Insurance Agent Trainee

Kemper Corporation; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major Medical

Dental Insurance

Group Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

401(k) Match

Paid Vacation

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Assistance

Volunteer programs

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Kemper Corporation is seeking a Life Insurance Sales Agent in San Antonio, Texas for a full-time field role with benefits. The agent will be assigned a territory with an established book of business and existing customers, conducting presentations, closing sales, and managing client relationships.

The position includes paid training, licensing support, onboarding, and an on-the-job program to earn while learning.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 determined by the agent.
• Respond promptly to service requests such as beneficiary changes, claims, and loans.
• Record keeping, accounting for money collected, and processing policy paperwork.

Skills

Customer service

Job description

Location: San Antonio, Texas

Role Details

Life Insurance Sales Agent – Full‑Time with Benefits, Work Arrangement: Field Role

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:

• 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 that the agent determines.
• Respond promptly to service requests such as beneficiary changes, claims, and loans.
• Record keeping, accounting for money collected, and processing policy paperwork.

Agent Expectations:

1. Grow the assigned territory through new sales.
2. Build strong working relationships with customers.
3. Devote the necessary time to fulfill the responsibilities of the role.
4. Pursue continuous professional development in insurance products and sales effectiveness.

Training & Licensing

• New unlicensed agents begin with a paid training period, including free study tools and professional guidance to prepare for licensing exams.
• Once licensed, the agent receives an onboarding development program with self‑study, classroom instruction, and field mentoring by a Sales Manager.
• On‑the‑Job Training allows the agent to earn a paycheck while learning the profession through hands‑on experience.

Qualifications

• Customer service experience.
• 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.

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.
• Qualify for health and dental plans within the first month.
• Robust 401(k) match, Health Spending Accounts, and various retirement plans.
• Tuition Assistance Program, paid certifications, and continuing education programs.
• Volunteer programs through United Way.
• Generous paid time off and business casual dress.
• Employee discounts for shopping, dining, and travel through Kemper Perks.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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 status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. We are committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination.