Agent in Training - Farmers Insurance
About The Position
The Jessica Barns Agency in Coldwater, Michigan, is seeking an enthusiastic, dependable person interested in developing sales skills and building a career in insurance. Previous insurance experience is not required; the agency provides training, guidance, and resources. The role focuses on connecting with prospective customers, generating new business, and helping individuals and families make informed decisions about insurance coverage. Team members can develop customer relationships, build earning potential, and pursue long-term growth, including potential pathways toward future Farmers Insurance agency ownership.
Requirements
- Enjoy starting conversations and getting to know new people.
- Motivated by personal achievement and the opportunity to increase earnings.
- Confident communicating over the phone and following up with prospective customers.
- Positive attitude and persistence when facing challenges or rejection.
- Willingness to learn new skills, accept feedback, and apply what has been learned.
- Take responsibility for work and consistently follow through on commitments.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining organized and detail-oriented.
- Able to contribute to a team while remaining accountable for individual results.
- Hold an active insurance license or be willing to obtain the required licensing.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in sales, retail, hospitality, banking, customer service, or another people-focused position.
- Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Create new sales opportunities by contacting prospective customers through calls, referrals, provided leads, and other prospecting activities.
- Learn about customer needs and identify opportunities to provide appropriate coverage.
- Prepare and present quotes for Auto, Home, Life, Business, and other insurance products, as appropriately licensed.
- Explain coverage options, answer questions, and ask prospective customers for the sale.
- Follow up with potential customers, outstanding quotes, and previous leads.
- Expand existing customer relationships by identifying additional coverage opportunities and conducting policy reviews.
- Use agency systems to manage the sales pipeline and track customer information, conversations, and follow-up activities.
- Work toward sales and production goals and contribute to agency growth.
- Develop skills through training, coaching, and hands-on experience.
Benefits
- Competitive base pay plus uncapped commissions.
- Performance-based bonuses and additional sales incentives.
- Paid training and ongoing coaching.
- Lead-generation resources and marketing support.
- Opportunities for continued education and professional development.
- Paid time off and holidays.
- Collaborative and encouraging team environment.
- Opportunities to take on additional responsibilities and pursue advancement.
- Potential pathways toward future Farmers Insurance agency ownership.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
