PROPERTY AND CASUALTY SALES AGENT

AAA Schuylkill County is seeking career-minded individual for our Property and Casualty sales  career opportunity. The Sales Agent is responsible for writing and securing new personal lines insurance policies and memberships in support of AAA Schuylkill County and its subsidiary Insurance Agencies. Works in assigned branch office marketing prospective clients based on established Agency programs and assists “walk in” prospects. Provides superior service to and assists in the retention of Agency clients and AAA members. Provides a source of insurance expertise for AAA members. Prior insurance industry experience and Pennsylvania Property and Casualty License required.  No overhead cost, internal referral program, continued license sponsorship, and incentives provided.  We also offer a base salary in addition to commissions. 
1st year agents make between $50,000 - $75,000 depending on initial sales capabilities.

Required Skills

  • Handling inbound/outbound calls and answering questions from members interested in automobile, home, recreational vehicle, motorcycle and landlord insurance, umbrella coverage.
  • Quoting and preparing automobile, home, recreational vehicle, motorcycle, landlord insurance and umbrella coverage.
  • Handling annual reviews of existing customers, verifying information on policy is correct, cross selling of additional insurance products and AAA products.
  • Assisting clients in processing claims.
  • Arranging appointments with members and prospective members regarding insurance  products.
  • Participating in community and business activities and events to prospect for potential membership and insurance sales opportunities.
  • Utilizing a variety of methods in performing research leading to the establishment of high potential prospects for AAA products.  These methods include direct mail, referral systems, associate cross-selling, partnership sharing, prospect purchases, etc.
  • Contacting and qualifying prospective members and explaining features and benefits of  insurance policies offered, suggesting amount and type of coverage based on analysis of prospect’s circumstances.
  • Calculating and quoting premium rates for specific policies.
  • Anticipating future needs and calling on established clients to renew and upgrade accounts.
  • Developing long-term relationships.
  • Establishing programs designed to retain existing member clients, trigger advance follow-up periods and regaining business that has lapsed.
  • Complete Continuing Education requirements for licenses.
  • Works well autonomously and is self-motivated
  • Ability to handle confidential information in a discreet and professional manner
  • Ability to perform work assignments accurately, neatly and thoroughly; ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously

Benefits

  • 401(k) eligibility and matching
  • Continued license sponsorship
  • Paid Vacation/Holidays
  • Healthcare/Rx/Vision/Dental benefits
  • Insurance premium reductions
  • Travel and entertainment discounts1st year agents make between $50,000 - $75,000 depending on initial sales capabilities

Benefits

Qualifications:

  • Current property and casualty insurance sales experience.
  • Proven communication, organizational interpersonal skills.
  • Competitive sales drive and a commitment to maintaining superior member relationships.
  • Proficiency utilizing computer hardware and software systems.
  • Valid Pennsylvania Drivers license.
  • Good driving record and a current Pennsylvania Property Casualty license required; Pennsylvania Life license preferred.
  • Ability to work some evenings and weekends.
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