Licensed Insurance Agent

Kemper; Whiteville (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; 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

Kemper in Whiteville, North Carolina, is seeking a Licensed Insurance Sales Agent for a full‑time role with benefits including medical, dental, and a generous bonus program.

In this position, you will manage customer visits, conduct sales presentations, and maintain excellent client relationships. The role requires a valid driver's license and full licensing to sell Kemper Life products.

Join a company that values diversity and offers opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Dependable vehicle for daily travel.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Conduct sales presentations and close new sales.
• Prospect for new sales opportunities.
• Maintain strong customer relationships.

Skills

Customer service experience

Ability to build strong relationships

Sales effectiveness

Education

Fully licensed to sell Kemper Life products

Valid driver's license

Job description

Role

Licensed Insurance Sales Agent (Field Role, Full‑Time with Benefits) with sign‑on bonus and uncapped commissions.

Location

Whiteville, North Carolina

Overview

Kemper is a diversified insurance holding company that has served modest‑income families for over 100 years. We conduct frequent personal home visits to collect premiums, sell new policies, and address service needs. New agents are assigned an established book of business that offers immediate income through a collections commission and future earning potential as the book grows.

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

Paid Bonus Program

• Up to $4,750 in bonuses during the first year for agents who sell all Kemper Life products.
• $750 bonus when hired and assigned to an agency.
• $1,500 bonus after six production months.
• $2,500 bonus after 12 production months.
• Qualification: maintain a $200 average monthly issued premium, be an active employee in good standing, and be fully licensed to sell all Kemper Life products in your resident state.

Responsibilities

• 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 self‑determined schedule.
• Responding promptly to service requests such as beneficiary changes, claims and loans.
• Record keeping, accounting for money collected and processing policy paperwork.

Expectations

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

Minimum Qualifications

• Fully licensed to sell all Kemper Life 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.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

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, 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 across our organization and we work diligently to maintain a workplace free from discrimination.