Assistant Sales Manager

Colonial Life; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Opportunities for career advancement

Job summary

Colonial Life is seeking an Insurance Consultant Manager in Lenexa, Kansas, to lead and develop a sales team focused on voluntary benefits. The successful candidate will have a strong sales background, entrepreneurial spirit, and excellent communication skills. This role includes responsibilities like recruiting and mentoring sales representatives, executing business plans, and building relationships with local businesses. You will enjoy a comprehensive training program and opportunities for career advancement within a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field preferred.
• Proven track record of success in sales leadership or entrepreneurship.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for building and growing a business.
• Life and Health insurance license (or willingness to obtain upon hire).

Responsibilities

• Recruit, train, and mentor a team of sales representatives to achieve sales targets.
• Develop and execute strategic business plans to drive growth.
• Cultivate relationships with businesses to identify voluntary benefits opportunities.
• Provide ongoing coaching and support to sales team members.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders for effective sales strategy implementation.

Skills

Sales leadership

Entrepreneurial mindset

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Coaching and mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Job description

About Us: Colonial Life is a leading provider of voluntary benefits, specializing in offering financial protection through workplace benefits such as disability, life, accident, dental, and critical illness insurance. With a commitment to helping individuals and businesses navigate the complexities of insurance, Colonial Life empowers its customers to protect what matters most.

Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and entrepreneurial-minded individual to join our team as a manager. As an Insurance Consultant Manager, you will lead and develop a team of sales professionals, driving growth and success within your assigned territory. You will have the opportunity to build and expand your own business while representing Colonial Life's suite of voluntary benefits products and services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruit, train, and mentor a team of sales representatives to achieve sales targets and revenue goals.
• Develop and execute strategic business plans to drive growth and expand market presence.
• Cultivate relationships with businesses and organizations to identify opportunities for voluntary benefits solutions.
• Provide ongoing coaching and support to sales team members to optimize performance and professional development.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of sales strategies and initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field preferred.
• Proven track record of success in sales leadership or entrepreneurship.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for building and growing a business.
• Life and Health insurance license (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
• Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities.
• Access to Colonial Life's extensive portfolio of voluntary benefits products.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for career advancement and growth within the organization.