GROUP BENEFITS PRODUCER

Peoples First Insurance; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoples First Insurance in Panama City, FL, seeks a Group Benefits Producer to grow group life and health insurance revenue. This sales-focused role requires strong communication, licensing, and the ability to close new and existing accounts through phone, mail, and referrals.

You will develop proposals, rate, quote, and place quality business, negotiate pricing, present renewals, and collaborate with an Account Manager.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years sales experience in insurance or related field.
• Active 2-15 license required.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Strong multi-tasking, organizational, and computer skills.
• Ability to build lasting business relationships.

Responsibilities

• Prospect new business by phone, mail, referrals for identified target groups.
• Submit, rate, quote and place new business in accordance with agency appetites.
• Negotiate coverage and pricing to provide the best value to the client.
• Conduct client and prospect appointments to assess insurance needs and present proposals.
• Introduce Account Manager roles to clients and involve them as a valued member of the agency team.
• Support Group Benefits and other sales efforts through a mutual referral network to cross-sell qualifying business.
• Maintain client documentation in the agency management system and comply with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

Insurance knowledge

Licensed Insurance Agent (2-15)

Customer service

Organizational skills

Proficient computer skills

Relationship building

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Agency management system

Job description

The Group Benefits Producer generates revenue through the sales of Group Life and Health insurance products. Sales-focused position requiring advanced communication skills and a thorough knowledge of insurance products. Capable of pursuing and closing sales for new and existing Group Benefits accounts.The Group Benefits Producer is expected to have excellent attendance and communication skills, possess the ability to build lasting business relationships, and exhibit professionalism.Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:Prospect new business primarily by phone, mail, referral or other marketing and lead generation techniques for identified target groups in accordance with agency guidelines.Follow up on referrals provided by agency team within designated time frame.Develop and convey formal proposals of insurance including details of coverages, limits, deductibles and other pertinent information.Submit, rate, quote and place quality new business in accordance with agency and company appetites.Negotiate coverage and pricing to provide the best value to the client.Communicate effectively with customers, agency and company personnel.Conduct client and prospect appointments to assess insurance needs, communicate proposals and renewals, provide coverage and pricing options, explain details and desire to conduct business.Introduce Account Manager roles to clients and involve them as a valued member of the agency team.Support Group Benefits and other sales efforts through a mutual referral network to cross sell qualifying business.Adhere to agency standards for workflows, procedures and utilization of the agency management system to maintain client documentation and reduce agency exposure to Errors and Omissions.Comply with all regulatory requirements regarding licensing, sales and service of Group Life & Health business.Complete and maintain required reports and attend all sales meetings as required.Keep informed of industry developments through community involvement and continuing education.Perform other specific duties and projects as assigned by agency management.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):Solid personal character, including strong work ethic, great attitude, and willingness to assist othersProficient computer skills, as well as excellent multi-tasking, and organizational skillsExceptional customer service skillsEducation and Experience:High School Diploma or Equivalent1-3 years sales experience in insurance or industry related field required.Active 2-15 License is requiredPhysical Demands:Must be able work with a computer for a minimum of 7 hours daily either standing or sittingMust be able to read printed materials and computer screen with or without MS or other software accessibility functionsMust be able to effectively communicate in e-mail, by phone, or in person during the course of the workday