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Brokers International Competitive Intelligence Analyst in Urbandale, Iowa
Job Title: Competitive Intelligence Analyst
Business Unit: Brokers International
Location: Urbandale, IA
About Brokers International
As The Original Agency Builder since 1983™, Brokers International is one of the largest and most experienced insurance marketing organizations in the country. We work effortlessly to help our agency partners and their financial professionals build their businesses and serve their customers through innovative products, marketing, compliance, and operational support. In June of 2021, we partnered with Integrity Marketing Group, the nation’s largest independent distributor of life and health insurance products, to help us expand our reach and provide a more holistic planning service to agents and agencies across the industry.
Under the leadership of President Mark Williams, BI is making significant investments in talent, operations, sales and marketing capabilities, and digital platforms in order to step-change its ability to drive accelerated growth as a strategic partner.
BI’s culture is one of inclusion and passionate teamwork. You will be surrounded by individuals that are passionate about our company, our brand, the level of support we provide our partners, and working as one integrated team. Our core values are Teamwork, Work Ethic, Integrity, and Customer Service. If you are up for the challenge, come join us and be part of taking BI on a new journey of accelerated growth and success.
Job Summary
We are currently seeking a knowledgeable and committed Competitive Intelligence Analyst to join our team. The Competitive Intelligence Analyst role acts as a go-to resource for sales, research, data, and knowledge of Annuity and Life products. The role would use various product comparison tools to gain knowledge, insights and the inner workings of products to assist Brokers International understand the positioning of the products, counter arguments, and provide alternative solutions. To be successful you must be motivated, a life-long learner, and have a strong affinity for creating an excellent customer service experience.
Primary Responsibilities:
Prepare reports, presentations, briefings, one-pagers and webinars to provide information to various audiences based on comprehensive research and analysis. Provide support to additional teams on best practices and strategy.
Conduct thorough research and analysis of competitive landscapes, markets and products. Maintain in-depth knowledge of the industry to ensure innovation and adaptation ahead of market. Monitor, track and record insights on upcoming and new competitor product launches.
Collaborating with industry and team stakeholders to provide solutions to various requests across different business areas and drive business performance. Collectively working to compare/contrast our products with our competitors and provide alternative solutions.
Document preparation of industry trends to provide guidance and recommendations for products and services. Ensure documents would need to be easily digestible for internal staff, wholesaler partners and respective agents.
Various special projects for executive, wholesaler partners, as well as sales and client teams.
Recommend resources, policies and procedures needed to upgrade/update the current systems and create efficiencies.
Primary Skills & Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree (B.A. or B.S.) from four-year College or University; three to four years of relevant experience: and/or combination of education and experience.
Experience in Life and Annuity insurance industry
Detailed knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
Excellent presentation skills with the ability to clearly communicate complex, detailed and sensitive information
Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously
About Integrity
Integrity is one of the nation’s leading independent distributors of life, health, and wealth insurance products. With a strong Insurtech focus, we embrace a broad and innovative approach to serving agents and clients alike. Integrity is driven by a singular purpose: to help people protect their life, health and wealth so they can prepare for the good days ahead.
Integrity offers you the opportunity to start a career in a family-like environment that is rewarding and cutting edge. Why? Because we put our people first! At Integrity, you can start a new career path at company you’ll love, and we’ll love you back. We’re proud of the work we do and the culture we’ve built, where we celebrate your hard work and support you daily. Joining us means being part of a hyper-growth company with tons of professional opportunities for you to accelerate your career. Integrity offers our people a competitive compensation package, including benefits that make work more fun and give you and your family peace of mind.
Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Integrity is committed to meeting Americans wherever they are — in person, over the phone or online. Integrity’s employees support hundreds of thousands of independent agents who serve the needs of millions of clients nationwide. For more information, visit Integrity.com.
Integrity, LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, Integrity, LLC will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.