Entry Level Insurance Sales

Alleviation Enterprise•Fayetteville, AR

About The Position

Alleviation is a provider of supplemental insurance products intended to help individuals and families obtain financial security and address gaps in healthcare expenses. The company is seeking motivated people for an entry-level Insurance Sales Representative role. The position provides an opportunity to learn about the insurance industry while developing sales and customer service skills. Representatives prospect, contact, and meet potential clients to discuss insurance needs and present personalized coverage options. The work is described as dynamic and fast-paced, with an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on clients. Successful candidates are self-directed, able to manage challenges and their own schedule, and comfortable communicating and presenting in different settings. The role includes classroom and field training, use of a customized Salesforce CRM, and collaboration with a sales team manager. Compensation includes a weekly draw pay option plus commissions, with additional bonus and incentive opportunities. Health, dental, and vision benefits are offered after 60 days of employment.

Requirements

Pass a high-level pre-employment background check.
Have an active driver's license and reliable transportation.
Hold an active Health & Life Insurance Producer license in the state of residence, or be willing to obtain one. A study course is provided at no cost, and state licensing fee reimbursement is available.
Have a bachelor's degree or at least four years of post-high-school work experience. Candidates within six months of degree completion or with less than four years of professional work experience may be considered if they have a relevant sales or athletic background.
Be able to work through and overcome challenges.
Manage one's own day, workflow, and schedule effectively without supervision or micromanagement.
Have exceptional communication and presentation skills and be comfortable talking to strangers and helping people open up.

Nice To Haves

Background as a former college athlete, server, small business owner, early starter, frequent traveler, or avid learner engaged in personal development activities.

Responsibilities

Use the customized Salesforce CRM to curate leads and generate clients while expanding a professional network within the territory and neighboring communities.
Respond to client inquiries by phone, email, or text as needed.
Schedule meetings with potential and existing clients to understand their insurance needs.
Attend scheduled calls and meetings with the sales manager and team.
Visit new businesses, develop relationships with local business owners, follow up on referral leads, and re-service existing clients.
Build and nurture an individual client portfolio.
Collaborate with the sales team manager to set monthly and quarterly sales targets.
Plan and follow a weekly schedule and working hours, and submit the schedule to the sales team manager each week.
Record daily work statistics and sales activity updates at the end of each workday.

Benefits

Comprehensive classroom and field training program.
Weekly draw pay option plus uncapped commissions, with a short sales cycle of three business days.
Monthly cash sales bonuses.
Quarterly stock share bonuses.
Incentive trips.
Vested renewal commissions.
Health, dental, and vision benefits after 60 days of employment.
Performance-based promotions.
Control of schedule based on results achieved rather than time worked.
Continuing professional development classes, advanced sales trainings, and leadership development classes.
A culture of camaraderie, friendly competition, and a success mindset.