Principal Business Development Manager
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- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Insurtech, Fintech, LendingIndustries
Position Overview
- Location Type: Hybrid
- Employment Type: Permanent
- Salary: (Salary not provided in the text)
Simply Business is a digital insurance brokerage focused on simplifying insurance for small businesses. We leverage technology and data to offer a streamlined online experience for business owners, comparing quotes from over 20 top-rated insurance providers. Founded in the UK in 2005, we're an insurtech pioneer recognized as a best place to work, including recent rankings in Built In’s 2025 Best Companies to Work for in the US (Top 100) and Best Places to Work in Boston. We are seeking a Partnership Development Manager to drive growth through strategic partnerships.
Requirements
- Experience: 5+ years in sales, business development, or partnership development.
- Industry Preference: Preferably within the ecosystems of FinTech, Lending, InsureTech, and B2B2C.
Responsibilities
- Partnership Strategy Execution: Identify, negotiate, and launch high-impact partnerships aligned with Simply Business’ strategic goals.
- Pipeline Management: Build and maintain a strong pipeline of potential partners, proactively sourcing and cultivating relationships.
- Business Development: Lead meetings with potential partners, clearly communicating Simply Business’ value proposition and fostering mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Market Monitoring: Stay abreast of market trends and competitor activity to identify new partnership opportunities.
- External Representation: Actively participate in industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to promote Simply Business and build relationships.
- Strategic Influence: Leverage market insights and partnership experience to inform and shape broader partnership and distribution strategies.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams (legal, marketing, engineering, product management, data, etc.) to source, evaluate, and launch successful partnerships.
Company Information
- Company: Simply Business
- Industry: Insurtech
- Description: Digital insurance brokerage specializing in simplifying insurance for small businesses.
- Recognition: Named a best place to work (Built In’s 2025 Best Companies to Work for in the US - Top 100, Best Places to Work in Boston).
Skills
Partnership Development
Business Development
Negotiation
Pipeline Management
Market Monitoring
External Representation
Strategic Influence
Cross-functional Collaboration
Sales
Relationship Building
Simply Business
Provides tailored business insurance online
About Simply Business
Simply Business provides business insurance specifically designed for small businesses and landlords in the UK. Their offerings include various types of insurance such as public liability, professional indemnity, employers' liability, and specialized coverages like tool and van insurance. Clients can easily obtain quotes and purchase policies through their online platform, which allows for quick adjustments to coverage as business needs evolve. Unlike many traditional insurance providers, Simply Business focuses on the unique requirements of small enterprises, making the insurance process straightforward and flexible. Their goal is to be a reliable partner for small business owners, helping them protect their operations with tailored insurance solutions.
London, United KingdomHeadquarters
2000Year Founded
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
501-1,000Employees