Western Star National Sales Agent

Western Star National Sales Agent

We are Farmers! We are more than just your favorite commercials. At Farmers, we strive to deliver peace of mind to our customers by providing protection and comprehensive advice and delivering in the moments of truth. That means having people who can help us meet changing customer and business needs. Farmers high-performance culture is focused on results and the people who achieve them. We hold ourselves and others accountable for sustainably growing the business and each other. We seek solutions, own our actions, and grow through discomfort. We see setbacks as opportunities while continuously asking ourselves how we impact our customers.

Farmers is an award-winning, equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of an inclusive workforce. We are dedicated to supporting the well-being of our people through our extensive suite of benefits, as well as the well-being of the communities we serve through employee volunteer programs and nonprofit partnerships. Helping others in their time of need isn't just our business it's our culture!

Workplace : Hybrid or Remote depending on location.

Farmers believes in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and innovation, which thrives when we have the ability to work flexibly in a virtual setting as well as the opportunity to be together in person. Our hybrid work environment combines the best of both worlds with at least three (3) days in office and up to two (2) days virtual for employees who live within fifty (50) miles of a Farmers corporate office. Applicants beyond fifty (50) miles may still be considered.

Job Summary

Under the direction of supervisor or manager, responsible for the achievement of new business premium objectives through quoting, counseling, and binding policies for personal lines, specialty lines, commercial lines, and flood insurance products and carriers via inbound contacts. These agents evaluate and place risks with the appropriate appointed carriers based on the individual carriers appetite and underwriting guidelines by working with the carrier and customer.

Under the direction of supervisor or manager, they are responsible for underwriting, pricing, and placement of risks with binding authority for up to 30 carriers and in all 50 states. They use insurance industry knowledge and market expertise to meet customers needs and achieve positive business outcomes.

Customers are obtained through multiple internal and external channels. National Sales Agents focus on developing and building relationships with customers, referring agents, and outside partners by providing a consultative approach.

Essential Job Functions

Using multiple systems quote and counsel consumers on coverage. Making coverage recommendations and binding policies for multiple products and carriers via inbound contacts. Maintain carrier contract production standards as an appointed agent and field underwriter for up to 30 carriers. Accepts, modifies, or rejects risks, within set authority level, based on a review of loss experience, inspection reports, file information, web resources, policyholder tenure, related policies, and nature of risk in accordance with carrier guidelines, standards, and compliance.

Analyze, clarify, and resolve moderately complex insurance related questions utilizing industry knowledge and insurance expertise. While maintaining 3rd party carrier underwriting and performance standards. Build personal skill set by participating in industry related courses to expand product and system knowledge, as well as stay current with relevant products. Meets and maintains performance level standards as outlined in performance objectives. Models core values and understands and supports organizations overall strategy.

Maintains and updates business records in policy and lead management systems in accordance with compliance and accounting practices. Works on special projects and other duties assigned.

Physical Actions

Job is performed in-person at a Farmers office or virtually at an approved alternative work location. Job may include work performed at field locations. The physical work environment is indoors and climate-controlled with adequate lighting and ventilation. Normal and customary distractions include background noise produced by office equipment and chatter among people, as well as interruptions. Field work performed outdoors may include exposure to weather elements. Frequently sits or stands for prolonged periods of time, up to a full shift. Occasionally moves about the workplace including navigating stairs, ramps, and level or uneven surfaces. Occasionally moves, pushes, pulls, lifts, carries, and places objects or materials weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance. Frequently uses shoulders, arms, hands, and fingers to manipulate equipment, tools, and objects necessary to perform job duties. Frequently performs fine motor tasks such as typing, mousing, or writing, up to a full shift. Occasionally performs movements such as bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, twisting, and reaching overhead or below the knees. Possesses clear vision, with or without correction, to visually read and verify information. Relies on depth perception and peripheral vision to navigate the work environment visually by identifying barriers, changes in terrain and locating objects. Possesses adequate hearing, with or without correction, to communicate with co-workers, respond promptly to auditory signals or alarms, and discern sounds essential for maintaining safety and productivity in the workplace. Jobs in this category may require regular travel between Farmers offices, alternative work locations, and / or field locations.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Bachelors degree preferred. Obtain and maintain resident and non-resident property and casualty license required.

Experience Requirements

Minimum 2 years insurance or relevant sales experience required.

Additional Qualification

P&C license required

Benefits

• Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location.
• Range will likely fall between $59,000 - $72,000 based on location.
• Average commission per year is $12,000 - $20,000.
• Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
• 401(k)
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance

Job Location(s) : US - MI - Caledonia, R_US - United States

Anticipated application deadline : At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.

Farmers will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance or other applicable law. Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1033, Farmers is prohibited from employing any individual who has been convicted of any criminal felony involving dishonesty or a breach of trust without prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Farmers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in any employer / employee relations based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military and veteran's status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.

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