District Manager, Life Insurance (Region 10_District 053)

Kemper; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 63,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Autonomy to build team

Career growth

High-performance culture

District leadership

Job summary

Kemper is seeking a District Manager in St. Louis, MO to lead a multi-agency sales district, develop Sales Managers, and drive revenue growth across locations. This role emphasizes local community presence and strategic growth initiatives.

You will recruit, coach, and empower a strong leadership bench, implement territory strategies, and ensure high performance and compliance. This is a field leadership position with substantial travel in the district.

Qualifications

• 2+ years leading district, multi-unit, or multi-agency teams.
• Insurance or financial services background preferred.
• Proven track record driving revenue growth and team performance.
• Experience recruiting and developing sales talent.
• Active Life, Health, and P&C licenses required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop Sales Managers across your district.
• Drive revenue growth, retention, and performance across multiple agencies.
• Recruit, coach, develop and build a strong leadership bench.
• Scale a high-performing network of insurance agents.
• Execute territory strategies based on market opportunities.
• Community impact and local presence are key.
• Improve productivity, profitability, and policy persistence.
• Ensure accountability and compliance across teams.

Skills

Leadership experience

Revenue growth

Recruiting talent

Sales coaching

Strategic thinking

Communication

Travel readiness

Licenses (Life, Health, P&C)

Job description

Details

Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises.

District Manager, Life Insurance (Field Leadership)

Overview

Ready to lead leaders and scale a high-performing sales organization? As a District Manager at Kemper, you’ll own a multi-agency territory, develop Sales Managers, and drive revenue growth at scale—while shaping the future of your district and your career.

Location(s): St. Louis, Missouri

What You’ll Do

• Lead and develop Sales Managers across your district
• Drive revenue growth, retention, and performance across multiple agencies
• Recruit, coach, develop and build a strong leadership bench
• Scale a high-performing network of insurance agents
• Execute territory strategies based on market opportunities
• Community impact and local presence are key
• Improve productivity, profitability, and policy persistence
• Ensure accountability and compliance across teams
• Partner with senior leadership on long-term growth strategy

What Success Looks Like

• District consistently meets or exceeds revenue and growth targets
• Strong pipeline of high-performing Sales Managers
• Increased agent productivity and retention
• Scalable, sustainable agency model across the territory

Qualifications

• 2+ years of district, multi-unit, or multi-agency leadership experience
• Insurance or financial services background preferred
• Proven success leading leaders (e.g., Sales Managers)
• Track record of driving revenue growth and team performance
• Strong experience recruiting and developing sales talent
• Active Life, Health, and P&C licenses required
• Comfortable with regular field travel
• Strong leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills

Why Join Kemper?

• Lead and scale an entire district operation
• Autonomy to build your team and shape strategy
• Clear path for career growth and advancement
• Supportive, high-performance culture

Compensation

Total on-target earnings (OTE) typically range from $62,700 to $146,200 annually based on expected performance. $35,000 base salary plus commission with no earnings limit. Earnings are driven by new business growth and expanding relationships within an existing customer base, with additional upside through multiple bonus opportunities. High performers may also qualify for annual incentive trips. High performers may exceed the stated range, with top 10% of employees earning $334,000+ annually.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), and paid time off.

Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a workplace free from discrimination. Kemper is focused on expanding our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion efforts to align with our vision, mission, and guiding principles.

Kemper does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Kemper and Kemper will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

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