INSURANCE SALES TEAM MEMBER (Full OR Part-Time - 20k-60k)

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13755066 About our State Farm Insurance Agency? We advise individuals and businesses on how to prepare for the unexpected.Our focus is dedicated to providing our insurance customers with the peace of mind that what matters most will be protected. Your are a fit if you: - are seeking a professional work environment at an established organization - have a desire to help others protect their future - have an entrepreneurial spirit and are challenged by the opportunity to grow the business - are focused on learning and development to enhance your industry knowledge and expertise - are a self-starter willing to invest time and energy to learn the technical aspects of our business - believe in integrity and building success by developing relationships with others - You now possess your insurance licenses or are able to acquire the licenses prior to office start ....... Job Responsibilities As an Insurance Agent Producer, you will prospect for business based on your local networks, connections, and communities. You will be supported by our team and State Farm corporate office and regional offices with the opportunity to create your own entrepreneurial journey. You will be the cornerstone of our superior customer service and will be charged with ensuring client satisfaction. Other responsibilities include: - Generating and pursuing new client opportunities - Must start from day #1 with a list of contacts you can call to generate business - able to generate new prospects from various ways - have a center of influence contacts - Presenting our services and solutions during all point of client contacts - Bringing new business prospects to closure - Retaining clients by maintaining solid business-to-business relationships - Prospect, identify, develop new clients from referral or cold calling - Educate clients on State Farm and our agencys value, service and offerings - Prepare/assist in contracting of clients and any required paperwork - Develop and maintain current knowledge of State Farms core business products - Work optimally with team to ensure sales targets are achieved - Work with clients to ensure the optimal coverage is offered, including quoting and/or follow-up - Support clients by providing technical support, product education, etc. - Maintain and continual updating of State Farm's client database/regulatory updates - If required, maintain industry memberships/licenses with regulatory bodies - Attend and participate in ongoing education for industry knowledge Job Requirements In the Insurance Agent Producer role, you must be an independent self-starter who is able to sell and develop strong business-to-business relationships. We are seeking confident professionals who are not afraid of cold-calling and developing new business. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced and novice professionals alike. Other requirements include: - Experience selling to a specific industrya plus - Illinois Insurance Licenses REQUIRED (MUST POSSESS or ACQUIRE ASAP) - Ability to work under pressure and within deadlines - Good listening skills and ability to determine clients needs efficiently - Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products - Previous insurance experience is an asset - Detail-oriented - Strong communication, interpersonal, multi-tasking, and organizational skills required - The preferred candidate is a team player with a great attitude, self-motivation, and the ability to work in a fast paced environment The total compensation for this position is uncapped. It includes a competitive base comp (DOE) and uncapped incentive production bonuses. Both will be impacted by factors such as the successful candidates skills, experience, licenses, education. We also offer Paid time off, Profit sharing plan, Health prem allowance, Growth opportunity, Advancement opportunity, a Mon-Fri 9-5 schedule (NO weekends/evening), and Reimbursement of your insurance licenses fee after six months, if unlicensed. This position is with a State Farm independent contractor agent, not with State Farm Insurance Companies.