Corporate Sales Manager

Goosehead Insurance; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid paternity leave

Paid maternity leave

Job summary

A leading insurance provider is seeking a Sales Manager to join their Chicago team. This role involves managing and developing a high-performing sales team to meet revenue goals, engaging with referral partners, and optimizing sales techniques. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree, strong communication skills, and ideally 2 years of managerial and sales experience. The position offers a competitive salary of $120,000 plus bonuses and opportunities for career advancement within the insurance industry.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Preferably 2 years of prior managerial experience.
• Preferably 2 years of prior sales experience.

Responsibilities

• Enhance the team's capacity to establish professional networks.
• Optimize team sales outcomes by instructing on best practices.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to recruit and onboard new team members.

Skills

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

Proven success in fast‑paced work environments

Previous experience in B2B or B2C sales

Strong networking capabilities

Problem‑solving mindset

Self‑motivated with a hands‑on approach

Excellent time management abilities

High level of attention to detail and organizational skills

Driven by results and committed to continuous improvement

Demonstrating integrity and fostering honest communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Talent Acquisition Professional | Texas A&M Alumni | Helping Top Talent Launch Rewarding Careers

About Goosehead

Since 2003, Goosehead Insurance has been disrupting the insurance industry by giving clients the power of choice, utilizing a smarter marketing approach, and delivering world‑class service. This is all powered by our focus on hiring and retaining extraordinary people. Our clients trust us with their most valuable possessions, so we’re more than just a bit selective when it comes to hiring new team members.

Job Summary:

Goosehead Insurance is looking to expand our corporate sales division with the addition of a proven and dedicated sales leader to our management team. The primary responsibilities of a Sales Manager is to inspire, coach, and develop a high‑octane sales team to achieve individual and team revenue goals.

A Sales Manager is responsible for meeting monthly quotas, which are determined by the tenure mix of their team. This is typically accomplished by offering guidance to Account Executives during the sales process and assisting them in navigating the learning curve of networking. Professional development opportunities for Sales Managers may include progression to a Managing Director position, leadership roles in various departments, or even ownership of a franchise. These pathways offer opportunities for career growth and advancement within the insurance industry.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Enhance the team's capacity to establish professional networks with referral partners in the mortgage and real estate sectors using methods such as cold calling, in‑person meetings, attending networking events, and employing effective follow‑up strategies.
• Optimize team sales outcomes by instructing on best practices in sales techniques across various channels (in‑person, phone, and email communication), while upholding the highest standards of integrity.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition to recruit, interview, and onboard new team members, aligning to expand the team.

Experience and Education:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Preferably 2 years of prior managerial experience.
• Preferably 2 years of prior sales experience.
• Successful completion of the state licensing exam upon employment.

Preferred Skills and Attributes:

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Proven success in fast‑paced work environments
• Previous experience in B2B or B2C sales
• Demonstrating a competitive mindset
• Strong networking capabilities
• Problem‑solving mindset
• Self‑motivated with a hands‑on, self‑starter approach
• Excellent time management abilities
• High level of attention to detail and organizational skills
• Driven by results and committed to continuous improvement
• Demonstrating integrity and fostering honest communication

Summary of Compensation:

The typical earnings range for a Sales Manager falls between $120,000 and $200,000+ annually. This competitive compensation package includes a base salary of $120,000, along with monthly bonuses based on team performance. With an uncapped bonus structure in place, there is ample opportunity to exceed anticipated income significantly.

Goosehead is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, guidelines, and regulations. Goosehead strictly prohibits and does not tolerate unlawful discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered person because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All applicants for employment and all Goosehead employees are given equal consideration based solely on job‑related factors, such as qualifications, experience, performance, and availability.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Business Development, Sales, and Management

Industries

Insurance

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid paternity leave
• Paid maternity leave