Licensed Sales Representative (Entry-Level)

Western & Southern Financial Group; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance starting day one

401(k) with company match

Paid time off with tenure

Tuition reimbursement

On-site fitness center

Job summary

Western & Southern Financial Group in Cincinnati, OH is hiring entry-level Licensed Sales Representatives for an on-site, professional dress setting. In this phone-based role, you’ll speak with existing clients only, with no cold calling, and you’ll complete 10–12 weeks of paid training with full support and materials provided.

You’ll aim to speak with 3–4 clients per hour, build relationships, and pass the Life and Health licensing exam within 45 days (with two attempts).

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Willingness to study and pass Life and Health licensing exam within 45 days, with 2 attempts.
• Strong interest in sales and customer service.
• On-site work in a professional dress setting.

Responsibilities

• Speak with 3–4 clients per hour, aligning needs with available products.
• Build and maintain relationships with empathy and professionalism.
• Complete 10–12 weeks of paid training with full support and materials provided.
• Pass Life and Health licensing exam within 45 days (2 attempts), with paid on-the-job study time.

Skills

Client-focused service

Sales aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Location: Downtown Cincinnati, OH (fully on-site, professional dress)

Schedule: Full-Time, Day Shift

Salary: $50,000/year (Salary + Incentives +Sign on-Bonuses)

About the Role:

We’re hiring entry-level Licensed Sales Representatives to join team. In this phone-based role, you’ll speak with existing clients only, NO cold calling or building a book of business. Most leads come from our customer service team or website referrals.

What You’ll Do:

• Speak with 3–4 clients per hour, listening and aligning their needs with available products.
• Build and maintain relationships with empathy and professionalism.
• Complete 10–12 weeks of paid training with full support and materials provided.
• Pass the Life and Health Insurance exam within 45 days (2 attempts), with paid, on the job study time.

Schedule:

• Training: Monday–Friday 8:00am-4:45pm
• Post-training: Monday–Friday 9:15am–6:00pm

Compensation and Benefits:

• $50,000 starting salary + performance-based incentives
• $2,000 sign-on bonus after 90 days + $500 bonus for passing the licensing exam within 45 days and 2 attempts
• Paid exam study time during work hours
• Exam costs and all training materials covered by Western & Southern

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• Must work onsite in professional dress attire setting
• Strong interest in sales and client focused customer service
• Willingness to study and pass a required Life and Health licensing exam within 45 days of being hired and 2 attempts

Join Western & Southern – Somewhere You Want to Be

Western & Southern is somewhere to grow, lead, win and do good for others. Our supportive culture, continuous learning opportunities and connection to our local communities make our company the ideal place for a career. For more than 137 years, our long-term success has been fueled by a deep commitment to customer service and our community. Headquartered in Cincinnati, W& is recognized as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers by Forbes. Our commitment to career growth and employee development earned us a top 100 ranking on the American Opportunity Index (AOI). We are dedicated to creating opportunities for our associates to grow and succeed. We take pride in our award-winning talent development team and our recognition as a Top 10 Military Friendly Employer and Top Spouse Employer.

Hear what our associates say about their experience at W&S!

Our Culture: Excellence and Collaboration

Western & Southern is built on a culture of integrity, top-notch performance, teamwork and collaboration. We’re committed to hiring and developing professionals who strive for excellence, demonstrate strong ethics and make fact-based decisions. Our associates are empowered to chase their career dreams while being supported every step of the way.

Premier Benefits to Support You

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance starting day one
• 401(k) savings plan with pension options
• Paid time off increasing with tenure
• Tuition reimbursement and individualized career development plans
• Parental leave and maternity leave with a 4-week transition back to work
• Access to on-site amenities like a fitness center, cafeteria and more
• Extensive employee discount program

We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. If you're committed to learning and ready to start a career in client-focused financial services sales role, we’re ready to support you.

Western & Southern is a no nicotine, no tobacco employer in Ohio. Western & Southern Financial Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.