Agency Development Representative (P&C Insurance)

Swyfft; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401K with employer matching

20 days PTO annually

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

Swyfft is hiring a remote Sales Hunter to rapidly grow our U.S. agent base. You will identify, sign up, manage relationships, and drive new business across homeowners and commercial lines.

The role is 100% remote within allowed states and includes travel for trainings and meetings. Bachelor's degree required; 3+ years in MGA/carrier/agency sales preferred. We offer a strong benefits package, a performance-driven culture, and opportunities to advance as we reshape insurance pricing and binding

Qualifications

• 3+ years of sales experience in an MGA, carrier, or agency environment.
• Knowledge of Homeowners, Commercial, and Flood policies and programs.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Identify, source, and hunt down new agent relationships to rapidly grow our agent base.
• Present and explain how Swyfft fits with agents' customers and strategy.
• Deliver persuasive sales presentations to agents showcasing Swyfft's user experience and products.
• Promote Swyfft's platform through education of agents at trade shows, conferences, and industry events.
• Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activity, and market conditions to inform sales strategies.
• Partner with sales and marketing to improve our agency platform experience.

Skills

Hunter mindset

Goal oriented

Excellent communicator

Resilient

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

HubSpot CRM

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

MS Teams

Slack

Job description

At Swyfft, we're reshaping the way home insurance and commercial package products are priced and bound. We've created an insurance experience that's smart, instant, and designed to deliver unparalleled customer service. Our focus on lightning-fast quotes and seamless claims servicing is powered by cutting-edge technology and an Agent and Customer-centric approach that sets us apart in the industry. Joining Swyfft means becoming part of a dynamic team of forward-thinkers who thrive on moving fast and delivering exceptional products. We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where creativity and positive energy thrive. As we continue to grow and expand, we're on the lookout for experienced professionals like you to join us in transforming the insurance landscape. If you're passionate about leveraging technology to provide the best customer service experience and are ready to be a part of our journey, we welcome you to explore opportunities at Swyfft!

About the Position:

We have a great opportunity on our Sales team for a highly motivated "hunter" to seek out, sign up, manage relationships, and do whatever it takes to rapidly grow our existing agent base. This is a fast-paced position that is perfect for someone who is self-motivated and goal-oriented.*This position is a 100% remote U.S. based opportunity that can be based in one of the following states only: AL, AZ, FL, GA, KY, LA, MA, MO, NC, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI.

Some travel for day-to-day work, team meetings, and training will be required.

Key Responsibilities: (What you'll be asked to do)

• * Identify, source, and "hunt down" new agent relationships to rapidly grow our agent base.
• * Understand prospective agent's customer base and marketing strategy by presenting and explaining how Swyfft fits with their customers and strategy.
• * Deliver persuasive sales presentations to agents by showcasing Swyfft's world-class user experience and the products we offer.
• * Promote Swyfft's platform through the education of agents at trade shows, conferences, and industry events.
• * Stay updated on industry trends, competitor activity, and market conditions to inform sales strategies.
• * Partner with our sales and marketing team members to improve our agency platform experience.

The Successful Candidate: (What we're looking for)

• * Genuine passion for selling; you are charismatic and display enthusiasm in everything that you do. Potential customers are eager to listen to you.
• * You don't wait for the phone to ring; you make the calls, knock on doors, and find new relationships that lead to increased production.
• * You have a resilient personality; you can overcome any objection that comes your way and can turn setbacks into steppingstones.
• * You're comfortable working in a metric-driven, goal-oriented sales environment.
• * Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. You can craft persuasive communications to capture the attention of even the most skeptical prospects.
• * Your natural curiosity about the P&C world makes you a valuable player in policy language and coverage.

Some Requirements:

• * 3+ years of sales experience in an MGA, carrier, or agency environment.
• * Previous knowledge of Homeowners, Commercial, and Flood policies and programs.

Education:

• * Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required.
• * High School Diploma or its equivalent (GED) is required.

Computer Skills:

• * We're an MS Office environment (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• * Experience using video and chat technology (MSTeams & Slack)
• * Experience with CRM programs such as HubSpot is a plus.

Other:

• * Reliable high-speed internet connectivity required.
• * Designated quiet work from home space.

Compensation for this position will vary based on skills, qualifications, and experience. Base compensation does not include bonuses or other incentives that the company may choose to pay at its sole discretion. In addition to base compensation Swyfft offers a comprehensive benefit package. We Have a Great Benefits Package!

• * Medical, Dental, and Vision
• * Short- and Long-Term Disability (Company Paid)
• * Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• * Employee Life & AD&D (Company Paid)
• * Voluntary Employee, Spouse, and Child Life & AD&D
• * Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit FSA, and Healthcare Savings Account (HSA)
• * 401K with a generous matching contribution and no vesting schedule
• * 20 days of PTO annually (prorated based on hire date)
• * Company Paid Holidays and 2 "Choose Your Own Holidays"

It is the policy of Swyfft to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, or local law. EOE/AA/M/D/V/F.