Founder

District 02; Pikeville (TN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Leadership training

Team culture

Job summary

Farmers Insurance in Greater Tennessee seeks a Founder to lead an in-office, collaborative sales team and drive strategic growth. You will empower agents, foster talent, and build lasting client relationships as a community-focused agency.

This role emphasizes leadership, market analysis, training, and continuous development to advance the sales organization and achieve ambitious goals.

Qualifications

• Experience leading an insurance sales team or equivalent field.
• Strong communication, written and verbal, for clients and agents.
• Ability to analyze market trends and develop growth plans.
• Proven track record of achieving sales targets and coaching others.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of insurance sales agents to achieve goals.
• Develop strategies to win new business and expand market presence.
• Monitor performance and provide ongoing feedback for productivity.
• Cultivate relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Analyze market trends to identify expansion opportunities.
• Conduct regular training to keep the team current on trends.

Skills

Team Leadership

Strategic Planning

Performance Monitoring

Client Engagement

Market Analysis

Training & Development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

CRM software

Sales analytics tools

Job description

At Farmers Insurance, we are seeking a dynamic and proactive Founder to join our team in Greater Tennessee, where in-office collaboration is the key to innovation.

As a cornerstone of our community-focused agency, you will play a crucial role in empowering our sales team and driving strategic growth. Here, every day brings new opportunities for advancement and impact, as your expertise will directly contribute to the professional development of your sales agents.

We believe in fostering a positive, inviting atmosphere where motivated individuals can thrive. This role is perfect for a natural leader who has a passion for nurturing talent and cultivating lasting relationships with both colleagues and clients.

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership: Lead and inspire a team of insurance sales agents to achieve targeted goals.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategies to develop new business.
• Performance Monitoring: Assess team performance and provide continuous feedback to improve overall productivity.
• Client Engagement: Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key clients and stakeholders.
• Market Analysis: Analyze market trends to identify opportunities for business expansion.
• Training and Development: Conduct regular training sessions to ensure the team remains knowledgeable about the latest trends in insurance sales.

Requirements

• Experience: At least 3-5 years of experience in insurance sales or a similar field, with a strong track record of success.
• Background Check: Must be able to pass.
• Licensing: Must hold or be able to obtain an active Tennessee property, casualty, life, and health insurance license's.
• Fiscal Standing: Applicants must be in good standing with all financial regulatory bodies and meet our internal credit-worthiness benchmarks for fiduciary roles.
• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary for effective client and team interactions.
• Leadership: Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a successful sales team.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills for making informed decisions and devising sales strategies.
• Customer-Focused: A dedication to providing exemplary customer service and understanding client needs.
• Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational abilities to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Local Knowledge: Familiarity with the market and community is advantageous.