Now Hiring - Farmers Insurance - District 61 - Insurance Agent Trainee in Midlothian, VA

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Job Overview About Farmers Insurance: Farmers Insurance is a leading provider of a wide range of insurance products and services. With over 90 years of experience, Farmers is committed to offering customized insurance solutions to meet the needs of individuals and businesses. Farmers Insurance is not just a placed to work - it's a place to grow your career. We believe in fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment where all employees can thrirve. Our Agent Trainee Program provides aspiring professionals with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience, mentoring, and skill development to launch a successful career in insurance. About the Insurance Agent Trainee Program: The Insurance Agent Trainee Program at Farmers Insurance is a comprehensive, hands-on career development initiative designed for motivated individuals who want to build a long-term career in the insurance industry. The program provides participants with training, mentorship, and real-world experience in both sales and customer service, while learning from experienced professionals in the field. Through the fully paid training program, you'll work alongside a team of experts to develop critical business and industry skills, including client management, policy analysis, sales strategy, and operations. As a trainee, you'll be empowered to take ownership of your professional growth, while receiving support from Farmers Insurance's leadership team every step of the way. Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year Benefits Annual Base Salary + Commission + Bonus Opportunities On-target first year earnings (OTE) of $55,000 - $75,000 with uncapped commission potential Comprehensive and Fully Paid Hands on Training Mentorship Career Growth Opportunities Weekday/daytime work schedule Paid Time Off (PTO) Requirements Qualifications: * Licensure: An active Property & Casualty and *Life, Health & Annuities license *or willingness to get with our support within a communicated timeline. * Experience: No prior insurance experience required. However, customer service, sales, or any relevant professional experience is a plus. * Skills: o Strong communication and interpersonal skills o Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities o Ability to work independently and as part of a team o Motivated, self-driven, and goal-oriented o Ability to handle customer inquiries with professionalism and courtesy o Tech-savvy and quick to learn new systems and tools Responsibilities Key Responsibilities: * Sales & Client Engagement: Support the sales process by helping new and existing clients understand their insurance needs and offering appropriate coverage solutions. Build relationships and maintain customer loyalty through excellent service. * Learning & Development: Participate in ongoing training and development to become knowledgeable about Farmers' insurance products, systems, and processes. Learn the ins and outs of the industry with the guidance of a mentor. * Mentorship & Collaboration: Work directly with experienced insurance professionals who will provide guidance, advice, and feedback as you progress through the program. Build a network of industry contacts and internal connections. * Policy & Product Knowledge: Gain expertise in various insurance products including auto, home, life, and business insurance. Learn to navigate industry tools and software to provide effective and efficient solutions to customers. * Problem-Solving & Customer Service: Assist with resolving customer inquiries, claims, or service issues promptly and professionally. Use critical thinking to address challenges and ensure client satisfaction. * Career Development: Complete performance milestones and goals with a focus on advancing into a full-time career in insurance after the program's completion. Explore potential career paths within the company, including opportunities in sales, operations, claims, or management. About Us Farmers is proud to serve more than 10 million households with more than 19 million individual policies across all 50 states through the efforts of over 48,000 exclusive and independent agents and nearly 21,000 employees. Our story began with the simple goal of insuring the vehicles of rural farmers but as the world changed, so did we. Today, the companies comprising the Farmers Insurance Group of Companies make up one of the country's largest insurers of vehicles, homes and small businesses and provide a wide range of other insurance and financial services products. You may know us by our famous jingle 'We are Farmers, bum-ba-dum, bum-bum-bum- bum' or by our tagline 'We know a thing or two, because we've seen a thing or two'.