Sales Agent jobs in Florence, AL

DetailsKemper is one of the nation’s leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe a high-performing culture, valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper’s products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you are helping to provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises.Role: Life Insurance Sales AgentEmployment Type: Full TimeWork Arrangement: Field RoleCareer and Opportunity: Kemper is a diversified insurance holding company. We are firmly committed to servicing the insurance needs of modest-income families. Our strength lies within our dedication to frequent personal visits with our customers in their homes for premium collection and other service needs.You’ll start with a paid license preparation/training period! As an Insurance Sales Agent, you will begin with an already existing book of business and have the exciting opportunity to grow the business through your work and dedication.Are you passionate about serving the under-served? This career could be for you! Our Agents gain personal satisfaction and prestige in the community by performing meaningful work to help our clients protect the ones they love and the things they own.With a pay for performance compensation model, Agents have a chance to write their own paycheck with increasing income opportunity as skills and knowledge grow. Superior performance is recognized through awards, prizes, and trips.Benefits: Kemper offers competitive benefits including Group Life Insurance, Major Medical & Dental, Short-term & Long-term disability, 401(k) with company match, Paid Vacation, Employee Stock Purchase Program.Responsibilities:
Agents are set up for success by being assigned a territory (called an agency) with an established book of in-force business.Day to day activities:

• Conducting sales presentations, recommending products, closing sales, and using our Customer Care Sales Model
• Continuously prospecting for sales opportunities
• Collecting premiums from policyholders, based on a pre-arranged schedule
• Responding promptly to policyholder service requests such as beneficiary changes, claims, loans, etc.
• Appropriately keeping records, accounting for money collected, and processing paperwork

Our agents are expected to:

• Increase the agency size
• Build strong working relationships with customers
• Devote whatever time is necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the position
• Commit to ongoing development of knowledge and skills

Minimum qualifications:

• Customer service experience
• The ability to visit customers and prospects door-to-door
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Valid driver’s license with 100k/300k auto insurance coverage
• Dependable vehicle as daily travel is required
• Ability to pass a background check, motor vehicle report check and drug screening
• Authorized to work in the United States

Preparation:

• Licensing –We provide assistance and guidance to those who are preparing to sit for licensing exams.
• Basic Training – New agents complete a basic development program that includes self-study, classroom time, role-play, and extensive fieldwork.
• On-the-job training allows new agents to earn a paycheck while learning their profession

Opportunity is knocking. Don’t let it pass you by!Job Type: Full-timePay: $32,000.00 - $75,000.00 per yearBenefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• Hybrid work
• In the field
• Office

License/Certification:

• Insurance Producer License (Preferred)
• Life Insurance License (Preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,500.00 - $74,500.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Prescription drug insurance
• Travel reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Hamilton, AL 35570