Job description

About us

Farmers Insurance Group - The Vaughn Agency is a small business in Benton, AR. We are professional, agile, and customer-centric and our goal is to provide Auto, Home, Specialty, Business, and Life insurance to help protect our clients and their families. If you want to be a part of a winning and competitive team, then a career with Farmers Insurance - The Vaughn Agency may be the career for you!.

Our work environment includes:

• Modern office setting
• Growth opportunities
• On-the-job training

Farmers Insurance | The Vaughn Agency in Benton, AR is hiring Insurance Sales Agents to join our growing team!

Farmers Insurance, one of America's largest and most well-known insurance companies, is expanding! We provide Auto, Home, Specialty, Business, and Life insurance to help protect our clients and their families. If you want to be a part of a winning and competitive team, then a career with Farmers Insurance may be the career for you!

Our Culture:

At Farmers Insurance employee success and satisfaction is our top priority. We provide exceptional growth opportunities, award-winning training, and a winning atmosphere so that you may reach your full potential.

Compensation:

We believe in paying exceptionally well for outstanding performance. Our compensation plan is unmatched in the marketplace and truly allows our team members to make an incredible income.

Career Growth Plan:

Farmers is always searching for leaders within our company. Growth opportunities include team leadership as well as agency ownership, among many possibilities. We believe all team members should have the opportunity to better themselves and maximize their potential.

Here are a few of the most frequently asked questions, and answers that we get about our career opportunity:

What kind of training will I receive?

We spend many hours teaching you the essential skills you will need to succeed with Farmers Insurance. In addition, the award-winning University of Farmers provides access to thousands of self-paced online courses you may view at your leisure and web-based live instructor-led training courses.

Is prior insurance sales experience required?

No! You don’t need to know anything about insurance or insurance sales to apply. We provide all the product and sales training you’ll need to succeed!

What is the work environment like in your company?

We are highly competitive and believe in giving 100% effort every day. We expect a lot from our agency owners and staff and provide training, coaching, support, and encouragement to promote success. You will be respected and given every opportunity to succeed.

What would my career growth plan look like?

All team members have an opportunity to take on increasing responsibility and earn additional compensation. Promotion opportunities are given based on performance, not preferential treatment.

Will I have to purchase my leads?

NO! We provide a varied selection of leads! We do not rely solely upon your friends and family for your success.

Is this a commission-only position?

Absolutely not! Our compensation plan is unmatched in the marketplace. We offer a base salary with uncapped commission and attractive bonuses.

What can I reasonably expect to make in the first year?

If you follow our sales process, at the very least you can expect to make $50,000 in your first year with your base salary, commission, and bonuses.

If you would like to be part of something remarkable, and find a CAREER instead of just another JOB, apply today!

Base Salary: $40,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year

Benefits

Benefits for the Insurance Sales Representative:

• Matching 401K

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

• Life Insurance

• Most competitive base salary in the State of Arkansas

• Most competitive commission structure in the State of Arkansas

• Bonus incentives based on individual/agency performance

• Paid time off – holidays, vacation time, and sick time

• Amazing career growth and advancement opportunities

• Professional development and growth

Responsibilities

Responsibilities for the Insurance Sales Agent:

• Identify and qualify sales leads generated from a variety of sources

• Solicit, negotiate, and sell new personal lines and business insurance policies

• Establish and cultivate client relationships to develop a risk profile and match product solutions that protect families by reducing and/or eliminating identified risks.

• Achieve high sales goals by generating new business and cross-selling existing customers

• Educate prospective clients and existing customers on insurance solutions that address life changes

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

• Process existing customer policy change requests

• Respond to customer policy and billing inquiries including explanation of coverages and rate changes to ensure complete understanding.

• Schedule and conduct regular Farmers Friendly Policy reviews with existing customers to ensure the customer’s changing needs are always matched with the appropriate product solution

• Network with current centers of influence and partners to deepen and strengthen referral relationships

• Serve as the claims concierge for existing customers to ensure a smooth and seamless experience from reporting an insured event through payment of benefits.

• Maintain a high level of personal energy and enthusiasm to support a positive agency culture and work environment with team members.

• Having a ton of fun while being part of a competitive team!

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications for the Insurance Sales Agent:

• A high school diploma or equivalent

• Excellent communication skills: written, verbal, and listening

• Proven track record of trustworthiness, dependability, and ethical behavior

• Must have strong written, oral, and interpersonal communications skills

• Must be motivated and confident

• Must be coachable and eager to learn and succeed in a high-pressure environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Arkansas Property and Casualty Producer license

• Arkansas Life Producer License

• Arkansas Accident and Health Producer License

Prior insurance or securities sales experience is preferred, but not required

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $40,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person
• In the field
• Office

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Benton, AR 72015: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

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

Work Location: In person

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