Insurance Sales Agent (Licensed)
Location: MERCED, CA
Job Type: fulltime
Company: Peter Padilla - State Farm Agency
Salary: $18.0 - $25.0 per hour
Category: Sales
Job Description Apply Now
If you are a dedicated professional with a background in insurance and a passion for helping customers, consider joining our team as an Insurance Sales Agent (Licensed). This full-time position is an excellent opportunity to build a rewarding career in the insurance industry while working for a reputable and award-winning agency. The role is based in Merced, CA, and offers an engaging work environment with the potential for career growth and advancement.
As an Insurance Sales Agent (Licensed), you will be responsible for developing and maintaining relationships with clients, identifying their insurance needs, and recommending appropriate products and services. You will be the face of our agency, ensuring that every client receives prompt, accurate, and friendly service. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, skilled in communication, and eager to achieve and exceed sales goals. With a supportive team and a positive work culture, you can make a significant impact on our agency’s success while advancing your own career in Merced, CA.
We value our employees and provide a comprehensive compensation package, including base pay with sales bonuses, paid time off, holidays, health insurance allowance, life insurance, a retirement plan, and opportunities for professional growth. Our agency is committed to empowering team members to reach their full potential and achieve collective success.
Insurance Sales Agent (Licensed) - Summary- Serve as a licensed insurance sales professional responsible for guiding clients through the process of selecting insurance products and services.
- Operate in a dynamic and supportive agency environment located in Merced, CA.
- Full-time employment with a focus on customer satisfaction and sales excellence.
- Work alongside an experienced and award-winning team that values growth and achievement.
- Develop new business leads and schedule appointments with potential clients.
- Assess customer needs and market appropriate insurance products and services.
- Establish and nurture long-term customer relationships, providing ongoing assistance as required.
- Deliver prompt, accurate, and friendly service, including responding to inquiries about insurance availability, eligibility, policy changes, claims, and billing.
- Follow up with clients to ensure satisfaction and address additional insurance needs.
- Maintain compliance with all regulatory and licensing requirements for insurance sales in Merced, CA.
- Competitive base salary with performance-based sales bonuses.
- Paid time off including vacation, holidays, and personal/sick days.
- Health insurance allowance for eligible employees.
- Life insurance coverage and retirement plan options.
- Valuable hands-on experience in a respected insurance agency in Merced, CA.
- Clear opportunities for professional development and advancement within the agency.
- Active Property & Casualty license and Life & Health license required.
- Previous insurance sales experience preferred; experience in outside sales, inside sales, retail, or telemarketing is advantageous.
- Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding sales goals and quotas is preferred.
- Excellent written, verbal, and listening communication skills.
- Strong self-motivation and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Ability to multitask effectively and relate well to customers from diverse backgrounds.
- Must pass a background check in accordance with agency policy.
- Ability to work in-office Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Proven experience and licensing in insurance sales, with the drive to achieve personal and team goals.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with a customer-centric attitude and an eagerness to build lasting relationships.
- Ability to adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced work environment in Merced, CA.
- Motivated by opportunities for advancement and professional growth.
- Employment is with an independent contractor agent for a leading insurance brand, not directly with the parent insurance company.
- Completion of licensing requirements and training programs is mandatory for all employees.
- All hiring and employment decisions are made by the independent agency owner.
- Employees of State Farm agents are not employees of State Farm Insurance Companies.
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our workplace.
Take the next step in your insurance sales career by applying for the Insurance Sales Agent (Licensed) position today. Click the job application button to submit your resume and begin your journey with a respected agency in Merced, CA.