Business Insurance Agent

Farmers Insurance - Illinois Insurance Careers; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training

Professional development resources

Coaching from District team

Job summary

Farmers Insurance District 11 in Illinois seeks a Business Insurance Agent to grow its commercial insurance presence and build your own book of business.

You'll work with a dedicated underwriting and district support team, with opportunities for renewal income and ongoing development. Licensing in Property & Casualty and Life & Health is required, and training will be provided to help you succeed.

Qualifications

• Licensing in IL required (P&C and Life & Health).
• Experience in sales leadership, business development, or recruiting is a plus.
• Ability to build and manage client relationships and networks.

Responsibilities

• Build and expand a book of commercial insurance business.
• Develop a strong pipeline of business clients across Illinois.
• Work with underwriters and district team to service clients and grow renewals.

Skills

Leadership

Recruiting

Strategic planning

Goal setting

CRM

Networking

Marketing

Budgeting

Communication

Time management

Self-motivation

Education

Property & Casualty license

Life & Health licensing

Job description

Are you a motivated sales professional who enjoys building relationships, developing new business, and helping local businesses protect what they’ve worked hard to build?

Farmers Insurance District 11 is looking for a Business Insurance Agent to help expand our commercial insurance presence throughout Illinois.

This is an opportunity to build a strong pipeline of business clients while working with an established insurance organization and a District team committed to training, development, and long-term growth. This opportunity is different because you'll be building your own book of business and eligible for renewal income as well as have a dedicated team of underwriters helping you every step of the way.

Recommended Skills

Candidates who succeed in this type of leadership role often demonstrate skills commonly associated with successfully managing a business, including:

• Leadership and team development
• Recruiting and employee development
• Strategic planning
• Goal setting and performance management
• Customer relationship management
• Networking and community engagement
• Marketing and lead generation
• Financial awareness and budgeting
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Time management and organization
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Personal accountability and self-motivation

Experience in sales leadership, management, operations, recruiting, customer service, or team development may translate particularly well to this role.

Licensing Requirements: Must be licensed in Property and Casualty Insurance in the state of IL.

Our team will provide guidance and resources throughout the licensing process to help candidates prepare for the required examinations.

Training & Support

You’ll have access to:

• Comprehensive training and professional development
• Hands‑on coaching from your local Farmers Insurance District team
• Proven sales and client‑development systems
• Marketing and prospecting resources
• Recruiting and team‑development support
• Technology and operational resources
• Ongoing performance coaching and leadership development

Who We’re Looking For

You may be a strong fit if you:

• Enjoy leading, coaching, and developing people
• Have a strong sales or business‑development mindset
• Are comfortable setting goals and being accountable for results
• Can motivate a team and create a positive culture
• Enjoy building relationships and networking
• Are organized, self‑directed, and comfortable making decisions
• Want a career where your leadership directly impacts team performance and growth
• Are willing to complete the required Property & Casualty and Life & Health licensing process