
Agent in Training - Farmers Insurance
Grandville, MIFull-time$55–75K/yrPosted 1w agoStill listed 3 days ago
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Job overview
Farmers Insurance is seeking an ambitious, outgoing individual to develop a career in insurance sales. The role focuses on generating new business, building customer relationships, and recommending coverage. The agent receives training, mentorship, and coaching while selling insurance products and working toward production goals. Previous insurance, sales, or customer service experience is preferred, as is holding or obtaining Property & Casualty and Life & Health insurance licenses.
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Full job description
Base Salary + Uncapped Commissions + Performance Bonuses Are you motivated by achieving goals, building relationships, and creating opportunities for yourself through hard work? Farmers Insurance is looking for an ambitious, outgoing individual to join a growing sales team. We're seeking someone who enjoys connecting with people, thrives in a performance-driven environment, and is ready to develop a successful career in insurance sales. Whether you bring previous sales experience or are looking to take your career in a new direction, we provide the training, mentorship, and resources to help you build the skills needed for long-term success. About the Role In this position, you'll focus on generating new business, developing customer relationships, and helping individuals, families, and businesses find insurance coverage that meets their needs. This is a sales-focused opportunity where your success will be driven by consistent prospecting, strong communication, and the ability to turn conversations into new business. You'll work alongside experienced insurance professionals, receive hands-on coaching, and gain valuable experience that can support future career advancement within the Farmers Insurance network. Key Responsibilities
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Generate new business through outbound calls, prospecting, referrals, and community networking.
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Connect with prospective customers, identify their insurance needs, and recommend appropriate coverage options.
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Prepare quotes, explain policy benefits, address objections, and confidently ask for the sale.
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Sell and cross-sell Auto, Home, Life, and Commercial insurance products.
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Build and maintain strong customer relationships through consistent communication, policy reviews, and follow-up.
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Manage an organized sales pipeline using CRM tools to track leads, customer interactions, and renewal opportunities.
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Work toward individual and team production goals while continuously improving your sales skills.
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Maintain knowledge of insurance products and follow Farmers Insurance standards and California Department of Insurance regulations.
What We're Looking For
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Previous insurance, sales, or customer service experience preferred (1–2 years).
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Strong communication skills and confidence engaging with prospective customers.
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Comfortable making outbound calls, following up with leads, and asking for the sale.
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A motivated, competitive mindset with a desire to achieve measurable results.
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Strong organizational skills, time management, and consistent follow-through.
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A positive attitude, professional work ethic, and willingness to apply coaching and feedback.
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Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
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Currently holds or is willing to obtain a Property & Casualty insurance license.
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Currently holds or is willing to obtain a Life & Health insurance license.
What We Offer
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Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission opportunities.
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Performance-based bonuses and additional sales incentives.
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Paid training, hands-on mentorship, and ongoing professional development.
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Coaching and guidance from experienced insurance professionals.
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Opportunities for career advancement and long-term growth within the Farmers Insurance network.
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Flexible scheduling options when available.
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A supportive, team-oriented environment that recognizes hard work and celebrates results.
Build Your Future With Us If you're looking for a career where your effort matters, your performance is recognized, and your earning potential can grow with your success, we'd love to hear from you. We're looking for individuals who are ready to take initiative, embrace new challenges, and develop the skills needed to build a rewarding career in insurance sales. Apply today and take the next step toward your future with Farmers Insurance!
How this job compares
Set against the 8,044 open Sales Representative jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 3, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$55–75K/yr
- Michigan median$66–100K/yr90 salary ranges
- US median$72–100K/yr4,080 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $65K, is 21% below the Michigan median midpoint ($82K) — in the lowest quarter of Sales Representative salary ranges in Michigan.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 207 open Sales Representative jobs in Michigan and 8,044 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Michigan
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- Experience
- Sales Representative postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 2 to 3 years (3,565 postings).
- Education
- 650 of the 8,044 open Sales Representative jobs (8%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 3, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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