Job Description
Greater New York Agency Inc. is seeking a LICENSED SALES ASSOCIATE(LSP-I) to work in their Westchester County office supporting a new Insurance Agency subsidiary. The LSP-I is an entry level insurance sales professional who will focus on personal lines of business. Working alongside the Managing Agent and other Licensed Sales professionals, the LSP-I will sell exclusively to individuals and families for primarily noncommercial purposes.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Achieve customer acquisition, satisfaction and revenue growth objectives
- Approach potential clients by utilizing mailings and phone solicitation; making presentations to groups at company-sponsored gatherings; speaking publicly to community groups.
- Constantly update job knowledge and learn about new products and services, new skills, and receive technical assistance in developing new accounts; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
- Contact customers to obtain and verify appointments.
- Articulate advantages and disadvantages of various products to promote the sales.
- Interview prospective clients to get data about their financial resources and discuss existing coverage.
- Participate in community events, as necessary.
- Perform administrative tasks, such as maintaining records and handling policy renewals; process/submit changes in policies.
- Resolve customer complaints via phone, email, mail, or social media.
REQUIREMENTS
- NYS License required – Property and Casualty Agent – Personal Lines
- Proven ability to work with goals
- Demonstrated ability to communicate, present, influence and sell effectively
- General insurance product knowledge
- Dependability
- Excellent communication and writing skills
- Advanced computer skills for applications that focus around social media and business productivity (i.e. MS Excel, Word, Power Point)
- Prior experience with Salesforce or other CRM systems
- College Degree or in process of obtaining preferred
- Ability to read from scripts