Protege Agent | Agent In Training - Farmers Insurance

Farmers Insurance - Rappa District; Bonaire (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary + commission

Bonus potential

Training & development

Agency ownership path

Local coaching

Free leads

In-person schedule

Resources of a Fortune 500 insurer

Networking opportunities

Insurance options

Job summary

Farmers Insurance - Richard Rappa District is seeking an Agent In Training (Protege Agent) to help individuals and families identify suitable insurance solutions. You'll build customer relationships, learn sales processes, and work toward agency ownership within a Fortune 500 insurer.

Training and development are provided as you grow professionally. Responsibilities include cold and warm outreach, quotes, education on coverage options, and cross-selling a range of products while maintaining

Qualifications

• Previous sales, customer service, hospitality, or call center experience preferred.
• Ability to pass background checks and satisfy carrier appointment requirements.
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire for business ownership.

Responsibilities

• Contact prospective customers by phone, email, text, and other approved communication methods.
• Follow up consistently with leads and prospective customers.
• Asking thoughtful questions to understand each customer's needs.
• Preparing and presenting insurance quotes.
• Educating customers about available coverage options.
• Selling auto, home, renters, life, business, and other insurance products.
• Cross-selling additional products to new and existing customers.
• Building referral relationships within the community.
• Maintaining accurate records of customer conversations and sales activity.
• Meeting individual and agency sales, activity, and retention goals.
• Participating in sales training, coaching, role-playing, and team meetings.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Negotiation

Sales

Customer service

Education

Property & Casualty license preferred

Life & Health license preferred

Job description

Build a Career - Not Just a Job Are you motivated, competitive, and comfortable starting conversations with new people? Do you enjoy helping others while working toward measurable goals?

Build a Career - Not Just a Job Are you motivated, competitive, and comfortable starting conversations with new people? Do you enjoy helping others while working toward measurable goals?

The Richard Rappa District Office for Farmers Insurance is seeking multiple Agents In Training (Protege Agents) who are ready to build strong customer relationships, develop professionally, and grow within the insurance industry. We are willing to train the right person who brings a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a genuine desire to succeed.

What You\'ll Do

As an Agent In Training | Protege Agent, you will help individuals and families identify insurance solutions that fit their needs. Your responsibilities will include:

• Contacting prospective customers by phone, email, text, and other approved communication methods
• Following up consistently with leads and prospective customers
• Asking thoughtful questions to understand each customer\'s needs
• Preparing and presenting insurance quotes
• Educating customers about available coverage options
• Selling auto, home, renters, life, business, and other insurance products
• Cross-selling additional products to new and existing customers
• Building referral relationships within the community
• Maintaining accurate records of customer conversations and sales activity
• Meeting individual and agency sales, activity, and retention goals
• Participating in sales training, coaching, role-playing, and team meetings
• Providing professional and responsive service throughout the sales process
• Following all agency, carrier, and regulatory requirements

Ready to Take the Next Step to Potential Agency Ownership? If you are looking for an opportunity where your effort, follow-up, and results matter, we would like to hear from you.

Please submit your résumé and answer the application questions provided. Qualified candidates will be contacted to discuss the position and next steps.

Requirements

• Previous sales, customer service, hospitality, retail, call center, or financial-services experience preferred
• Ability to pass applicable background checks and satisfy carrier appointment requirements
• Property and Casualty insurance license preferred
• Life and Health insurance license preferred, or willingness to obtain in specified timeframe
• Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
• Basic computer proficiency and the ability to learn agency software and quoting systems
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire for business ownership, independence, and financial growth
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships, identify customer needs, and close business in a consultative sales environment

Benefits

What You\'ll Receive

• Base Salary + Commission + Potential Bonus Opportunites: Earn while you learn, with competitive pay and incentives
• Training & Development: Access to the University of Farmers, expert coaching, and personalized development plans
• Business Ownership Path: Prepare for agency ownership with the ability to build equity, transfer ownership, and create a legacy for your family
• Local Support: Dedicated one-on-one coaching from the Rappa District Team, consistently ranked among the top-performing districts in the country
• Monday - Friday Schedule (In-person, not remote)
• Free Leads
• Clear and structured pathway to Farmers Insurance Agency Ownership
• Access to the resources, technology, and support of a Fortune 500 insurance organization
• Networking Opportunities
• Vision, Dental, and Supplemental Insurance Options Available