What are the responsibilities and job description for the Financial Agent - Entry Level position at Niemeyer Agency - Knights of Columbus?
Join the Award-Winning Niemeyer Agency – Knights of Columbus (KoC)!
As the #1 Knights of Columbus agency in Illinois for over a decade, the Niemeyer Agency proudly serves families across most of the state, offering trusted financial guidance to thousands of client members statewide.
About Us : Founded in 1882, the Knights of Columbus embodies the principles of charity, unity, and fraternity. Charity lies at the heart of everything we do, supporting a wide array of initiatives that uplift the sick, disabled, and those in need. As a fraternal benefit society, we deliver financial security for members and their families, transforming premiums into meaningful charitable impact. Guided by our principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity, and Patriotism, we uphold core values of Integrity, Professionalism, Excellence, and Respect, making the Knights a fulfilling and mission-driven career home.
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Role Overview : As a Knights of Columbus Financial Agent, you will serve local families by providing personalized financial solutions that align with their values and goals while representing the mission of the Knights of Columbus.
- Offer Financial Solutions : Provide insurance, retirement, and investment services.
- Grow Business : Engage new and existing members to meet performance goals.
- Uphold Values : Represent the Knights of Columbus mission in all interactions.
- Career Growth : Leadership and management opportunities are available for those who exceed expectations.
- How long with KoC? 19 years.
- Prior Experience? Worked in Cell Phone sales prior to beginning with KoC after college.
- Passionate About? Enjoys spending time with 3 boys and watching them play basketball, football, baseball, and hockey, while always cheering on the Blues!. Jeff loves spending time with his wife traveling and still personally playing hockey every week!
- Vision for Growth : Passionately dedicated to transforming the lives of agents and advisors by fostering professional growth while expanding the agency’s impact, ensuring more Catholic families across Illinois achieve financial security and peace of mind.
- How long with KoC? 10 years.
- Prior Experience? Gained valuable experience in real estate and as a Financial Aid Advisor at a local university before joining KoC.
- Passionate About? Loves spending time with his wife and traveling around the world, visiting over 30 different countries.
- How long with KoC? 10 years.
- Prior Experience : Joined KoC immediately after graduating from Lake Land College, where he focused on Accounting and Business Management.
- Passionate About? Loves spending time with his wife and 2 kids, enjoying traveling, hunting, and playing golf.
- Fast onboarding process, with new agents typically ready to begin within 30 days.
- Kickstarter program that includes an average of 25-35 appointments with an experienced mentor to ensure early success.
- Paid licensing and professional designations to support ongoing development.
- Mission-driven work focused on serving local communities.
- Access to a robust database of approximately 1,000 leads to jumpstart your client base, eliminating the need to rely on personal networks.
- Systematic, and being able to follow a process toward success.
- Coachable, willingness to learn and be challenged.
- Self-driven and energetic.
- Disciplined with a strong work ethic.
- Open minded to a career change.
- Path to exceed $100,000 in first year earnings, with starting draw.
- Up to $12,000 in training grant.
- Significant variable perks including commissions, bonuses and incentive trips.
- Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and disability insurance.
- Retirement including Pension and 401(k).
- 2 or 4 year degree is preferred, but not required.
- Willingness to quickly obtain (or reinstate) state insurance licenses and FINRA certifications.
Meet Our Leaders : Jeff Niemeyer, Shaun Moore and Tyler Sheehan :
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Tyler Sheehan -– Assistant General Agent :
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With a legacy of top-tier awards and a focus on training and development, we provide the tools, mentorship, and support needed to help you succeed. Join us and make a lasting impact while growing your career in financial services!
Flexible work from home options available.
Salary : $78,000 - $112,000