maintain a prospect list in the agency CRM system. Target
businesses in key specialties, handling proposals ranging from
$25,000 to $250,000. Complete new business documentation for
account managers to submit to appropriate markets. Collaborate with
account managers on marketing and placing insurance. Attend sales
seminars, company sales meetings, and industry educational
activities to stay up to date on market trends and sales
techniques. Participate in and lead special projects at
management's request. Qualifications & Skills 2 years of measurable
B2B sales success preferred. Prior experience in prospecting,
qualifying, persuading, and closing sales in a B2B or B2C
environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Understanding of prospecting software tools and CRM systems.
Familiarity with risk assessment and risk management techniques.
Strong desire to succeed, win, and exceed targets. Bachelor's
degree preferred, but not required. Why Join Konen Insurance? At
Konen Insurance, we value diversity, collaboration, and
professional growth. We are an equal opportunity employer and do
not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin,
gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or
disability status.
Keywords: Lake View Insurance, Orland Park , Business Development Executive, Sales , Chicago, Illinois
