Now Hiring - Insurance Sales Agent in Salem, VA

A prominent insurance brokerage firm located in Salem, Virginia is looking for an experienced sales person. The applicant must hold a life and health license with at least five years’ experience in the health insurance field. They must have a proven track record in production with great work ethic, honesty and integrity.

Job Purpose

The Life & Health Insurance Sales Producer position is an essential, client-facing role that acts as our front-line for new business growth and client retention. The responsibilities listed below center around our strategy to profitably grow our business.

Qualified candidates for this role will be sales and results oriented with an equal focus on providing extraordinary customer care to each and every client.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Develop and maintain an active list of prospects through a variety of methods including (but not limited to) networking, cold calls, referral development and inter-company introductions.

· Generate new business applications for prospects ensuring timely submission to obtain quotes. Utmost attention to detail, adherence to underwriting guidelines and persistent follow-up will be critical for proper issuance of policies.

· Field questions from prospects and customers regarding insurance coverage options, policy provisions, discounts and pricing and other information that might be requested.

· Work closely with Agent to help achieve premium and retention targets for all lines of selected business.

· Become acquainted with, and a robust user of, the Agency Management System. This will include attending both live and recorded training sessions as well as independent study and 1-1 training in office.

· Interact with other producers and customer service personnel as needed to help the business consistently meet its growth and service objectives

· Every employee in the office will share responsibility for creating a unique and positive experience for our clients, prospects and business partners during each interaction.

Position Requirements

· Individuals must be goal driven, self-motivated and comfortable with individual accountability while also being collaborative and comfortable working in a team environment.

· 5 plus years’ experience within a Client Management environment

· Dedicated to delivering exceptional customer care to all prospects and clients.

· Experience in risk management is preferred. All candidates should have a proven track record of success in sales and marketing.

· Applicants should be comfortable with setting sales goals and crafting a detailed business plan to help meet those goals.

· Candidates must have an insurance license (Life & Health License).

· Bachelor’s degree or related work experience in the insurance industry.

· Able to interact comfortable, both over the phone and in person, with prospects, clients, referral sources and business colleagues both in and outside of Farmers Insurance.

· Excellent writing and communication skills.

· Some flexibility in work schedule. This position may require some evening and Saturday hours.

· Building and maintaining a book of business for a minimum of 5 years.

· Qualified candidates will have experience with self and level funding.

· Qualified candidates are not required to live in the Roanoke area. Candidates from outside the area are also encouraged to apply.

Required license or certification

· Life & Health License

Quality work environment including health, dental, vision, ancillary, and retirement benefits.

If you are interested in being part of a growing and dynamic organization, we encourage you to apply and submit your resume today!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Contract type:

• Contract

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location