Business Development Representative

Farmers Insurance - Northwest District; Park Ridge (IL); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

Mon-Fri Schedule

Hands on Training

Career Growth Opportunities

Licensing Assistance

Launch Support & Coaching

Long-term Growth

Job summary

Farmers Insurance - Northwest District seeks a dynamic Business Development Representative to drive new business and build lasting client relationships. The role emphasizes licensing support, mentorship, and hybrid work flexibility.

As a stepping stone to entrepreneurship, you will gain hands-on experience, training, and a roadmap to potentially run your own agency with ongoing mentorship and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active or ability to obtain Property & Casualty and Life & Health licenses (fully-paid by Farmers Insurance)
• Proficiency in Communication and excellent Customer Service skills
• Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in a hybrid environment

Responsibilities

• Generate new business through outbound prospecting, networking, and community engagement
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to drive retention and referrals
• Assess customer needs and recommend appropriate insurance products and coverage options
• Follow up on leads quickly and consistently to move prospects through the sales pipeline
• Prepare quotes, present solutions, and close sales to meet production goals

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Client Relationships

Independent Work

Hybrid Work

Job description

Job Description

Farmers Insurance - Northwest District is looking for a dynamic and motivated individual to join our team as a Business Development Representative to work out of one of our thriving agencies. If you thrive in a fast‑paced, goal‑oriented environment and enjoy connecting with people to drive new business, this role is for you.

This role is specifically designed as a stepping stone for future entrepreneurs; we provide the roadmap and hands‑on experience necessary to eventually transition into running your own agency. We will teach you everything you need to know, and you will continue growing your knowledge with our mentorship and training.

Benefits

• Flexible Schedule
• Mon-Fri Schedule
• Hands on Training
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Licensing Assistance
• Comprehensive Launch Support & Coaching
• Long-term Growth

Responsibilities

• Generate new business through outbound prospecting, networking, and community engagement
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to drive retention and referrals
• Assess customer needs and recommend appropriate insurance products and coverage options
• Follow up on leads quickly and consistently to move prospects through the sales pipeline
• Prepare quotes, present solutions, and close sales to meet production goals

Requirements

• Active or ability to obtain Property & Casualty and Life & Health licenses (fully‑paid by Farmers Insurance)
• Proficiency in Communication and excellent Customer Service skills
• Proven ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Self‑motivated with the ability to work independently and in a hybrid environment