Account Executive-Direct markets

Zurich 56 Company Ltd; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work

Job summary

Zurich Direct Markets in the United States is seeking an Account Executive for the Direct markets in our Pennsylvania territory. The role emphasizes developing new business, promoting Property and Casualty insurance and F&I products to automotive dealers, with remote work options.

You will build relationships, present sales solutions, attend industry events, and collaborate with field teams to drive profitability and exceed targets.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 1+ years of sales experience.
• OR: Completion of a Zurich-approved Apprenticeship program with an Associate Degree (no prior sales experience required).
• Ability to obtain insurance sales licenses where required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business prospects, focusing on Property and Casualty insurance for automotive dealers.
• Attend automotive industry events to promote Zurich’s sales initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing customers.
• Communicate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain solid relationships.
• Manage and grow your assigned territory to achieve profitability and exceed sales targets.
• Conduct sales presentations in-person or via Microsoft Teams.
• Collaborate with field team to implement programs and strengthen customer relationships.
• Work remotely in an entrepreneurial environment.

Skills

Outside sales

Closing techniques

Insurance industry knowledge

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Zurich-approved Apprenticeship with Associate Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Account Executive-Direct markets

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If you’re an experienced and driven sales leader, now is the perfect time to take the next step in your career by joining Zurich Direct Markets. We currently have an exciting opportunity for aAccount Executive in our highly successful Pennsylvania territory.

Immediate benefits include work from home flexibility, travel, a competitive base salary with uncapped incentives, excellent benefits (Medical, Dental, 401k, PTO), and a Company Car (subject to a driving record check) provided.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 1+ years of sales experience
• OR
• Completion of a Zurich-approved Apprenticeship program with an Associate Degree (no prior sales experience required).
• Ability to obtain insurance sales licenses where required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4+ years of business-to-business outside sales experience.
• Strong understanding of direct sales principles, closing techniques, and industry-specific terminology.
• Familiarity with insurance industry regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Current insurance sales licenses (where required) or the ability to be licensed.
• Experience with financial statement analysis.

Background:

Zurich Direct Markets specializes in offering Property and Casualty insurance and F&I products to the automotive industry, supported by a dedicated field sales team that regularly engages directly with clients. In this role, we’re seeking a top-performing individual with exceptional outside sales skills.

As an Account Executive, your responsibilities will include:

Identifying and developing new business prospects, focusing on providing Property and Casualty insurance to large automotive dealers, while also supporting F&I product marketing within the assigned territory.

Attending Automotive industry events to promote Zurich’s sales and marketing initiatives.

Building and maintaining strong relationships with both new and existing customers.

Effectively communicating with internal and external stakeholders via various channels (in-person and virtual) to maintain solid relationships.

Managing and growing your assigned territory to achieve profitability and exceed sales targets.

Conducting sales presentations either in-person or via Microsoft Teams.

Collaborating with field team members to ensure seamless implementation of programs and products, while strengthening customer relationships.

Working remotely in an entrepreneurial environment

Your pay at Zurich is based on your role, location, skills, and experience. We follow local laws to ensure fair compensation. You may also be eligible for bonuses and merit increases. If your expectations are above the listed range, we still encourage you to apply- your unique background matters to us.

The annual variable compensation range, based on performance under the sales incentive plan for this role, is $57,200.00 - $93,700.00. This position included a variable component that is based on an individual’s performance under the applicable sales incentive plan.

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At Zurich, we value your ideas and experience. We offer growth, inclusion, and a supportive environment- so you can help shape the future of insurance. Zurich North America is a leader in risk management, with over 150 years of expertise and coverage across 25+ industries, including 90% of the Fortune 500.

Join us for a brighter future—for yourself and our customers.

Zurich in North America does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or other characteristics protected by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer disability/vets.

Zurich complies with 18 U.S. Code 1033.

Please note: Zurich does not accept unsolicited CVs from agencies. Preferred vendors should use our Recruiting Agency Portal.

Location(s):
Remote Working: Yes
Schedule: Full Time