Insurance Agent Trainee

Kemper; Palestine (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major Medical and Dental Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

Kemper is seeking a motivated Life Insurance Sales Agent in Palestine, Texas. As a full-time agent, you'll conduct sales presentations, maintain customer relationships, and respond to service requests. You'll enjoy training opportunities that include a paid program and earn commissions based on monthly premiums collected. Key qualifications include customer service experience, being at least 18 years old, and possessing a valid driver's license. Kemper offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience is required and candidates must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver's license and dependable vehicle for daily travel.
• Ability to pass required background checks and drug screenings.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sales presentations to clients and recommend suitable insurance products.
• Maintain strong customer relationships by collecting premiums as per scheduled arrangements.
• Respond promptly to service requests including claims and beneficiary changes.

Skills

Customer service experience

Ability to pass background check

Strong relationship-building

Job description

Role

Life Insurance Sales Agent

Location

Palestine, Texas

Employment Type

Full-Time with Benefits

Work Arrangement

Field Role

Company Overview

Kemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises.

Career and Opportunity

For new unlicensed agents, your journey begins with a paid training period. During this time, we provide the tools and guidance needed to study for and pass the licensing exams. Once licensed, you will be assigned an existing book of business, a portfolio of current customers from whom you’ll collect monthly premiums. You’ll earn a percentage of the premiums you collect, as well as a commission on all new sales you make. From there, the sky’s the limit! Through hard work and dedication, you can increase your monthly income with every new sale. Our agents gain personal satisfaction and community prestige by performing meaningful work that helps clients protect the people and property they cherish. With a pay‑for‑performance compensation model, agents have the opportunity to determine their own paycheck. As your skills and knowledge grow, so does your income potential. Superior performance is recognized through awards, prizes, and company-sponsored trips.

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 are set up for success by being assigned a territory (called an agency) with an established book of business and existing customers.

Day-to-Day Activities

• Conducting sales presentations, recommending products, and closing new sales
• Prospecting for new sales opportunities
• Maintaining strong customer relationships by collecting premiums on a pre-arranged schedule that you determine
• Responding promptly to service requests such as beneficiary changes, claims, and loans
• Record keeping, accounting for money collected, and processing policy paperwork

Agent Expectations

• 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

Minimum Qualifications

• Customer service experience
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• 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: We provide free access to study tools and professional guidance to help you prepare for licensing exams
• Training: New agents complete an onboarding development program that includes self-study, classroom instruction, and field mentoring by your Sales Manager
• On‑the‑Job Training: Earn a paycheck while learning your profession through hands‑on experience

EEO Statement

Kemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, disability status or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a workplace free from discrimination.

Applicant Safety

Kemper will never request personal information, such as your social security number or banking information, via text or email. Additionally, Kemper does not use external messaging applications like WireApp or Skype to communicate with candidates. If you receive such a message, delete it.