Sales Agent

At Hotchkiss Insurance Agency, we are committed to serving our customers, making a difference in the lives of those we serve. By offering a range of insurance solutions specifically designed for the needs of our customers, we will consistently strive to provide the most appropriate, cost effective insurance products and quality services.

 

Our agency is looking for an individual ready to immerse themselves in the rich heritage of Aggie traditions.He or she will be working in the close-knit community of Bryan/College Station meeting the insurance needs of our niche program business.  Our focus is on maintaining excellent service to clients in a sales culture.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

?  Continually search for sales prospects from various sources provided by the agency, by cold calling, and phone contact.

?  Solicit referrals from existing agency accounts and x-dates from sources other than those provided after approval by agency management.

?  Meet on and off site, with existing and prospective clients to review exposures, analyze business and insurance  needs, and make recommendations. 

?  Assist in resolving any problems in accounting, engineering, or claims for accounts produced.

?  Assist in marketing accounts where appropriate due to relationships or product expertise.

?  Achieve a balance in production to meet agency ?mix of business? goals.

?  Expected to meet the monthly new business premium goals through a variety sources such as cold calls, referrals, niche marketing, etc.

?  Be available for communication with new business department, underwriter, loss control, etc.

?  Make the sale and pick up necessary deposit and arrange for binders, certificates, etc.

?  Maintain a working relationship with underwriters enabling producer to negotiate as required for placement of risks.

?  Assist in collecting earned premiums, audit premiums, etc. when called upon.

 

EDUCATION/BACKGROUND Minimum 5 years agency experience.  Knowledge of Applied Systems a plus.Must be able to work independently and build strong client and company relationships.  Individual must be licensed. CIC designated candidate preferred.College degree preferred.  Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus.

 

 

BENEFITS

?  Competitive Salary

?  Health/Dental/Disability/Life/Additional Insurance

?  401(k) with company match

?  Paid holiday/vacation/personal leave time off

?  Additional benefits