What are the responsibilities and job description for the Insurance Sales Advisor - Employee Benefits and Individual Health position at Choice Insurance?
WHY JOIN CHOICE INSURANCE/VIZANCE (CIV)?
Vizance has over 300 associates in 23 locations throughout Minnesota, North Dakota, and Wisconsin and is among the top 1% of all insurance agencies in the United States, based on agency revenue. We have earned several awards, including Top Workplaces, Best Places to Work, Future 50, and Fastest Growing Firms, and we are proud to be a Minority-Owned Business Enterprise (MBE).
Our Sales Advisors have the ability to substantially impact our business clients' financial well-being and protect them from unexpected losses and setbacks.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive prospecting and sales plan that will help drive sales
- Engage in prospecting and business development
- Acquire new accounts and retain clients, working in partnership with a service-oriented team
- Utilize a unique structured sales process which differentiates us from other agencies
- Align clients with the right insurer while providing a consultative approach
- Develop a strong knowledge of our resources and services and promote cross selling opportunities
- Advance toward becoming a Vizance shareholder
WHAT YOU WILL LIKE ABOUT BEING A INSURANCE ADVISOR
- Unlimited income potential: compensation begins with salary plus commission, and transitions to commission-based
- Unique stock grant program for our eligible Advisors
- Annual bonus potential and yearly sales incentive trip
- Comprehensive employee benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) match
- Paid training and mentorship
- Sponsored education opportunities
- Security of working for a stable, independent agency with a defined path for internal succession
- A supportive team environment that celebrates success
- Opportunities for growth
Culture Alignment:
Choice Insurance - A Vizance Company is #PeopleFirst, insurance second.
People don’t need just another insurance agency. People need to be supported by a team of trusted partners who will get to know them and their business, understand their challenges, discover their dreams, and recognize the success in bringing people and insurance together in our communities.
In contributing to our culture, Choice team members are guided by our core values.
- Embrace change and encourage innovation.
- Know when to ask for help and know when to offer help.
- Better the places we live.
- Work hard. Do the right thing. Have a little fun.
Our vision of Diversity at Choice is supported by our #PeopleFirst mission and our core values.
Being #PeopleFirst means that Choice is committed to focusing attention and resources towards creating an environment where everyone feels respected and valued and can do their best work.
Doing the right thing means encouraging employees to share their experiences and ideas, and to bring their whole authentic selves to work. Together, we can build an inclusive culture that seeks out, supports, and celebrates diverse voices.
We can use our diversity to fuel creativity and innovation and bring us closer to our customers and the communities we serve. Be welcome at Choice. We can see you here!
Disclosure
This job description is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for, the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
All employment at Choice Insurance, a Vizance Company is “at-will” employment. This position description does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.
Requirements:
WHAT YOU WILL BRING
- A proven track record of closing sales
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Entrepreneurial mindset
- Desire to create and nurture relationships with clients
- Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
- Property & Casualty Insurance License (or ability to obtain)
