WE ARE GROWING!
IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR AN EMPLOYEE BENEFITS SALES AGENT
W.A. Young Insurance is a local, family run independent agency in West Michigan, and we are growing! We have an immediate opportunity for an Employee Benefits Sales Agent. The position would be responsible for sales and retention to new and existing clients for all their employee benefit needs, including primary health insurance to ancillary lines. Daily activities would include prospecting, quoting, problem solving, client relationships and other inquiries from clients. Some experience within the benefits field is needed, however training for growth in knowledge and products is always available.
We offer a rewarding work environment, an outstanding employee benefits package, and a competitive salary. Benefits include, health insurance, 401K plan, paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
Skills & Requirements:
- Sales
- Excellent time management skills
- Organized
- Self-Motivated, independent worker
- Proficient with Microsoft products
- Holds Life & Health Insurance License
Please submit your resume via email to info@wayoung.com or by fax at 616-866-0948.
IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR A COMMERCIAL LINES PRODUCER
This is a career opportunity for a competitive self-starter as a full time; career focused Insurance Agent/Producer. Experience is preferred; however training will be provided for the right person who seeks a rewarding and lucrative sales career.
As an insurance producer, you must be analytical in determining the needs and interests of the client, beginning with a detailed policy audit and ending with a presentation of your findings to establish trust, earn credibility and add value to prospective & current clients.
Organizational skills are imperative as you multi task weekly in a number of areas including direct correspondence with prospects & clients, obtaining, completing and submitting accurate new business paperwork and monthly sales reports to management. Mentoring will be provided.
Job duties include scheduling appointments and visiting potential and current referral sources to secure referrals to new prospects as well as direct cold calling to prospective clients. We continually prospect for new clients and new referral sources utilizing social media, direct mail, email marketing, the telephone, current client visits, and other local marketing programs.
Young Insurance is family owned, local, and proud to say we have been serving the people and businesses of West Michigan for almost 100 years. With an outstanding team of experienced sales and support staff along with the wide range of carriers we offer there is additional opportunity to service and grow an existing book of business.
Projecting a positive image in representing our company to clients and the community is imperative. Qualified candidates must possess technical insurance knowledge, a competitive desire to win and proven sales skills and experience.
Skills and Qualifications:
Highly motivated, self-starter
Active State of Michigan Property & Casualty License
Sales oriented
Positive attitude
Knowledge of commercial lines insurance
Above average interpersonal skills, both verbal and written
College degree and/or one year experience in commercial lines or proven outside sales experience and related training preferred
Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain active expiration list through internal and external sources
Provide immediate follow up on referrals
Cultivate prospects and obtain new accounts
Provide professional risk management advice to prospects and clients
Work with CSAs to prepare proposals and present to prospects and clients
Stay abreast of trends in insurance industry and pursue continuing education.
Make follow up calls on insureds to insure client satisfaction with insurance program and insurance needs
Benefits include:
A rewarding work environment
An outstanding employee benefits package
Competitive compensation
401k plan
Paid vacations and holidays