Insurance Sales Agent

Howard Hanna; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible PTO

Holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Hands-on training

Career growth

Job summary

Howard Hanna Insurance Services in Pittsburgh is seeking an Insurance Sales Agent to build client relationships and drive agency growth. You will advise clients, quote and present insurance solutions, and work toward sales goals in a fast-paced team environment.

A Property & Casualty license is preferred or willingness to obtain one; compensation includes base salary plus commissions and bonuses with strong earning potential and benefits.

Qualifications

• Active listening and ability to explain insurance options clearly.
• Strong interpersonal skills and relationship building.
• Willingness to obtain a Property & Casualty license if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with clients and prospects through proactive communication.
• Quote, market, and present personalized insurance solutions.
• Follow up on inquiries and manage monoline accounts.
• Identify opportunities to expand coverage and client protection.
• Listen to client needs and recommend suitable coverages.
• Manage leads and pipeline with consistent follow-ups.
• Work toward sales goals for self and agency.
• Maintain accurate client data in agency systems.
• Collaborate with teammates and carriers to deliver strong client experiences.
• Seek referrals and support client retention.

Skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Goal-driven

Job description

Insurance Sales Agent

Built Different. Built to Win Together.

At Howard Hanna Insurance Services, we’re not just building a sales team — we’re building a culture of growth, accountability, and shared success.

We’re looking for a driven, relationship-focused Insurance Sales Agent who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys connecting with people, and wants the opportunity to grow their income and career. In this role, you’ll help clients protect what matters most while playing a key part in growing the agency’s book of business.

If you’re competitive, coachable, motivated by goals, and energized by being part of a team that celebrates wins together, this could be the opportunity for you.

Why Howard Hanna Insurance?

Built for Opportunity

As part of the Howard Hanna Family of Companies, you’ll have the advantage of working within a trusted, full‑service organization that supports clients through every stage of homeownership.

Built for Growth

You won’t be left to figure it out alone. We provide hands‑on training, ongoing coaching, clear expectations, and support to help you sharpen your skills and grow your career.

Built for Earning Potential

Your effort can directly impact your income, with a strong compensation structure designed to reward performance.

• Annual base salary plus commission and bonus opportunities
• First-year compensation range of $45,000–$75,000
• Competitive uncapped commission potential
• Opportunity to earn an estimated $125,000 by year three based on productivity

Built for Support

You’ll join a high‑energy, team‑first environment where wins are recognized, feedback is encouraged, and success is something we build together.

Benefits

• Flexible paid time off and vacation time
• Paid holidays
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Hands‑on training
• Career growth opportunities

What You’ll Do

As an Insurance Sales Agent, you’ll serve as a trusted advisor to clients and prospects while helping drive agency growth.

You’ll:

• Build relationships with prospective and existing clients through proactive communication
• Quote, market, and present personalized insurance solutions
• Follow up on lost business, unsold quotes, inbound inquiries, and monoline accounts
• Identify opportunities to round out accounts and strengthen client protection
• Listen to client needs, ask thoughtful questions, and recommend coverage options
• Manage leads, follow‑ups, and pipeline activity with consistency
• Work toward individual and agency sales goals
• Maintain accurate client and prospect information in agency systems
• Partner with teammates, account managers, and carrier partners to deliver a strong client experience
• Seek referrals, support client retention, and help build long‑term agency relationships

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is motivated, coachable, and ready to grow in a performance‑driven environment.

You’ll be successful in this role if you:

• Hold a Property & Casualty insurance license or is willing to obtain one
• Have strong communication skills and enjoy connecting with people
• Bring a competitive mindset and a desire to win
• Are proactive, organized, and consistent with follow‑up
• Can manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced sales environment
• Are open to coaching, feedback, and continuous improvement
• Demonstrate strong follow‑through, accountability, and work ethic
• Work well independently while contributing to a team‑first culture
• Approach challenges with professionalism, adaptability, and a positive attitude

What Success Looks Like

In this role, success means more than hitting numbers. It means building trust, creating momentum, and contributing to a team that wins together.

You’ll be successful when you:

• Achieve and exceed monthly sales goals
• Consistently engage with prospects, lost leads, unsold quotes, and existing clients
• Build strong client relationships that lead to retention, referrals, and account growth
• Continue improving your technical knowledge and sales skills
• Contribute positive energy, accountability, and collaboration to the team

About Howard Hanna Insurance Services

Howard Hanna Insurance Services provides a one‑stop shop for insurance solutions, including home, auto, umbrella, life, business, and commercial insurance. As part of the Howard Hanna Family of Companies, we help clients protect what matters most throughout every stage of homeownership and beyond.

Built Different. Built for Growth.

Built for opportunity.

Built for relationships.

Built for winning together.

Built for you.

HowardHanna.com

Howard Hanna affiliates and assigns are committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of such factors as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran’s status or disability. The Company abides by all local, state and federal laws and regulations affecting the hiring of employees.