Direct Sales Agent Specialist (7103) - Direct Auto

Direct Auto Insurance; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

20 PTO Days + 6 Holidays

Commissions and Incentives

Job summary

Direct Auto Insurance in Houma, LA is seeking a Direct Sales Agent Specialist to grow the local book of business by selling to customers in person and over the phone. You will build a strong pipeline, develop community relationships, and implement outside marketing efforts to drive growth.

The role focuses on meeting sales goals, staying informed on products and underwriting guidelines, and delivering results aligned with customer experience expectations.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of experience
• P&C licensing (Preferred) or must attain licensure within 90 days

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Active Learning

Adaptability

Business Integrity

Customer Relationships

Customer Service

Office Administration

Persuasion

Researching

Sales

Job description

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.

If you are ready to start working in a fun and exciting environment while making a difference, apply to join our team today.

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 and 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

Skills

Active Learning, Adaptability, Business Integrity, Customer Relationships, Customer Service, Office Administration, Persuasion, Researching, Sales

Compensation

Base compensation: $20.00 per hour

Total compensation may include incentive pay, such as commissions and bonuses, based on individual and team performance.

Benefits

Allstate provides a comprehensive technology setup, including a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse. Employees eligible to work from home receive a monthly connectivity reimbursement to offset internet costs.

When working from home, you must have a dedicated private workspace free from distractions, along with appropriate desk and seating. Reliable internet with minimum speeds of 50 MB download and 5 MB upload is required.

EEO Statement

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