Licensed Insurance Agent

Kemper; Elyria (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major Medical and Dental Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Vacation

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Career growth and promotional opportunities

Job summary

A diversified insurance company is seeking a Licensed Insurance Sales Agent in Elyria, Ohio. In this field role, you will be responsible for conducting home visits, making sales presentations, and maintaining customer relationships. The position offers a sign-on bonus, uncapped commissions, and benefits like medical, dental, and 401(k) matching. Ideal candidates are fully licensed and possess customer service experience. Opportunities for career growth and promotional paths are available.

Qualifications

• Fully licensed to sell all Kemper Life's products (Life, Health, P&C).
• At least 18 years of age.
• Valid driver's license with required auto insurance coverage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct home visits and sales presentations.
• Prospect for new sales opportunities.
• Maintain customer relationships and collect premiums.

Skills

Customer service experience

Ability to build relationships

Sales skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Location(s)

Elyria, Ohio

Role

Licensed Insurance Sales Agent (with sign-on bonus and uncapped commissions).

Employment Type

Full-Time with Benefits

Work Arrangement

Field Role

Career and Opportunity

Kemper is a diversified insurance holding company with over 100 years of experience, committed to serving modest-income families. As a licensed agent, you will be assigned an established book of business, providing prospecting opportunities for new sales and immediate income through a collections commission for premiums collected each month. With a pay-for-performance model, your earning potential grows with your book. Exceptional 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
• Great work‑life balance: autonomy in managing customer visits and premium collection schedule
• Career growth and promotional opportunities

Licensed Agent Bonus Program

Through Kemper's Licensed Agent Bonus Program, new agents eligible for up to $4,750 in bonuses during their first year.

• $750 bonus when hired and assigned to an agency
• $1,500 bonus after six production months
• $2,500 bonus after 12 production months
• Bonuses require maintaining a $200 average monthly issued premium and being an active employee in good standing. Agents must be fully licensed to sell all Kemper Life products in their resident state. The program is not available to rehires or agents with temporary licenses.

Responsibilities

Day‑to‑Day Activities

• Coordinating home visits and 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

• Fully licensed to sell all Kemper Life's products (Life, Health, P&C)
• 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

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 the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality throughout our organization, and we work diligently to maintain a workplace that is free from discrimination.