Direct Sales Agent Specialist (1505)

Allstate; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Tuition Reimbursement

Pension

20 PTO Days

6 Paid Holidays

Base hourly rate + incentives

Job summary

National General, part of The Allstate Corporation, is seeking a Direct Sales Agent Specialist to drive profitable growth by generating new business, cross-selling existing customers, and building lasting relationships in local markets.

This role sells to local customers both in person and over the phone, focusing on understanding needs, delivering tailored solutions, and maintaining a strong book of business through community involvement and outbound prospecting.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in sales or related field.
• P&C licensing preferred or must attain within 90 days of joining.

Responsibilities

• Achieve sales goals through new business, cross-sell, and retention.
• Build and maintain a pipeline with local leads and referrals.
• Develop relationships within the community to support growth (dealerships, events, partners).
• Conduct outbound prospecting and follow-ups to convert opportunities into sales.
• Partner with leadership to support sales and local marketing initiatives.
• Stay informed on products, underwriting guidelines, and market competition.
• Deliver results aligned with performance standards and customer experience expectations.

Skills

Active Learning

Active Listening

Adaptability

Communication

Customer Service

Sales

Time Management

Persuasion

Negotiation

Job description

National General is a part of The Allstate Corporation, which means we have the same innovative drive that keeps us a step ahead of our customers' evolving needs. We offer home, auto and accident and health insurance, as well as other specialty niche insurance products, through a large network of independent insurance agents, as well as directly to consumers.

Job Description

The Direct Sales Agent Specialist is responsible for driving profitable growth by generating new business, cross-selling existing customers, and building lasting relationships. This role focuses on understanding customer needs, delivering tailored solutions, and maintaining a strong book of business.

This role sells to local customers both in person and over the phone, while driving growth through community involvement, relationship building, and outside marketing efforts.

As a Direct Sales Agent Specialist, you will:

• Achieve sales goals through new business, cross-sell, and retention
• Build and maintain a consistent pipeline, including local lead generation and referrals
• Develop relationships within the community (e.g., dealerships, events, local partners) to support business growth
• Conduct outbound prospecting and follow-ups to convert opportunities into sales
• Partner with leadership to support sales and local marketing initiatives
• Stay informed on products, underwriting guidelines, and market competition
• Deliver results aligned with performance standards, compliance requirements, and customer experience expectations

What makes Direct Auto Insurance unique?

Day 1 Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement, Pension & so much more
• 20 PTO Days per year & 6 Paid Holidays
• Ability to sell a multitude of industry-leading products through retail stores and phone
• Entrepreneurial, performance-based, and results-focused culture
• Multi-tiered and comprehensive paid training program
• Base hourly rate plus uncapped monthly incentive

Minimum Qualifications:

• 0 - 2 years of experience
• P&C licensing (Preferred) or must attain required licensure within 90 days of joining the company.

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Skills

Active Learning, Active Listening, Adaptability, Business Integrity, Business Rules, Communication, Cooperation, Customer Service, High Reliability, Persuasion, Professional Integrity, Sales, Social Orientation, Time Management

Compensation

Base compensation: $20.00 per hour

Total Compensation:

In addition to the base hourly rate, total compensation for this role may include incentive pay, such as commissions and bonuses, based on individual and team performance.

Joining our team isn't just a job - it's an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger - a winning team making a meaningful impact.

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