Director of Business Development, Travel Insurance

AXA•Chicago, IL

21h•Hybrid

About The Position

Join AXA Partners as Our New Director of Business Development – Travel Insurance! Drive growth in a dynamic, global travel insurance market and lead innovative partnerships with top travel brands. Are you ready to shape the future of travel protection?

Requirements

Over 10 years of proven experience in sales and business development within the travel insurance industry, with strong knowledge of the US market.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex value propositions effectively.
A broad network of industry contacts, with a track record of building large-scale domestic and international travel insurance programs.
A strategic mindset with the ability to translate market insights into innovative product and partnership opportunities.
Self-driven, resourceful, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with long sales cycles.
Deep understanding of digital distribution channels and data-driven sales models.

Nice To Haves

Holding a relevant business degree
Insurance licensing
Knowledge of medical evacuation or political risk

Responsibilities

Lead the development of strategic partnerships with travel distributors, travel agencies, and digital channels to expand AXA’s travel insurance footprint globally.
Identify and qualify new business opportunities, ensuring alignment with AXA’s commercial goals and profitability standards.
Develop and execute targeted marketing and distribution strategies to convert prospects into loyal partners and customers.
Stay ahead of industry trends, regulatory changes, and competitive insights to craft innovative insurance solutions.
Collaborate closely with internal teams (Underwriting, Operations, Marketing) to facilitate seamless deal execution and cross-selling initiatives.
Drive negotiations, finalize commercial agreements, and oversee contract implementations for new partnerships.
Support expansion efforts in key markets such as the US and beyond, managing long sales cycles with a proactive approach.
Represent AXA Partners at industry events, enhancing visibility and positioning as a market leader in travel insurance.