Agency Development - Sales Specialist

Mykelly; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual base salary + Bonus

PTO – 19 days/year

9 paid holidays/year

Hands-on training

Mon-Fri schedule

Career growth opportunities

Medical/dental/vision benefits

Retirement savings

Direct deposit

Weekly pay

Job summary

Farmers Insurance in Madison, WI offers an Agency Development pathway designed to train future insurance professionals and business leaders. You will receive hands-on coaching, access to industry systems, and a clear route to leadership within Farmers’ agency network.

The program provides paid licensing support, a base salary with bonus opportunities, and early exposure to marketing, leadership, and growth strategies, all while working a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• Active Property & Casualty License required.
• Life & Health License preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 1 year of sales and customer-facing experience.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to explain insurance coverages and solutions clearly.

Responsibilities

• Obtain Property & Casualty License through the sponsored licensing program.
• Generate quotes and recommend insurance solutions.
• Sell Auto, Home, Renters, Umbrella Insurance products.
• Build and strengthen customer relationships.
• Deliver exceptional customer service.
• Learn key performance metrics and business fundamentals.
• Gain exposure to marketing, leadership, recruiting, sales management and growth strategies.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer-facing experience

Communication skills

Time management

Self-motivated

Networking

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Agency Development Sales Specialist

Overview

Are you looking for more than just a job? Do you want a clear pathway to professional growth, leadership development, and long-term career success?

Farmers Insurance is seeking motivated, ambitious individuals to join Agency Owner Development Schools, a unique opportunity designed to develop future insurance professionals and business leaders.

This is not a traditional insurance sales position. You'll train in an innovative training facility with access to Farmers industry-leading systems, proven processes, hands on coaching, and the full support of one of the nation’s most recognized insurance organizations.

Throughout the program, you'll receive direct mentorship from highly successful and experienced Farmers Insurance professionals who have built outstanding careers and understand what it takes to succeed at the highest levels.

Salary: $42,500.00 per year

Benefits

• Annual Base Salary + Bonus Opportunities
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – 19 days/year (accrued)
• 9 Paid Holidays/year
• Hands on Training
• Mon-Fri Schedule
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Kelly benefit offerings include medical/dental/vision, retirement savings, direct deposit, weekly pay and more!

Requirements

• Active Property & Casualty License required
• Life & Health License preferred
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 1 year of sales and customer-facing experience
• Proven ability to meet goals and achieve results
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to explain insurance coverages and solutions in a clear, customer-friendly manner
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Self-motivated mindset with the ability to work independently
• Comfortable networking and developing new business opportunities
• Interest in professional growth and advancing within the insurance industry

Responsibilities

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Obtain your Property & Casualty Insurance License through the sponsored licensing program
• Generate quotes and recommend insurance solutions
• Sell Auto, Home, Renters, Umbrella Insurance products
• Build and strengthen customer relationships
• Deliver exceptional customer service
• Learn key performance metrics and business fundamentals
• Gain exposure to marketing, leadership, recruiting, sales management and growth strategies

Year One – Employed by Kelly OCG on assignment with Farmers Insurance

• Complete licensing requirements
• Learn sales strategies and customer relationship management
• Develop production skills through structured training and mentorship
• Achieve performance goals while building a strong foundation for success

Year Two

• Continue building your book of business
• Strengthen leadership capabilities
• Expand industry knowledge and professional expertise
• Gain greater exposure to business operations and growth strategies

Future Advancement Opportunities

High-performing individuals may qualify for advanced business development and leadership opportunities within the Farmers agency network.

CAREER GROWTH PATH:

Farmers Insurance has engaged Kelly OCG as its talent acquisition provider for this development program. Participants are employed by Kelly OCG while receiving Farmers-sponsored training, mentorship, licensing support and career development opportunities.