Insurance Sales Agent (Licensed)
Location: New Orleans, LA
Job Type: fulltime
Company: State Farm Agency - New Orleans
Salary: $18.0 - $22.0 per hour
Category: Insurance
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Insurance Sales Agent (Licensed) Job OverviewWe are seeking a dedicated and motivated Insurance Sales Agent (Licensed) to join our dynamic team on a full-time basis in New Orleans, LA. As a key member of our State Farm agency, you will focus on delivering personalized insurance solutions to customers while providing exceptional service and support. This role is ideally suited for individuals with experience in the insurance industry who are passionate about helping clients protect what matters most. Working as an Insurance Sales Agent (Licensed) offers valuable professional growth opportunities within an award-winning agency environment.
Responsibilities- Develop new business leads and schedule appointments with prospective and existing customers.
- Identify and assess client needs in order to recommend appropriate insurance products and services, including auto, home, property, casualty, life, and health insurance.
- Establish and maintain positive customer relationships, ensuring ongoing communication and follow-up to address evolving insurance needs.
- Deliver timely, accurate, and friendly customer service, including responding to inquiries regarding policy availability, eligibility, coverage options, policy changes, transfers, claim submissions, and billing questions.
- Contribute to achieving agency sales goals and support team success through collaboration and proactive engagement with clients.
- Competitive base salary, with increases based on experience, licensing, and performance.
- Bonuses and commissions awarded based on individual sales performance once licensed.
- PTO (paid time off) for vacation and personal needs.
- Retirement plan eligibility after the first year of employment.
- Opportunities to gain valuable insurance industry experience.
- Clear pathways for career advancement and professional development within the agency.
- Previous experience in insurance sales is preferred, with a focus on Property & Casualty and Life & Health lines.
- Current Property & Casualty license required.
- Life & Health license required, or must be able to obtain one within a specified timeframe.
- Strong sales acumen and excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and active listening abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to meet or exceed sales goals and quotas is preferred.
- Self-motivated and able to work independently while managing multiple tasks.
- Proven ability to relate effectively to customers, ensuring a positive client experience.
Joining our agency in New Orleans, LA provides the chance to work in a vibrant and culturally rich city, renowned for its welcoming community and unique local character.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.