Sales Representative

Job Description

Brian Downes - State Farm Agency, located in Flushing, NY, is seeking a qualified professional to join their winning team for the role of Sales Representative – State Farm Agent Team Member (sales experience preferred). Insurance experience is not required as we will train the right person with the right skill set. Must be able to obtain a Property and Casualty license and Life and Health license.

We seek an energetic professional interested in helping our business grow through value-based conversations and remarkable customer experience. If you are a motivated self starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, then this is your opportunity for a rewarding career with excellent income and growth potential.

As an Agent Team Member, you will receive...

Salary plus commission/bonus (based on experience)

401k participation and up to a 6% employer match (eligible after 12 months)

Paid time off (vacation and personal/sick days)

Growth potential/Opportunity for advancement within my office

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

Use a customer-focused, needs-based review process to educate customers about insurance options.

Work with the office management to achieve both team and individual goals.

Develop leads, schedule appointments, identify customer needs, and market appropriate products and services.

Requirements

Sales experience (outside sales or inside sales representative, retail sales associate, or telemarketing) preferred

Successful track record of meeting sales goals/quotas preferred

Enthusiastic about the role insurance and financial products play in helping people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected, and realize their dreams

Self-motivated

Detail oriented

Ability to make product presentations over the phone and in person to potential customers

Knowledge of Personal Lines Insurance products

License/Certification:

Property and Casualty license (must be able to obtain)

Life and Health license (must be able to obtain)

This position is with a State Farm independent contractor agent, not with State Farm Insurance Companies. Employees of State Farm agents must be able to successfully complete any applicable licensing requirements and training programs. State Farm agents are independent contractors who hire their own employees. State Farm agents’ employees are not employees of State Farm.