Entry Level Sales Executive

Campus QR; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped bonuses

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO/Paid Holidays

Maternity Leave & Parental Leave

Job summary

Cottingham & Butler in Dubuque, Iowa, is seeking ambitious entry-level Sales Executives. Ideal candidates include soon-to-be or recent college graduates or those with 1–3 years in sales, motivated by financial rewards.

You will receive thorough training and be supported by a dedicated service team to drive growth and success. You will learn the business, build relationships with leaders, and develop tailored solutions that exceed client expectations while advancing your career and earning

Qualifications

• Seeking entry-level candidates: soon-to-be or recent college graduates, or individuals with 1–3 years of sales experience.

Responsibilities

• Learn the business and become a trusted advisor to company leaders.
• Identify, qualify, and close prospects.
• Manage and retain your book of business and actively work towards its growth to unlock substantial financial growth.
• Strategize and develop customized solutions for clients, leveraging available programs to deliver services that exceed client expectations.
• Cultivate strong relationships with top decision makers, ensuring long-term client retention.
• Collaborate with our service team to create compelling proposals and deliver impactful presentations to clients and prospects.
• Earn relevant designations and stay up-to-date on continuing education credits provided by the company to enhance your professional growth and earning potential.

Skills

Sales mindset

Entry-level

College graduate

Sales experience

Job description

Sales Executive – Entry-Level Candidates

Cottingham & Butler is actively looking for ambitious and driven entry-level Sales Executives at our headquarters in Dubuque, Iowa! Seeking all sales minded, soon-to-be college graduates, recent college graduates, or individuals with 1-3 years of sales experience who are motivated by financial rewards.

What You’ll Get:

At Cottingham & Butler, we offer an exceptional sales career that opens the door to boundless opportunities and unlimited earning potential. You will be immersed in a dynamic environment surrounded by a team that is dedicated to equipping you for success. Through comprehensive training, unparalleled service support, unique resources, and the necessary tools, we ensure that you have everything you need to build a highly lucrative sales career.

What You’ll Do:

• Learn the business and become a trusted advisor to company leaders.
• Identify, qualify, and close prospects.
• Manage and retain your book of business and actively work towards its growth to unlock substantial financial growth.
• Strategize and develop customized solutions for clients, leveraging available programs to deliver services that exceed client expectations.
• Cultivate strong relationships with top decision makers, ensuring long-term client retention.
• Collaborate with our service team to create compelling proposals and deliver impactful presentations to clients and prospects.
• Earn relevant designations and stay up-to-date on continuing education credits provided by the company to enhance your professional growth and earning potential.

People We Hire:

If you thrive in a fast-paced, competitive environment and possess a relentless drive for success, Cottingham & Butler is the ideal place for you. You will be surrounded by industry-leading professionals, including several teammates who manage books of business exceeding $1 million. Additionally, you’ll have access to our exceptional service teams and in-house specialists focused on account management, technology, compliance, analytics, client communications, and more—resources that will elevate your sales performance and financial success.

About Cottingham & Butler:

As the 3rd largest privately-held broker in the nation, headquartered in Dubuque, Iowa, Cottingham & Butler is committed to delivering superior advice, exceptional service, and innovative ideas to our clients. We prioritize continuous improvement and innovation, which has contributed to our impressive 95% client retention rate. Our relentless dedication to growth and excellence has positioned us as one of the fastest-growing insurance brokers in the country, resulting in unparalleled opportunities for financial success.

Pay & Benefits:

• Full annual salary and uncapped bonus opportunities
  • Uncapped renewal bonus
  • Uncapped new business commission bonus
• Most Benefits starting day one
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Flex Spending or Health Savings Account
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Profit-sharing/Defined contribution (1-year waiting period)
  • PTO/Paid Holidays
  • Maternity Leave & Parental Leave
  • and so much more!