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Agent Trainee - Farmers Insurance

Farmers Insurance

kalamazoo, MIFull-time$55–85K/yrPosted 5 days agoStill listed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$55–85K/yr
Location
kalamazoo, MI
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Agent Trainee at Carson Cook Agency helps grow the agency by finding insurance solutions for clients and building relationships. The role includes prospecting, advising customers, selling and cross-selling policies, and tracking leads with CRM tools. The agency offers paid training, professional development, and opportunities for advancement. Sales, insurance, or customer-focused experience is preferred, as is an insurance license or willingness to obtain one.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Communication, requiredNegotiation, requiredOutbound Calling, nice to haveLead Follow-Up, nice to haveSelf-Motivation, requiredOrganizational Skills, requiredSales, nice to haveInsurance, nice to haveCustomer Service, nice to haveCRM Tools, nice to have

Qualifications

Sales, Insurance, or Customer-Focused Experience, nice to haveProperty and Casualty or Life and Health License, nice to have

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Agent Trainee – Farmers Insurance | Carson Cook Agency, Kalamazoo Are you ambitious and ready to build a career, not just take another ordinary job? The Carson Cook Agency at Farmers Insurance is growing fast, and we need energetic Agent Trainees who are excited to jump into sales and help shape the future of our expanding team!

Why Join Carson Cook Agency? Our agency is thriving, and we believe success grows as we grow together. If you have an entrepreneurial mindset, want to develop your skills, and hope to make a positive impact on both your clients’ lives and your own career, you’ll feel right at home here. We support our team every step of the way, providing clear paths for learning and advancement.

About the Role This is opportunity is more than just a sales role and a great chance to build a meaningful career. As an Agent Trainee, you’ll be an important part of our agency’s growth, helping people find the right insurance solutions, and building real relationships within a supportive team. You’ll have opportunities to stretch yourself and grow, both professionally and personally.

What You’ll Do

  • Reach out to potential clients and help us grow our agency

  • Advise customers on insurance products that fit their needs

  • Sell and cross-sell Auto, Home, Life, and Commercial policies

  • Build lasting client relationships with great service

  • Set and achieve your own sales goals, contributing to the agency’s success

  • Use our CRM tools to keep track of leads and opportunities

What Helps You Succeed

  • One year or more of experience in sales, insurance, or other customer-focused work is preferred

  • Strong communication and negotiation skills

  • Willing to make outbound calls, follow up with new leads, and keep growing your business

  • Self-motivated and eager to learn with solid organizational skills

  • Property & Casualty and/or Life & Health insurance license is helpful (or be willing to get licensed)

Perks and Benefits

  • Base salary plus unlimited commission

  • Bonuses for great performance

  • Paid training and ongoing, real-world professional development

  • Fast track to leadership opportunities and a chance to run your own agency in the future

  • Friendly, team-oriented atmosphere where your work matters

  • Health insurance support available

  • Paid time off and holidays

If you’re ready to take the next step, make your mark, and grow with a team that’s moving forward, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and help us build the future at the Carson Cook Agency in Kalamazoo!

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