Lead Agent

The Juris Agency; Forest (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Schedule

Health Insurance

Disability Insurance

Mon-Fri Schedule

Hands on Training

Parental Leave

Career Growth Opportunities

Retirement Plan

Job summary

The Atlantic District in Forest, VA is seeking an experienced Lead Agent to drive sales growth while maintaining a personal touch with clients. You will mentor junior staff, collaborate with underwriting, and expand our neighborhood presence through targeted outreach and events.

Requirements include a Virginia P&C license, 3+ years in direct insurance sales or accounts, and strong negotiation and communication skills. A bachelor’s degree is a plus and hands-on training is available.

Qualifications

• Valid Virginia Property and Casualty license.
• Three or more years of experience in direct insurance sales or account management.
• Strong knowledge of insurance policy structures and underwriting guidelines.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate and close complex sales agreements.
• Excellent verbal communication skills for building rapport with prospective clients.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field is a plus.
• Previous experience mentoring or coaching junior sales staff.

Responsibilities

• Identify and cultivate new business opportunities throughout the Forest area to grow our client base.
• Lead the sales process from initial outreach to final policy implementation.
• Analyze current market trends to provide competitive and relevant insurance solutions to our neighbors.
• Act as a mentor to newer team members, sharing effective sales strategies and industry insights.
• Collaborate with the underwriting department to ensure all client applications are processed accurately and efficiently.
• Engage with the local community through events and networking to establish our agency as a pillar of support.

Skills

Verbal communication

Negotiation

Mentoring

Sales experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

Job description

Job Description

At The Atlantic District, we believe that insurance is about more than just policies; it is about people, relationships, and the peace of mind that comes from being well-protected. Located in the heart of Forest, Virginia, our office is a place where every voice is heard and every team member plays a vital role in our collective success. We are looking for an experienced Lead Agent who is ready to step into a position where they can truly make an impact on our community's safety and well-being. You will not be just another cog in the machine here; you will be the driving force behind our sales initiatives, helping us expand our reach while maintaining the personal touch that our clients have come to expect. We foster a supportive, warm environment where we celebrate wins together and tackle challenges with creativity and optimism. If you are passionate about helping people navigate their options and eager to lead by example, we would love to have you join our journey. Your expertise will help us continue to build a legacy of trust and reliability in Virginia.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Schedule
• Health Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Mon-Fri Schedule
• Hands on Training
• Parental Leave
• Career Growth Opportunities
• Retirement Plan

Responsibilities

Identify and cultivate new business opportunities throughout the Forest area to grow our client base.

Lead the sales process from initial outreach to final policy implementation.

Analyze current market trends to provide competitive and relevant insurance solutions to our neighbors.

Act as a mentor to newer team members, sharing effective sales strategies and industry insights.

Collaborate with the underwriting department to ensure all client applications are processed accurately and efficiently.

Engage with the local community through events and networking to establish our agency as a pillar of support.

Requirements

Valid Virginia Property and Casualty insurance license.

Three or more years of experience in direct insurance sales or account management.

Strong knowledge of insurance policy structures and underwriting guidelines.

Demonstrated ability to negotiate and close complex sales agreements.

Excellent verbal communication skills for building rapport with prospective clients.

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field is a plus.

Previous experience mentoring or coaching junior sales staff.