Business Development
Full Time • Larchmont
Description
Join a team of professionals who are focused on agency growth. We are looking for a Personal Lines Producer who will drive new business to our agency. Our sales team is provided best in class training and support in achieving goals including business development intelligence, a fully staffed service and administrative team, and risk management solutions to bring added value to your accounts!
Job Overview
As a Licensed Personal Lines Producer you will be responsible for leveraging our existing and upcoming technologies to drive new Personal business to develop a book of clients. The desire and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision is essential to your success. You must also be extremely detail-oriented, attain a high level of personal lines knowledge and have experience handling a vast array of account relationships. Our local agents will focus on rounding out accounts to insure and protect the full scope of risks within a household. In addition, you will be expected to work to identify Commercial insurance opportunities.
Daily and Monthly Responsibilities
- Generate new revenue and grow your own book of business through consistent sales efforts; this includes, but is not limited to, soliciting business via telephone, networking, on-site visits, and other lead sources
- Assess potential clients needs and recommend products, while proactively cross-sell additional products as appropriate
- Advise clients regarding personal risk and liability; explain complex policies and the technical aspects of various coverage options to help clients make informed decisions that meet and/or exceed their needs
- Foster and cultivate relationships with internal and external team members
- Attend and actively participate in internal meetings as required (staff meetings, sales meetings, etc.)
- Schedule meetings with clients as appropriate
- Actively support and serve as a role model for company mission and core values
- Meet continuing education requirements to maintain all applicable licenses
- Build local community relationships and participate in community, charity, and trade association opportunities
Requirements
- Newly licensed, and experienced applicant may apply
- Property & Casualty License required prior to start ; additional licenses/certifications a plus
- Sales-focused self-starter with drive and determination to more than double income through commissions
- Exceptional interpersonal skills; proven track record of building and maintaining relationships while maintaining appropriate levels of confidentiality
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills as well as excellent presentation skills; able to create and deliver presentations via multiple mediums to individuals as well as varied groups of people
- Strong quantitative and analytical capabilities as well as a technical understanding of personal insurance products; ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex information and apply to practical situations
- Proven history of personal initiative, efficiency, attention to detail, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and performing quality work within deadlines with or without supervision
- PC proficiency required, including MS Office
Becoming an Insurance Professional
Insurance Professionals go by many names: Brokers, Underwriters, Claims Representatives, Adjusters, Actuaries, etc. No matter the name, what they all have in common is a calling to help prepare people for the future.
NAPAA members understand the value of customers. They recognize that treating customers fairly and honestly is the only way to enjoy lasting success. Consumers can take comfort in knowing that, in terms of the qualities they seek in an insurance agent, NAPAA member agents are among the best there are.
As there is an upcoming worker shortage in the Insurance industry, the demand for Insurance Professionals is growing every day! Is this career right for you?
This agency is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the agency, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of the agency. All inquiries about employment at this agency should be made directly to the agency location, and not to NAPAA.
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Career advancement in a growing field
With more than 400,000 job openings in the next five years across the U.S., the insurance industry offers a huge opportunity for employment and career advancement. Plus, the industry continues to evolve and provide new careers paths in sales, customer service, analytics, digital marketing, technology, and more. (Source: investprogram.org)
Flexibility
Insurance can give you a rewarding career and well-rounded life with jobs that are not only fulfilling but may offer flexible schedules and great office culture. In a U.S News and World Report article featuring 'Best Jobs of 2020,' Insurance Agent ranked #2 on their 'Sales & Marketing Jobs' list. (Source: investprogram.org)
Make a Difference
Independent agents are pillars in their communities and active in local organizations, sponsoring sporting teams or supporting charities. Insurance offers you the chance to make a career out of helping individuals when they suffer a loss and need assistance. (Source: investprogram.org)
Job Security
Things change but insurance is here to stay. People will always need it for their car, home, business, travel, and more. The insurance industry touches all aspects of life - and that will not change. (Source: investprogram.org)