Leadership Development Program - Virginia Beach - Sales

GEICO • Virginia Beach, VA

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

GEICO is hiring Leadership Development Program (LDP) Associates for its Sales team in Virginia Beach. The program is intended for recent college graduates who want to develop into leaders in the insurance industry. It combines comprehensive training, hands-on experience, and personalized mentorship to build skills in team management and prepare associates for future management roles.

Associates learn insurance fundamentals, GEICO’s business operations, and team management; work with mentors and leaders; gain experience managing teams and addressing business challenges; and develop skills in motivating teams and analyzing business metrics. The role is grounded in GEICO’s leadership behaviors: ownership, adaptability, leading people, collaboration, and driving value.

The position follows a hybrid work model: 80% in-office and 20% remote after training. GEICO also offers the Flex Program, allowing up to four additional weeks of remote work annually.

Requirements

• A bachelor's or associate degree.
• At least 6 months of leadership experience, which may include leading academic projects; volunteer or philanthropic initiatives; athletics or extracurricular activities; capstone projects or research; shift supervision; or leadership-focused coursework.
• A passion for motivating and inspiring others to achieve shared goals.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Eagerness to learn and grow into a leadership role in the insurance industry.
• Adaptability and a proactive approach to problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a structured leadership program covering insurance fundamentals, GEICO’s business operations, and team management.
• Work with mentors and leaders to support professional growth and development.
• Gain hands-on experience managing teams, driving results, and solving business challenges.
• Motivate and inspire a team while fostering collaboration, excellence, and accountability.
• Analyze business metrics and implement strategies that support organizational goals.

Benefits

• Hybrid work model: 80% in-office and 20% remote after training.
• GEICO Flex Program allowing up to four additional weeks of remote work annually.
• Mentorship from experienced leaders.
• Licensing and continuing education at no cost.
• Leadership development programs and hundreds of eLearning courses.
• Competitive pay, benefits, and flexibility to support well-being and future goals.
• Certification assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree