Insurance Sales Agent - Crystal Lake

It’s a great time to join AAA The Auto Club Group! JOIN THE TEAM COMMITTED TO DRIVING YOUR CAREER FORWARD Job Type: Full time Exempt/Non Exempt: Hourly Job Description: Join America’s most trusted brand with over 100 years of service. $2,500 Signing Bonus for new hires **To qualify for the Sign-On Bonus, applicants must be new to ACG (not applied in the last 180 days.) There is a 1-year payback clause if your employment is terminated prior to completing 12 months of employment. Additional details can be provided by our Recruiting Team at the time of application** Why Choose AAA The Auto Club Group (ACG) ACG offers excellent and comprehensive benefits packages: Medical, dental and vision benefits 401k Match Paid parental leave and adoption assistance Paid Time Off (PTO), company paid holidays, CEO days, and floating holidays Paid volunteer day annually Tuition assistance program, professional certification reimbursement program and other professional development opportunities AAA Membership Discounts, perks, and rewards and much more Trusted Insurance Brand Walk-in traffic in local AAA branches from Travel/Car Care/Life Lead generation of 14+ million members Annual Sales Incentive Trip A DAY IN THE LIFE of a Field Insurance Agent I The Auto Club Group is seeking a prospective Field Insurance Agent I who is responsible for the sale and service of ACG branded and brokered insurance products, memberships, and financial products within an ACG branch. Uses sales techniques and product knowledge to identify customer-specific needs to generate new sales, retain existing insureds, and grow ACG’s overall insurance book of business. Effectively overcomes objections to close the sale and/or retain the insured. Works to meet or exceed targets as defined in the sales incentive plan and goals assigned by leadership. Conducts insurance review for clients to identify a range of suitable products. Uses provided tools and applicable underwriting guidelines to assess risk, recommend appropriate products and related coverage, quote, bind and issue policies. Participates in local branch events, to solicit new business, create and expand business networks. Build rapport critical to establishing customer satisfaction, loyalty, and affinity to the AAA brand. Responds to customer inquiries and requests relating to insurance, membership, and financial products. Refer Members to other applicable lines of business (i.e., Travel & Financial Services) as deemed appropriate. HOW WE REWARD OUR EMPLOYEES Average annual earnings $57,000-$87,000+ Pay Structure Base Pay $31,200 (non-exempt, eligible for overtime) Unlimited commission potential Elevated commission payout (first 15 months) Supplemental Pay Additional $200/week for months 0-2 Additional $150/week for months 3-4 Additional $100/week for months 5-6 New Hire On-Pace Bonus WE ARE LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES WHO Required Qualifications: Current Property & Casualty Insurance Sales license Current Life & Health Insurance Sales license, or obtain within 90 days of hire Must qualify, obtain, and maintain all applicable state licenses and appointments required for selling and/or servicing Auto Club Group Membership products. Obtain Health and Accident licenses and appointments where applicable as deemed necessary and within a time frame established by the Business Unit. Education High School diploma or equivalent Work experience 1+ year(s) of customer-facing experience in a fast-paced computer automated business environment (i.e., financial/banking) Successful candidates will possess: Strong sales skills with a knowledge of effectively developing, tracking, following up on and closing leads. Possess consultative selling techniques utilizing thorough product knowledge. Strong prospecting skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills combined with strong customer focus Ambition, motivation, and drive Knowledge of desktop systems including, but not limited to, CRM and Microsoft Office software applications. Excellent listening skills and ability to understand customer needs. Knowledge and Skills: Analyze member/potential customer insurance needs and determine appropriate levels of coverage Prepare appropriate rate quotations Organize, plan and promote the sale of ACG insurance and membership products and services Perform outbound service calls Maintain accurate records Insurance terminology General insurance regulations Underwriting procedures Sales regulatory and compliance guidelines Insurance Systems and/or membership systems (e.g., PPS, POS, IMS, IPM) Work effectively in a team environment Work independently, with minimal supervision Exceed member expectations relating to professionalism of demeanor, efficient and effective customer service (on phone or in person) and maintenance of workstation and office facility Proficient in using Microsoft Office products Read, comprehend, and communicate clearly and concisely in the work environment and with the public (e.g., explain instructions, rules and procedures) Perform mathematical calculations to accurately perform monetary transactions Work under pressure in a high volume, fast paced customer service environment Successfully complete appropriate training relative to all Auto Club Group (ACG) products and services Work Environment Work in a temperature-controlled office environment. Willingness and ability to work irregular hours to include weekends, holidays, and community events. Who We Are Become a part of something bigger. The Auto Club Group (ACG) provides membership, travel, insurance, and financial service offerings to approximately 14+ million members and customers across 14 states and 2 U.S. territories through AAA, Meemic, and Fremont brands. ACG belongs to the national AAA federation and is the second largest AAA club in North America. By continuing to invest in more advanced technology, pursuing innovative products, and hiring a highly skilled workforce, AAA continues to build upon its heritage of providing quality service and helping our members enjoy life’s journey through insurance, travel, financial services, and roadside assistance. And when you join our team, one of the first things you’ll notice is that same, whole-hearted, enthusiastic advocacy for each other. We have positions available for every walk of life! AAA prides itself on creating an inclusive and welcoming environment of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints, realizing our differences make us stronger. To learn more about AAA The Auto Club Group visit Important Note: ACG’s Compensation philosophy is to provide a market-competitive structure of fair, equitable and performance-based pay to attract and retain excellent talent that will enable ACG to meet its short and long-term goals. ACG utilizes a geographic pay differential as part of the base salary compensation program. Pay ranges outlined in this posting are based on the various ranges within the geographic areas which ACG operates. Salary at time of offer is determined based on these and other factors as associated with the job and job level. The above statements describe the principal and essential functions, but not all functions that may be inherent in the job. This job requires the ability to perform duties contained in the job description for this position, including, but not limited to, the above requirements. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants, as needed, to enable them to fulfill these requirements. The Auto Club Group, and all its affiliated companies, is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Regular and reliable attendance is essential for the function of this job. AAA The Auto Club Group is committed to providing a safe workplace. Every applicant offered employment within The Auto Club Group will be required to consent to a background and drug screen based on the requirements of the position.