Agency Lead

The Atlantic District; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Flexible Schedule

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

Parental Leave

Mon-Fri Schedule

Retirement Plan

Career Growth Opportunities

Hands on Training

Life Insurance

Health Insurance

Job summary

The Atlantic District in New Haven, CT seeks an Agency Lead to guide daily operations, mentor a growing sales team, and drive growth through local partnerships and strategic outreach.

This role requires a Connecticut P&C license, extensive sales leadership, and a strong grasp of the CT market. You’ll manage renewals, analyze metrics, and collaborate regionally to keep the agency competitive.

Qualifications

• Five+ years in insurance with a sales leadership track record.
• Valid Connecticut Property & Casualty license.
• Deep knowledge of CT market trends.
• Experience mentoring and coaching sales teams.
• Proficient in agency management systems and data reporting.
• Strong organizational and operational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily agency operations in New Haven.
• Recruit, mentor, and inspire a growing team of sales representatives.
• Analyze sales metrics to identify growth opportunities.
• Cultivate relationships with local business owners and community leaders.
• Manage complex policy renewals and resolve escalated client concerns.
• Collaborate with regional partners to stay competitive.

Skills

Sales leadership

Team development

Coaching

Data-driven reporting

Organizational skills

Education

Connecticut P&C license

Tools

Agency management systems

Job description

Job Description

Welcome to The Atlantic District, where we believe that insurance is about more than just policies—it is about protecting the dreams and security of our neighbors in New Haven. As we continue to evolve, we are looking for an Agency Lead who is eager to step into a role that balances high-level strategy with the warmth of genuine community building. You will be the heartbeat of our office, helping to shape the culture of a team that values integrity and authentic connection above all else. This isn't a place where you'll be chained to a desk crunching numbers all day; instead, you'll be out in the community, leading by example, and helping your colleagues navigate the complexities of our field. If you thrive on seeing others succeed and are ready to put your leadership skills to work in a supportive, vibrant environment, we would love to have you join us. Together, we can redefine what it means to be a trusted resource in the Connecticut insurance landscape.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Flexible Schedule
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Mon-Fri Schedule
• Retirement Plan
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Hands on Training
• Life Insurance
• Health Insurance

Responsibilities

Oversee daily agency operations in our New Haven office to ensure we maintain our high standards of service.

Recruit, mentor, and inspire a growing team of sales representatives to achieve their personal and professional goals.

Analyze sales metrics to identify growth opportunities and refine our approach to client outreach.

Cultivate meaningful relationships with local business owners and community leaders to expand our footprint.

Manage complex policy renewals and resolve escalated client concerns with empathy and creative problem-solving.

Collaborate with regional partners to implement new strategies that keep us competitive and relevant.

Requirements

Valid Connecticut Property & Casualty Insurance License.

Five or more years of experience in the insurance industry with a track record of sales leadership.

Deep understanding of local market trends within the Connecticut area.

Expertise in team development and coaching others to reach their full potential.

Proficiency in agency management systems and data-driven reporting.

Strong organizational skills for managing day-to-day office operations.