Insurance Agent Trainee

Kemper•Beachwood, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Kemper is a diversified insurance holding company with a history spanning over 100 years, dedicated to serving the insurance needs of modest-income families. The role involves frequent personal home visits to collect premiums, conduct sales of new policies, and address service needs. New unlicensed agents undergo a paid training period to prepare for licensing exams. Upon licensing, agents are assigned an existing book of business to manage, earning a percentage of collected premiums and commissions on new sales. The company emphasizes a pay-for-performance model, offering opportunities for income growth through hard work and dedication. Agents find personal satisfaction and community prestige in helping clients protect their cherished assets. Superior performance is recognized through awards, prizes, and company-sponsored trips. The compensation for the role is fully commission-based.

Requirements

Customer service experience
Must be at least 18 years of age
Valid driver’s license with required auto insurance coverage
Dependable vehicle for daily travel
Ability to pass a background check, motor vehicle report, and drug screening
Authorization to work in the United States

Responsibilities

Conducting sales presentations, recommending products, and closing new sales
Prospecting for new sales opportunities
Maintaining strong customer relationships by collecting premiums on a pre-arranged schedule that you determine
Responding promptly to service requests such as beneficiary changes, claims, and loans
Record keeping, accounting for money collected, and processing policy paperwork
Grow the assigned territory through new sales
Build strong working relationships with customers
Devote the time necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the role
Pursue continuous professional development in insurance products and sales effectiveness