Insurance Sales Agent - Wheaton, IL

AAA-The Auto Club Group•Wheaton, IL

1d•$55,000 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, on-site sales role at the Auto Club Group (ACG) branch in Wheaton, Illinois. The agent sells and services ACG-branded and brokered insurance products, memberships, and financial products, builds and maintains customer relationships, and develops new business through outreach, referrals, networking, and community engagement. The position offers base pay plus performance incentives, commission potential, ramp-up earnings support, and full benefits. Training is provided to help agents become licensed and confident in the role. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with rotating Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The work is performed in a temperature-controlled AAA branch, and some travel to local events may be required. Average annual earnings are stated as $55,000–$70,000+, based on performance. Compensation also includes $2,500 ramp-up support processed at 30 and 60 days, supplemental weekly pay for the first six months, an elevated commission structure during the first 15 months, and a milestone-based new-hire bonus.

Requirements

Active State Property & Casualty Insurance Sales license.
Active State Life and Health Insurance Sales license, or ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
Qualify for, obtain, and maintain all applicable state licenses and appointments required to sell or service Auto Club Group membership products.
Obtain Health and Accident licenses and appointments where applicable, within the timeframe established by the business unit.
High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of customer-facing experience in a fast-paced, computer-automated business environment, such as financial services or banking.
Ability to develop, manage, and close sales opportunities, including lead tracking, follow-up, pipeline management, and accountability for performance goals.
Consultative selling skills, product knowledge, listening skills, and ability to assess needs, identify coverage gaps, and recommend tailored solutions.
Ability to generate opportunities through referrals, outbound activity, networking, and other business-development efforts.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, a customer-first mindset, and confidence guiding sales conversations.
Proficiency with CRM platforms and Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to work varied hours, including possible weekends.
Some travel to local events may be required.

Nice To Haves

Insurance experience is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

Sell and provide ongoing service for ACG-branded and brokered insurance products, memberships, and financial products.
Uncover customer needs, generate new business, retain existing clients, grow the insurance portfolio, address objections, negotiate, close sales, and meet or exceed individual sales targets and incentive expectations.
Conduct comprehensive insurance reviews to assess risk, identify coverage gaps, and recommend appropriate solutions.
Quote, bind, and issue policies in accordance with underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements.
Build and maintain rapport with members and clients, respond to inquiries professionally and promptly, and support customer satisfaction, loyalty, and trust in the AAA brand.
Prospect through local branch and community events, expand referral networks, develop business opportunities, and identify cross-sell and referral opportunities for Travel and Financial Services.
Maintain disciplined lead tracking, follow-up, and pipeline management.
Regularly attend work reliably.

Benefits

Medical plans with multiple coverage options, including HSA eligibility.
Prescription drug coverage.
Dental and vision benefits.
Employee Assistance Program.
Company-paid basic life insurance and optional supplemental life insurance and dependent coverage.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Critical illness, accident, and pet insurance options.
401(k) plan with company matching and an additional company contribution.
Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
Accrual-based paid time off; full-time new employees may receive up to 12 days annually, subject to eligibility and accrual rules.
Ten company-paid holidays annually for eligible full-time employees, plus one mental health day, two floating holidays, and one volunteer day.
Paid parental, bereavement, jury duty, and military leave.
Tuition assistance.
Professional certification support with 100% reimbursement for eligible programs.
Career development and advancement opportunities.
Complimentary AAA membership with roadside assistance and travel discounts.
Adoption assistance program.
Ramp-up support, supplemental pay during the first six months, elevated commission during the first 15 months, and a milestone-based new-hire bonus.