Now Hiring - Gateway Underwriters Agency - Account Executive in Chicago, IL

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Description: The Agency Representative communicates with prospective and current customers the value proposition of Gateway while developing and growing relationships with these customers through on-site meetings and telling the Gateway Story. Essential Functions: * Prospecting for new customers (Retail P&C Agencies) via telephone, internet or while traveling. * Establishing and growing the customer base to generate new business premium. * Following up and maintaining strong relationships with existing customer base. * Making a minimum of 16 customer visits per week in large geographic area. * Managing sales territory to maximize premium growth and customer satisfaction. * Effectively communicating with Gateway's in-house underwriting team. * Maximizing time management techniques in setting and implementing customer appointments. * Attending and participating in sales and management meetings. * Utilizing Gateway Sales Systems (ACT), Operating Systems (AIM) and Microsoft Office software to maximize potential business growth through documentation and written/verbal communication as needed. * Enhancing personal development through Continuing Education courses and attaining Insurance Designations (RPLU, ASLI, AINS, CPCU) Other Duties and Responsibilities: * Assist in training new teammates. * Actively participate in team huddles * Communicate ideas for procedural or workflow improvement. * Assist the administrative specialist when needed Minimum Job Requirements: * Excellent communication skills. * A positive attitude. * Ability to work independently and manage their own schedule * The ability to learn and comprehend quickly. * A history of personal and business development. * A history of successful planning & execution of customer travel. * Have a state driver's license and driving record in good standing. Compensation * Competitive starting salary with potential year end bonus. * Fully paid medical benefits and profit sharing program. Education: * College Degree