Insurance Sales Representative
Location: Ocean Springs, MS
Job Type: fulltime
Company: Jon Barry - State Farm Agency
Salary: $30000.0 - $30000.0 per year
Category: Sales
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Insurance Sales Representative Job OverviewWe are seeking a dedicated and motivated Insurance Sales Representative to join our team on a full-time basis in Ocean Springs, MS. This position is ideal for individuals who are driven to excel in a fast-paced sales environment and are eager to make a difference by helping clients with their insurance and financial service needs. As an Insurance Sales Representative, you will receive comprehensive training to support your growth and success, regardless of prior insurance experience.
Key Responsibilities- Develop insurance quotes tailored to prospective clients' needs, present policy options, and close new sales to achieve sales targets.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients by providing ongoing support and follow-up, ensuring customer satisfaction and long-term retention.
- Establish and nurture networking relationships with local business owners, such as real estate agents, mortgage lenders, and auto dealers, to generate new sales opportunities.
- Deliver prompt, accurate, and friendly customer service by responding to inquiries regarding insurance availability, eligibility, coverage options, policy changes, transfers, claims, and billing matters.
- Demonstrate a strong work ethic and a commitment to success through daily goal-setting and achievement.
- Identify and develop new financial services opportunities for both existing and potential clients, expanding the agency’s reach and impact.
- Ability to obtain Property & Casualty license and Life & Health license as required by state regulations.
- Preferred: 1-2 years of prior sales experience, especially in roles focused on meeting or exceeding sales goals and quotas.
- Proven record of trustworthiness, dependability, and ethical conduct in professional settings.
- Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and listening abilities, are essential for interacting with clients and colleagues.
- Demonstrated ability to proactively seek out new clients, set appointments, and initiate conversations from a cold start.
- Enthusiasm for the important role insurance and financial services play in the lives of individuals, families, and businesses.
- Base salary plus a highly competitive commission program to reward performance.
- PTO (Paid Time Off) for personal time and holidays to support your work-life balance.
- Bonus opportunities linked to achievement of sales targets.
- Comprehensive training and support, providing outstanding preparation for those who aspire to advance within the organization or become a State Farm agent in the future.
Ocean Springs, MS, offers a welcoming community atmosphere, making it an excellent location to build meaningful client relationships and develop your career as an Insurance Sales Representative. The area's supportive environment provides ample networking and growth opportunities for professionals in the insurance industry.
Equal Employment OpportunityOur company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We value diversity and are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace for every employee.