Insurance Sales Representative (Entry Level)

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Are you looking for a career where you can truly make a difference by helping and educating others?

The Silicon Valley District Office of Farmers Insurance is actively seeking a motivated individual in Sunnyvale, CA! This is a great opportunity to join a high-performing team where success is celebrated and rewarded! This role has a stable base pay with an additional opportunity for bonuses and commission.

No insurance experience is required. We’re looking for individuals who are great at connecting with people, coachable, and eager to learn. If you bring the determination, we’ll provide all the training and support to help you succeed.

Job Description/Responsibilities

As an Insurance Sales Representative, you will be part of a supportive team that focuses on helping clients understand and select the right insurance coverage. You will work alongside an experienced agency owner and a strong team. You will learn about insurance sales, networking, becoming an agency owner (optional), and much more. You will:

  • Learn about Farmers Insurance products and services through training and mentorship
  • Contact and engage potential clients using provided leads.
  • Build and maintain relationships with customers through professional communication and follow-up.
  • Assess customers’ unique insurance needs to prepare accurate quotes and recommend tailored solutions.
  • Educate clients on insurance products and coverage options to help them make informed decisions.
  • Proactively reach out to prospective clients through various channels, including phone calls, emails, and networking events.
  • Work toward the sales goal set by the agency
  • Work with an agency owner, the District Office, and clients to ensure agency growth through retaining customers and building new connections

Candidates must obtain their Property & Casualty and Life, Accident, and Health licenses for this role. We encourage candidates who are determined to obtain these licenses to apply, as our team provides guidance and support throughout the licensing process.

Qualifications

We are looking for someone ambitious, accountable, and ready to build a better future.

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Goal-focused with a willingness to learn
  • At least one year of sales experience in any industry is preferred.
  • Comfortable speaking with new people and starting conversations.
  • Motivated to learn about insurance, inside sales, and the agency sales process.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
  • Must be willing to obtain the Property and Casualty license.
  • Must be willing to obtain the Life, Accident, and Health license.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary with opportunities for bonuses and commissions
  • Monthly and quarterly bonus opportunities
  • Paid time off
  • Professional and supportive team environment
  • Comprehensive training from the Silicon Valley District Office and the experienced agency owner.
  • Financial assistance to become a Farmers Insurance agency owner upon meeting certain criteria and/or sales targets (optional).
  • Monday through Friday schedule
  • No weekends required
  • Sick pay
  • Advanced Education Opportunities

If you are interested in this opportunity, we welcome your application. We review applicants on a daily basis.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Are you willing to obtain your Property & Casualty and Life, Accident, and Health licenses?

Ability to Commute:

  • Santa Clara, CA 95050 (Required)

Work Location: In person

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