Agency Sales Director – Texas (Dallas, Houston, San Antonio)

United Automobile Insurance Company; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a dynamic Agency Sales Director to spearhead growth in Texas. This pivotal role focuses on expanding market presence by forging strategic relationships with independent agents while leveraging data analytics tools for informed decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in property and casualty insurance, with a knack for sales strategy and operational excellence. This position offers a flexible remote work arrangement, allowing you to thrive while contributing to a high-impact team dedicated to excellence in service and innovation. If you're ready to make a significant impact in the insurance landscape, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match

Comprehensive Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Leave programs

Flexible spending accounts

Basic Life Insurance and Voluntary Life/ADD

Voluntary Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Qualifications

• 5+ years of P&C insurance experience focusing on auto distribution.
• Strong operational and sales acumen with experience in commissions.

Responsibilities

• Lead Texas growth strategy and build relationships with independent agents.
• Deliver performance updates to executive leadership using KPIs.

Skills

Sales Strategy

Relationship Building

Market Analysis

Data Analytics

Operational Acumen

Insurance Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or Associate Degree in Business

Tools

Salesforce

Tableau

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Founded in 1989, United Automobile Insurance Company (UAIC) is an innovative and established organization looking for top-tier professionals to join our team. Family-owned, UAIC is one of the largest privately held property and casualty insurance companies in the United States. The key to our growth and success is a commitment to providing quality service to our agents and customers through disciplined underwriting and strategic claims handling. Our ongoing investments in personnel and technology are the foundation of our promise to ensure maximum efficiency and specialized operations in the industry. We are proud that our independent agents and customers have recognized our dedication by making UAIC the market leader in every state where we conduct business.

SCOPE:
We are seeking an Agency Sales Director to drive growth and expand our presence in Texas (Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio). This is a newly created role dedicated to building strong traction in the state by developing strategic relationships with standard and non-standard independent agents and supporting our overall growth initiatives. This position offers a remote work arrangement, allowing the ideal candidate to work from their preferred location within the Southeast region while frequently traveling within Texas.

DUTIES:

1. Market Expansion & Sales Strategy:
   • Lead the Texas growth strategy, building relationships with independent agents to expand our footprint.
   • Develop and execute strategic plans for market expansion, analyze regional competitive positioning, and implement targeted marketing initiatives to drive agent engagement and production.
   • Oversee sales incentives and agent commissions, ensuring an effective compensation structure that aligns with company goals.
2. Agent & Broker Relations:
   • Build and maintain productive relationships with independent agencies by conducting regular visits, evaluating agency performance and market share, and providing education on UAIC’s products and underwriting guidelines.
   • Respond to agent inquiries regarding UAIC’s services and ensure consistent follow-up and strong organizational practices.
3. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
   • Work closely with underwriting, marketing, product, and operations teams to align sales strategies with product offerings and risk appetite.
   • Provide field insights to support product development and pricing decisions.
4. Reporting & Performance Analysis:
   • Deliver regular performance updates to executive leadership, leveraging KPIs and data analytics to drive informed decisions and identify growth opportunities or potential risks.
   • Utilize Salesforce, Tableau, and other analytics tools to drive insights and decision-making.
5. Regulatory Compliance:
   • Ensure all distribution efforts align with Texas insurance regulations and market trends.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Education: Bachelor’s or associate degree in business, communications, marketing, finance, or related field preferred but not required.
2. Experience: 5+ years of P&C insurance experience with a focus on auto distribution.
3. Established relationships with Texas non-standard agents and strong market insight.
4. Strong operational and sales acumen with experience in commissions, overrides, and growth strategies.
5. Licensing: 220 license preferred but not required.
6. Technology Skills: Tech-savvy, innovative, and comfortable leveraging data analytics tools like Salesforce & Tableau.
7. Travel: Ability to travel within Texas (Dallas, Houston, San Antonio) and as needed.
8. Other: Valid driver’s license and auto insurance required.

BENEFITS:

1. 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer match.
2. Comprehensive Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
3. Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Leave programs.
4. Flexible spending accounts.
5. Basic Life Insurance and Voluntary Life/ADD.
6. Voluntary Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.

This is a high-impact role for a strategic leader eager to drive growth and shape our Texas expansion. If you have the expertise and passion to build something great, let's connect!

UAIC participates in the E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information about E-Verify, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/.

UAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees. All employment decisions at UAIC are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.