Insurance Agent Apprentice

Job Description

About the Opportunity:

Are you a motivated sales professional ready to take control of your future? The Jason Linger Agency with Farmers Insurance in West Plains, MO is looking for an Insurance Sales Professional who wants more than just a job - someone who's driven to build a career with unlimited potential, including the opportunity to one day own their own Farmers agency.

Why Join the Jason Linger Agency?

As part of the Farmers Insurance family, we offer the best of both worlds:

The security and support of a top national brand

The freedom and flexibility of an independent-style agency

Personalized mentorship from a local, experienced agent

Access to multiple carriers and competitive products

This is your chance to grow with a respected agency that values entrepreneurship and empowers team members to achieve real ownership.

What You'll Do:

Build and manage a pipeline of prospective clients

Offer tailored solutions for auto, home, life, and commercial insurance

Deliver outstanding customer service and follow-up

Collaborate directly with agency leadership to develop sales strategies

Participate in hands-on training and mentorship

Prepare for ownership through Farmers award-winning development program

Who You Are:

You have experience in sales, customer service, or business development

You're a strong communicator and natural relationship builder

You're self-motivated and goal-oriented

You want to grow your career into agency ownership within the next few years

Licensed in insurance (preferred), or willing to obtain a license quickly

We Offer:

Base salary + uncapped commissions + bonuses

Product and Sales training

Mentorship directly from Jason Linger, one of the most respected Farmers agents in Southeast Missouri

Marketing resources and lead generation support

A clear, supported pathway to agency ownership

A collaborative and positive office culture in the heart of West Plains, MO

Ideal Backgrounds:

We've found great success with candidates from:

Sales management

Small business ownership

Real estate, mortgage, and financial services

Customer-facing retail or service roles

Military service or disciplined professional backgrounds

Teachers

Athletes

Take the Next Step Toward Ownership.

Benefits

Annual Base Salary + Commission + Bonus Opportunities

Hands on Training

Mon-Fri Schedule

Career Growth Opportunities

Leads Provided

Uncapped Income

Responsibilities

Meet new business production goals and objectives as established.

Develop insurance quotes, make sales presentations, and close sales.

Develop ongoing networking relationships with Real Estate Agents, Mortgage Lenders, Title Companies, Auto Dealers, etc.

Prospecting and generating new business through leads & referral sources.

Provide exceptional customer service and support.

Be outstanding at relationship building.

Grow sales revenue by utilizing phone, email and potential client lists.

Presents and explains insurance policy options based upon prospective client needs and their personal goals.

Requirements

Possess a genuine willingness to learn, be intuitive and resourceful and be coachable.

Possess an upbeat, positive and enthusiastic attitude.

Create relationships from a cold start.

Proficiency to multi-task, follow-thru and follow-up.

Excellent Communication/interpersonal skills.

Must be highly self-motivated.

Professional phone etiquette.

Great Customer Service Skills.

Problem-Solving Capabilities.

Driven and goal-oriented individual.

A Property & Casualty insurance license is required.

A Life & Health Insurance license is required.

Full-time