[Remote] Insurance Sales Agent – Commercial

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Answer Financial is an Allstate company with over 25 years in the industry, recognized as one of the nation's largest personal lines insurance agencies. The role involves selling multiple commercial insurance products, providing exceptional customer service, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements while working remotely.ResponsibilitiesSell multiple commercial insurance products and provide an exceptional customer experiencePromptly return calls to customer inquiries to finalize and/or preserve the saleRecommend solutions and provide product options to meet customer needs, including increased coverage and product combinationsDemonstrate knowledge on specific insurance carrier product guidelinesRemain current on product offerings, enhancements, and/or changes/modificationsMaintain state licensing requirements, keep abreast of regulatory changes and requirementsAchieve acceptable retention on written businessFollow-up on past quotes and with clientsAbility to follow script – this is a highly regulated industry where compliance is criticalResponsible to develop relationships with Direct Referral PartnersBe able to ask for and inspire referred leadsDemonstrated ability to build rapport with callersBe driven and ambitious with a willingness to work hard and competitive in team atmosphere to achieve company objectives with and personal production goalsMeet the needs of the business by following attendance, adherence, quality guidelines while maintaining the established production levelsSkillsHigh school diploma or equivalentActive property and casualty licenseAFI home certificationAFI commercial training coursePass and/or maintain required state licensing and carrier appointmentsIf bilingual, 100% proficiency in English and Spanish, verbal and writtenExcellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong computer and multi-tasking skillsStrong sales skills with an ability to overcome objections to influence and persuade customers to purchase insurance productsTake initiative, multi-task, be collaborative, and use sound judgment in decision making and problem solvingAbility to provide professional and a winning customer experienceAbility to embrace change and make adjustment when necessaryAbility to build relationships with business partners and inspire referred leadsDemonstrated Ability to set and achieve goalsSuccessfully complete all product and/or skill-enhancement trainingDemonstrated proficiency of MS Office products (Outlook, Word, and Excel), internet, and other related computer applicationsFlexibility with work schedule to meet the needs of customer and the businessAbility to follow script – this is a highly regulated industry where compliance is criticalDemonstrated ability to build rapport with callersBe driven and ambitious with a willingness to work hard and competitive in team atmosphere to achieve company objectives with and personal production goalsMeet the needs of the business by following attendance, adherence, quality guidelines while maintaining the established production levelsTechnical Requirements for Employment: High speed internet is required - you must have the ability to directly connect our equipment to your router via an ethernet cable. We cannot support Wireless hotspots, satellite internet, or other wireless only servicesCandidates must possess authorization to work in the United States, as it is not our practice to sponsor individuals for work visasCollege degreePrevious commercial sales experienceBenefitsYou will earn a base salary, competitive sales bonus, and day one health benefits.Earn a base hourly rate while successfully completing our sales training and pre-licensing programs.We provide you with all computer equipment needed, shipped overnight to your home address.Comprehensive health and wellness benefits on day one.Company matched 401(k) planGenerous paid time offInternet stipendCompany OverviewAnswer Financial is one of the original insurtech companies, established in 1997 and focused on delivering auto and home insurance through strategic partnerships on behalf of more than 40 insurance providers. It was founded in 1997, and is headquartered in Encino, California, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://www.AnswerFinancial.com/.