Sales Associate, Sales Associate II

Description: In this entry-level position, you will learn how to identify and cultivate clients, initiate and follow up on new business opportunities, obtain underwriting approval, and close sales to commercial accounts. You will participate in an extensive training program and act as an apprentice to two to three successful Account Executives.

During this period, your primary responsibility will be to assist them in renewing accounts by developing customer relationships, assessing and responding to customer needs and coordinating the risk management process.

After successfully completing the training program (typically 8 months but not more than 12 months), you will become an Account Representative with new business and renewal responsibilities and be eligible to participate in a sales incentive plan.

Qualifications:
Highly effective oral and written communication skills, including presentation, persuasion, tact and negotiation skills.

A general working knowledge of the Company's services, products and marketing techniques, insurance contracts, funding and rating preferred but not required; as normally attained through a bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Must be licensed, if required by the state.

*Training will primarily take place out of the Pleasanton Office. This position is located in Orange.*

Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience
We recognize that talented people are attracted to companies that provide competitive pay, comprehensive benefits packages and outstanding advancement opportunities. For this reason we offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following: 401K and retirement plan, Accidental death & dismemberment insurance, Credit Union membership, Dental coverage, Dependent life insurance, Disability insurance, Discounts on automobile and homeowner's insurance, Employee life insurance, Long-term care insurance, Medical coverage, Paid time-off, Pay-for-Performance, Reimbursement accounts, Tuition reimbursement, Vision care coverage, and Work/Life resources.

Job Location: Orange, CA

Job Number: 24313BR

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