Direct Sales Agent Specialist (1614)

Direct Sales Agent Specialist

National General is a part of The Allstate Corporation, which means we have the same innovative drive that keeps us a step ahead of our customers' evolving needs. We offer home, auto and accident and health insurance, as well as other specialty niche insurance products, through a large network of independent insurance agents, as well as directly to consumers.

The Direct Sales Agent Specialist is responsible for the profitable growth and attainment of business goals by driving new business sales, and understanding customers needs to build rapport and trust. This position drives sales and builds and retains their book of business within the market / retail location. This position is responsible for attracting and generating new customers and cross-selling existing customers, in support of our product offerings including but not limited to Auto, Life, Auto Club, and Roadside Assistance. This role sells to walk-in customers, markets products outside of the office via marketing calls and in-person visits creating community relationships to promote continued growth and assists customers in the office.

Key Responsibilities

Delivers optimal results within appropriate metrics, including quality, quantity, timeliness, productivity, customer satisfaction and financial performance, including compliance with all rules, procedures, and standards consistent with the manager's supervision

Understands, promotes, and remains current on company underwriting guidelines, announcements, and memos related to changes in company policies and procedures

Monitors key competitors in the local market area and makes suggestions on initiatives that could improve the company's position in the marketplace

Works with Direct Sales Leadership to plan, implement, and manage marketing and sales processes to achieve production and growth goals

Receives customer payments, issues receipt and verifies reports of receipts for cash drawers

Leverages community contacts (natural market) to continually build a sales pipeline, as well as an active physical presence in your own community to build multiple centers of influence / referral sources (car dealerships, local events, community organizations, etc.).

Initiates outbound calling to established target customer base for product offerings

Meets and exceeds sales goals through new product sales, cross selling and retention of current customers

Education

High School Diploma or GED (Preferred)

Experience

0-2 years experience (Preferred)

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job does not have supervisory duties.

Education & Experience (in lieu)

In lieu of the above education requirements, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Compensation

Unlicensed Candidates : Base compensation : $17.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Licensed Candidates (Licensed to sell Auto or Property and Casualty [P&C] Insurance) : Base compensation : $20.00 per hour, based on active required license and minimum 6 months of P&C sales experience.

In addition to the base hourly rate, total compensation for this role may include incentive pay, such as commissions and bonuses, based on individual and team performance.

National General Holdings Corp., a member of the Allstate family of companies, is headquartered in New York City. National General traces its roots to 1939, has a financial strength rating of A (excellent) from A.M. Best, and provides personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, motorcycle, supplemental health, and other niche insurance products. We are a specialty personal lines insurance holding company. Through our subsidiaries, we provide a variety of insurance products, including personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, supplemental health, lender-placed and other niche insurance products.

Companies & Partners : Direct General Auto & Life, Personal Express Insurance, Century-National Insurance, ABC Insurance Agencies, NatGen Preferred, NatGen Premier, Seattle Specialty, National General Lender Services, ARS, RAC Insurance Partners, Mountain Valley Indemnity, New Jersey Skylands, Adirondack Insurance Exchange, VelaPoint, Quotit, HealthCompare, AHCP, NHIC, Healthcare Solutions Team, North Star Marketing, Euro Accident.

National General Holdings Corp. is an Equal Opportunity (EO) employer Veterans / Disabled and other protected categories. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of any characteristic protected by law. Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States, as it is not our practice to sponsor individuals for work visas. In the event you need assistance or accommodation in completing your online application, please contact NGIC main office by phone at (336) 435-2000.