Insurance Agent Trainee

Kemper; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major Medical and Dental Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

A leading specialized insurer in Columbia, South Carolina, seeks an Insurance Agent Trainee. Responsibilities include conducting sales presentations, maintaining customer relationships, and managing an assigned territory. The candidate should have prior customer service experience and a valid driver’s license. Training and licensing support are provided.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license with required auto insurance coverage.
• Ability to pass a background check, motor vehicle report, and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sales presentations and close new sales.
• Prospect for new sales opportunities.
• Maintain strong customer relationships.

Skills

Customer service experience

Sales skills

Relationship building

Job description

Position Overview

Insurance Agent Trainee – Join Kemper, a leading specialized insurer committed to serving modest‑income families through personalized service and community engagement.

Location

Columbia, South Carolina

Employment Type

Full‑Time with Benefits

About Kemper

Kemper has a 100‑year history of serving diverse customers with life and property insurance. The company values high performance, personal development, and a healthy work‑life balance.

Benefits

• Major Medical and Dental Insurance
• Group Life Insurance
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Vacation
• Employee Stock Purchase Program

Responsibilities

Agents will be assigned a territory with an existing book of business and will:

• Conduct sales presentations, recommend products, and close new sales
• Prospect for new sales opportunities
• Maintain strong customer relationships by collecting premiums on a pre‑arranged schedule
• Respond promptly to service requests such as beneficiary changes, claims, and loans
• Record keeping, accounting for money collected, and processing policy paperwork
• Grow the assigned territory through new sales
• Build strong working relationships with customers
• Devote the time necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the role
• Pursue continuous professional development in insurance products and sales effectiveness

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age
• Customer service experience
• Valid driver’s license with required auto insurance coverage
• Dependable vehicle for daily travel
• Ability to pass a background check, motor vehicle report, and drug screening
• Authorization to work in the United States

Preparation

• Licensing – free study tools and professional guidance to prepare for licensing exams
• Training – onboarding development program with self‑study, classroom instruction, and field mentoring by a Sales Manager
• On‑the‑Job Training – earn a paycheck while learning through hands‑on experience

Equal Opportunity Statement

Kemper is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. Kemper does not accept unsolicited resumes through search firms; such resumes remain the property of Kemper and no placement fee is paid. Kemper will never request personal information such as social security number or banking details via text or email, and will not use external messaging applications for candidate communication.