Insurance Agent
About The Position
Shelter Insurance is seeking an entrepreneurial agent to establish and operate an agency in New Philadelphia, Ohio. The role focuses primarily on developing prospects and selling Shelter products, while building a business and serving the local community. Agents may also have the opportunity to hire staff to assist with general administrative duties and sales. Previous insurance-industry experience is not required. Candidates need a motivated attitude, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients in a sales environment. Shelter offers in-house and virtual new-agent training, continuing industry education, professional sales training, and other support to help agents launch and grow their businesses. Prospective agents are not required to have capital or assets on hand, and Shelter does not sell agencies or loan money to agents. Agents are expected to meet sufficient sales requirements and core business proficiencies; if an agent leaves, financial responsibilities are limited to outstanding bills incurred through departure. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Relocation compensation is not provided.
Requirements
- Motivated attitude and entrepreneurial spirit.
- Ability to communicate effectively with clients in a sales atmosphere.
- Strong desire to be a business owner and passion for helping people.
- Must be eligible to work in the United States.
Nice To Haves
- Previous insurance-industry experience is helpful but not required.
- Some sales experience is helpful.
- A degree with general business courses is helpful.
Responsibilities
- Develop prospects and sell Shelter insurance products through the agency.
- Build and operate an insurance business serving the local community.
- Meet sufficient sales requirements and core business proficiencies.
- Potentially bring on staff to assist with general administrative duties and improve sales.
Benefits
- Unlimited new commissions.
- Bonus and incentive opportunities.
- Contract benefits.
- Professional sales training.
- Subsidies and office staff reimbursement, if applicable.
- Computer and technology support.
- In-house and virtual new-agent training schools and continuing industry education courses.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
