SUMMARY
Responsible for growing the Independent Marketing (IM) distribution channel by recruiting and onboarding high-quality independent insurance agents and agencies for contracting and production in both the under and over 65 markets.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develops and executes recruiting strategies to attract independent agents and agencies.
- Participates in the planning and execution of road shows and other external events to increase the pool of prospective recruits.
- Builds and manages a pipeline of prospective recruits using CRM and recruiting tools.
- Conducts consultative recruiting conversations and communicates the organization's value proposition.
- Achieves recruiting and activation goals.
- Guides recruits through contracting, licensing, certifications, and onboarding requirements.
- Coordinates a smooth handoff to the Enablement team for training and ongoing development.
- Partners with internal teams to ensure recruits are prepared for a successful launch.
- Builds and maintains strong relationships with prospective and newly recruited agents.
- Maintains accurate recruiting activity and pipeline information within CRM systems.
- Represents the organization professionally through planning and implementing recruiting events, webinars, and networking opportunities.
- Partners with Sales Leadership, Enablement, Contracting, Marketing, Operations, and Carrier Relations to support recruiting and onboarding efforts.
- Participates in special projects.
- Performs all duties in accordance with all company policies and procedures, and all federal, state and local laws, wherein the Company operates.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- High School Diplomaor GED
- Three (3) or more yearsexperience in insurance, Individual Market sales, recruiting, business development, or relationship management with demonstrated proactive behavior in recruiting.
- Experience developing and implementing sales strategies leveraging data and system functionality to streamline processes and increase efficiency in recruiting efforts.
- Life/Health Insurance license
SKILLS
- Knowledge of the independent medical health insurance industry and independent distribution channels.
- Strong recruiting, relationship-building, and consultative sales skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
- Experience using CRM systems to manage recruiting pipelines.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Ability to collaborate across departments and build trusted business relationships.