Agent Apprentice - Farmers Insurance

Farmers District 40 • Portage, MI

4d • $45,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Nick Myers Agency in Portage is looking for an Agent to join the team. This position is a great fit for someone who enjoys working with people, is motivated by goals, and wants to develop a long-term career in insurance and sales. You don't need years of insurance experience to get started. If you bring strong communication skills, a willingness to learn, and the motivation to improve, you'll receive hands-on training and coaching to help you build the rest.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills.
• Willingness to learn.
• Motivation to improve.
• Enjoy meeting new people and starting conversations.
• Comfortable communicating over the phone.
• Like having goals and being able to measure your progress.
• Persistence when you hear "no" or don't get an answer.
• Motivated by the opportunity to earn commission in addition to your base pay.
• Take feedback well and are willing to try a different approach when something isn't working.
• Dependable, organized, and consistent with follow-up.
• Want a career with opportunities to take on more responsibility over time.
• Previous experience in sales, customer service, retail, banking, hospitality, automotive, or another customer-facing role is helpful.
• Willingness to complete the required licensing process if not currently licensed.

Nice To Haves

• Previous insurance experience is not required.
• A Property & Casualty and/or Life & Health license is preferred.
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Connect with prospective and existing customers, learning what matters to them, and helping them find coverage that fits their needs.
• Reach out to prospects through agency leads, referrals, phone calls, email, and other outreach.
• Ask questions to understand customers' needs, priorities, and current insurance coverage.
• Prepare quotes and explain coverage options in a clear, approachable way.
• Recommend Auto, Home, Life, Business, and other insurance products.
• Follow up consistently with prospects throughout the sales process.
• Build relationships with existing customers and identify additional coverage opportunities.
• Work toward individual and agency sales goals.
• Keep your pipeline and customer activity organized.
• Participate in ongoing sales coaching, product training, and professional development.

Benefits

• Competitive base pay plus uncapped commission
• Additional performance bonuses and incentives
• Paid training and hands-on coaching
• Lead and marketing resources to support your sales activity
• Mentorship from an experienced agency team
• Access to professional development through the University of Farmers
• Opportunities to grow into leadership and other advanced positions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed