Licensed Insurance Agent

Kemper • New Iberia, LA

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About The Position

Kemper is seeking licensed agents for its field sales teams serving the insurance needs of modest-income families. Agents receive an established book of business that offers opportunities to prospect for new sales and earn commissions from premiums collected each month. Compensation is performance-based, with earning potential growing as the book of business expands. High-performing agents may also receive awards, prizes, and company-sponsored trips.

The role involves frequent personal home visits with new and existing customers to collect premiums, sell policies, and address service needs. Agents manage their own customer-visit and premium-collection schedules. New fully licensed agents may qualify for up to $4,750 in first-year bonuses, subject to the program’s eligibility requirements, including maintaining a $200 average monthly issued premium and remaining an active employee in good standing. The position is full-time, with benefits, and is a field role.

Requirements

• Must be fully licensed to sell all Kemper Life products (Life, Health, and P&C).
• 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

• Coordinate home visits and conduct sales presentations, recommend products, and close new sales.
• Prospect for new sales opportunities.
• Maintain strong customer relationships by collecting premiums on a pre-arranged schedule determined by the agent.
• Respond promptly to service requests, including beneficiary changes, claims, and loans.
• Keep records, account for collected money, and process 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.

Benefits

• Major medical and dental insurance.
• Group life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation.
• Autonomy in managing customer visits and premium collection schedule.
• Career growth and promotional opportunities.
• Licensed Agent Bonus Program offering eligible new agents up to $4,750 in bonuses during their first year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed