Business Development Officer

Investors Title Insurance Company is seeking a West Virginia based Business Development Officer to expand its footprint across the state and into neighboring markets. This role blends a proven record in sales and business development with hands-on experience in real estate transactions to cultivate partnerships and drive growth within West Virginia and surrounding areas.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic growth initiatives to increase market share and profitability in West Virginia and adjacent states.
• Develop and strengthen referral networks with lenders, attorneys, realtors, builders, and other industry partners.
• Make at least 50 outreach calls per month, by phone or in person, within West Virginia and occasionally surrounding states.
• Provide proactive, professional client service through clear and timely communication.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to identify agency ownership or expansion opportunities.
• Represent the company at industry events and through professional organizations.
• Plan and host training seminars for clients and prospective partners.
• Support selected marketing and communications initiatives.

Requirements

• Must reside in West Virginia and be based at the main office.
• Willingness to travel extensively, approximately 75% of the time.
• Proven success in sales and relationship-driven business development.
• Hands-on experience with real estate transactions, including familiarity with title, lending, or closing processes.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Availability for early-morning and after-hours events.
• College degree or equivalent training, and/or at least five years of experience in banking, title insurance, real estate lending, or real estate transaction support.
• Minimum of three years of sales or business development experience.
• Two to three years of direct experience in real estate transactions (title, lending, closing, or related field).