Agent in Training- Farmers Insurance

Farmers District 40Battle Creek, MI
$55,000 - $75,000Onsite

About The Position

The Agent in Training position with the Terry Smith Agency is an opportunity for individuals who are motivated by goals, enjoy talking with people, and want a career where their effort can directly impact their income. This role is for someone looking to sell, grow, and build a long-term career in insurance. While previous insurance experience is a plus, it is not required. Candidates with backgrounds in sales, banking, automotive, retail, hospitality, customer service, or other performance-driven roles are encouraged to apply. The position includes hands-on training, ongoing coaching, and the resources needed to develop insurance knowledge and sales skills.

Requirements

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Motivated by goals, achievement, and earning potential
  • Comfortable making outbound calls and starting conversations with new people
  • Persistent and able to handle rejection without losing momentum
  • Coachable and willing to apply feedback
  • Self-motivated with strong follow-through
  • Organized and able to manage multiple leads and follow-ups
  • Previous sales, insurance, or customer-facing experience preferred
  • Property & Casualty and/or Life & Health licensing preferred, or willingness to obtain the required licenses
  • Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply

Nice To Haves

  • Previous insurance experience is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Connect with prospective customers through agency-provided leads, referrals, outbound calls, and networking
  • Ask questions to understand each customer's situation, priorities, and current insurance coverage
  • Identify coverage gaps and recommend solutions across Auto, Home, Life, Business, and other insurance products
  • Provide quotes and guide prospects through the sales process from initial conversation through closing
  • Consistently follow up with leads and maintain an organized sales pipeline
  • Build long-term customer relationships that generate retention, referrals, and additional sales opportunities
  • Cross-sell coverage to help customers better protect what matters to them
  • Work toward individual and agency production goals
  • Participate in ongoing sales coaching, product education, and professional development

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission
  • Performance-based bonuses and incentives
  • Agency-provided leads and marketing support
  • Paid training and ongoing sales coaching
  • Hands-on mentorship from an experienced Farmers agency owner
  • Professional development through the University of Farmers
  • Opportunities to advance into leadership and specialized insurance roles
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Health insurance support based on agency offerings
  • Resources and support available through the Farmers Insurance network
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