Agent Apprentice - Farmers Insurance
About The Position
The Thomas Pastors Agency at Farmers Insurance is seeking a motivated, personable individual to join its sales team. The Agent Apprentice will help expand the agency’s customer base by identifying insurance needs, recommending suitable coverage, and building lasting relationships with customers. The role is suited to someone who enjoys connecting with people, working toward performance goals, and developing a long-term career in insurance sales. The agency provides training, guidance, hands-on mentorship, and professional development. Individuals with long-term entrepreneurial goals may have opportunities to pursue leadership development and a potential pathway toward agency ownership.
Requirements
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build trust with prospective customers.
- Confidence making outbound calls, initiating conversations, and closing sales.
- A motivated, goal-oriented mindset and desire to increase earning potential.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and consistent follow-through.
- Positive attitude, willingness to accept feedback, and eagerness to learn.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of previous sales, customer service, or insurance experience.
- Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Generate new business through outbound calls, prospecting, lead follow-up, and referrals.
- Connect with potential customers, identify their insurance needs, and recommend appropriate coverage options.
- Prepare quotes, explain policy benefits, overcome objections, and ask for the sale.
- Sell and cross-sell Auto, Home, Life, and Commercial insurance products.
- Build and maintain customer relationships through consistent communication, policy reviews, and follow-up.
- Manage a sales pipeline using CRM tools to track prospects, opportunities, and renewals.
- Work toward individual production goals and contribute to the agency’s overall growth.
- Stay informed about insurance products, industry updates, and applicable compliance requirements.
- Participate in team meetings, sales coaching, and ongoing professional development.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission opportunities.
- Performance-based bonuses and additional sales incentives.
- Paid training, hands-on mentorship, and ongoing professional development.
- Career advancement and leadership opportunities, with a potential pathway toward agency ownership.
- Flexible scheduling options when available.
- Supportive, team-oriented environment that recognizes effort and celebrates results.
- Potential health insurance support options.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Milestone-based incentives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
