Inside Sales Representative - Houston, TX

Amica Mutual Insurance Company; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

13 vacation days in first year

14 paid holidays

Sick time 6 days at hire + 6 days at 3

401k with company match

Annual 3% employer contribution

Annual Success Sharing Plan

Job summary

Amica Mutual Insurance Company is hiring an Inside Sales Representative in Houston, TX. The role focuses on converting inbound calls into new policy growth and building relationships to drive results.

The position requires a high school diploma, customer service and sales experience, and strong communication skills. Training, licenses, and occasional work-from-home days after training are offered as part of a comprehensive rewards package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education required.
• Previous customer service and sales experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Computer keyboard and processing skills.
• Previous insurance background is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Inbound Calls: Answer incoming calls to assist potential and existing clients with their insurance inquiries.
• Outbound Calls: Proactively follow up on leads to convert inquiries into sales.
• Phone Adherence: Maintain Amica’s phone standards and protocols.
• Activity Management: Document all sales activities for follow-up.
• Compliance and Education: Obtain required licenses and complete ongoing training.

Skills

Customer service

Sales experience

Excellent communication

Keyboard skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Thank you for considering Amica as part of your career journey, where your future is our business. At Amica, we pride ourselves on being an inclusive and supportive environment. We all work together to accomplish the common goal of providing the best experience for our customers. We believe in trust and fostering lasting relationships for our customers and employees! We’re focused on creating a workplace that works for all. We’ll continue to provide training, guidance, and resources to make Amica a true place of belonging for all employees. Want to learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Visit our DEI page to read about it! As a mutual company, our people are our priority. We seek differences of opinion, life experience and perspective to represent the diversity of our policyholders and achieve the best possible outcomes. Amica Insurance is seeking an Inside Sales Representative in Houston, TX. This position involves converting inbound calls into new policy growth and driving results through relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Inbound Calls: Answer incoming calls to assist potential and existing clients with their insurance inquiries. Identify and address customer needs with available products.
• Outbound Calls: Proactively make outbound calls to follow up on leads, engaging potential clients to convert inquiries into sales.
• Phone Adherence: Adhere to Amica’s phone standards and protocols to ensure productivity and consistency in customer interactions.
• Activity Management: Document all sales activities in a timely and organized manner to ensure appropriate follow-up.
• Compliance and Education: Complete required continuing education to remain compliant with industry standards and regulations Obtaining a state insurance license and fulfilling ongoing education requirements to keep the license active are mandatory and extensive training will be offered.

Salary and Work Schedule

A starting annual salary of $48,298 ($23.22/hr). Additional compensation would be dependent on level of experience and applicable licenses within the property and casualty industry with a range of up to $60,477 annually ($29.08/hr).

The 40-hour work week is scheduled from Tuesday through Saturday, between the core hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, and includes a few holidays annually. This shift does come with a 10% shift differential. The training schedule will be Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Work from home may be available up to two days a week once trained to work independently.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education required
• Previous customer service and sales experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Computer keyboard and processing skills
• Previous insurance background is a plus, but not required rp

Total Rewards

• Medical, dental, vision coverage for single or family, short- and long-term disability, and life insurance
• Paid Vacation – you will receive at least 13 vacation days in the first 12 months, amounts could be greater depending on the role.
• While able to use prior to accrual, vacation time will accrue monthly.
• Holidays - 14 paid holidays observed
• Sick time - 6 days sick time at hire, 6 additional days sick time at 90 days of employment
• Generous 401k with company match and immediate vesting.
• Additionally, annual 3% non-elective employer contribution
• Annual Success Sharing Plan - Paid to eligible employees if company meets or exceeds combined ratio, growth and/or service goals
• Generous leave programs, including paid parental bonding leave
• Student Loan Repayment and Tuition Reimbursement programs
• Generous fitness and wellness reimbursement
• Employee community involvement
• Strong relationships, lifelong friendships Opportunities for advancement in a successful and growing company Amica conducts background checks which includes a review of criminal, educational, employment and social media histories, and if the role involves use of a company vehicle, a motor vehicle or driving history report.
• The background check will not be initiated until after a conditional offer of employment is made and the candidate accepts the offer.
• Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.
• The safety and security of our employees and our customers is a top priority.
• Employees may have access to employees’ and customers’ personal and financial information in order to perform their job duties.
• Candidates with a criminal history that imposes a direct or indirect threat to our employees’ or customers’ physical, mental or financial well-being may result in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment.

About Amica

Amica Mutual Insurance Company is America’s oldest mutual insurer of automobiles. A direct national writer, Amica also offers home, marine and umbrella insurance. Amica Life Insurance Company, a wholly owned subsidiary, provides life insurance and retirement solutions. Amica was founded on the principles of creating peace of mind and building enduring relationships for and with our exceptionally loyal policyholders, a mission that thousands of employees in offices nationwide share and support.

Equal Opportunity Policy

All qualified applicants who are authorized to work in the United States will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, family status, ethnicity, age, national origin, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, mental condition, military status, genetic information or any other class protected by law. The Age Discrimination in Employment Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of age with respect to individuals who are 40 years of age or older. Employees are subject to the provisions of the Workers' Compensation Act. Amica Mutual Insurance Company is committed to protecting job seekers from recruitment fraud. We never request sensitive personal information or payment during the interview process. All legitimate job opportunities are listed on our official careers site: https://careers.amica.com. Learn more in the "Is Amica hiring?" section of our FAQ. We seek differences of opinion, life experience and perspective to represent the diversity of our policyholders and achieve the best possible outcomes. We pride ourselves on nurturing and activating curiosity, because what's best for our people is what's best for our business. Amica offers diverse and engaging career paths to fit your unique skill set, interests and abilities. See what Amica has to offer and get an inside look at your future role through the eyes of current members of our team. For over 115 years, we’ve championed the idea that empathy is our best policy. At Amica, we’re more than an insurance company. We build relationships. Whether it’s the first call or the moment our customers need us most, we always show up with compassion. We create policies to fit our clients' needs, and find answers where they’re needed most. That’s insurance that works. You care about integrity, purpose and community. So do we.We’re looking for people who value mutual respect as much as we do.We want to welcome you to a culture where you feel you belong. Mutual Respect A culture of doing the right thing, brought to life by our deep commitment to volunteerism Empowered Growth Career-long support, including training, development and advancement opportunities Personally Invested Top-tier medical plans for physical and mental health, retirement, well-being and more Inside Track Security and stability reflected in our grow-from-within career development model Find the best fit We’re always looking for the right candidates to join our growing team. Take a look at the current open roles and evaluate which you think you’d be a good fit.