Insurance Sales Associate

Comparion Insurance Agency; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance agency in Springfield, MO is seeking an Insurance Sales Associate to support the sales team in generating new business and retaining customers. Responsibilities include employing sales techniques, assisting customers with transactions, and building local relationships. Candidates should have strong communication skills and a high school diploma. A willingness to obtain an insurance license is required. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary ranging from $45,000 to $68,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant sales experience preferred.
• Demonstrated self-starter with a professional sales attitude.
• A state insurance license or willingness to earn one with training.

Responsibilities

• Utilize consultative sales techniques to prospect and initiate new business sales.
• Assist in processing new business and finalizing sales.
• Identify and capitalize on cross-selling opportunities.

Skills

Consultative sales techniques

Exceptional communication skills

Objection handling

Motivated to learn

Team player

Education

High School Degree

Job description

Overview

Insurance Sales Associate position located in Springfield, MO. This is not a remote position. The role supports a Comparion Insurance Sales Agent in profitable growth through new business sales and customer retention, focusing on listening and empathy to be the initial contact for customers. Builds a strong local network and in-person relationships in the community.

Working for Comparion Insurance Agency, a Liberty Mutual company, means joining a firm committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion through leadership development programs and Employee Resource Groups.

Liberty Mutual is a Fortune 100 company that is committed to putting people first, acting responsibly, and making things better.

Base pay range

$45,000.00/yr - $68,000.00/yr

The typical starting salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors including skills, experience, education, certifications and location. The full salary range reflects the competitive labor market value for all employees in these positions across the national market and provides an opportunity to progress as employees grow and develop within the role. Some roles at Liberty Mutual have a corresponding compensation plan which may include commission and/or bonus earnings that vary based on multiple factors set forth in the compensation plan.

Responsibilities

• Utilize consultative sales techniques to prospect and initiate new business sales.
• Assist in the processing of new business, including contacting customers to finalize sales and service transactions.
• Identify cross-selling opportunities for the Sales Agent.
• Contribute to and execute a marketing plan with the Sales Agent.
• Identify mass marketing prospects through existing book of business and community prospecting opportunities.
• Meet monthly goals for new business sales.
• Complete follow-ups on new policies to maintain retention and capitalize on cross-selling opportunities.
• Coordinate activities with other departments to ensure quality customer service.
• Act as initial contact in addressing customer concerns regarding policy establishment and new account status.
• Unlicensed candidates will be enrolled in a new hire training class with licensing training covered by Comparion.

Qualifications

• High School Degree
• 1-2 years of relevant sales experience preferred
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle objections and educate customers in a consultative manner
• Demonstrated self-starter, motivated to learn and grow in a professional sales organization
• Professional business acumen, strong presence and confidence
• Resourceful team player who can contribute and accept new ideas
• A state insurance license—or willingness to earn one with training and support—in Property & Casualty, and Life

About Us

In 2022, Comparion Insurance Agency was created to transition former Liberty Mutual exclusive agents to an agency that delivers a unique value proposition to carriers with over 2,000 agents in approximately 180 cities in 44 states. We offer customers 50 insurance companies with product breadth including auto, home, life, pet, renters, umbrella, jewelry and more. We use our scale to deliver a first-rate customer experience through consultative insurance experts located in their communities. Our Leadership team has over 200 years of cumulative insurance experience. Comparion is owned and backed by Liberty Mutual Group, a Fortune 100 company, founded in 1912.

Liberty Mutual is an equal opportunity employer. We will not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information or on any basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

Fair Chance Notices

• California
• Los Angeles Incorporated
• Los Angeles Unincorporated
• Philadelphia
• San Francisco

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Sales and Business Development

Industries

Insurance