Insurance Sales Representative (Onsite)

Western & Southern Financial Group - Cincinnati, OH

Full-time - Entry Level

Cincinnati, OH

Insurance Carriers and Related Activities

About the position

The Insurance Sales Representative will be responsible for selling Gerber Life Insurance products directly to consumers through various lead sources, including direct response television ads (DRTV), direct mail, internet, partnership marketing, and existing Gerber Life customers. This role requires the representative to handle initial calls and cross-sell other Gerber Life products as customer needs are identified. The position is fast-paced and demands sharp sales skills to effectively identify and meet the needs of customers while providing excellent service. In addition to sales responsibilities, the representative will also manage inbound and outbound service calls, process new insurance applications by entering information into the electronic database, and utilize a consultative sales approach to sell policies to both new prospects and existing customers. The representative will be expected to maintain a high level of customer service and may also be assigned additional administrative tasks or project work as needed. The role requires a licensed individual who can work a variable schedule, including evenings, weekends, and some holidays. The representative must demonstrate strong sales acumen, effective communication skills, and the ability to multitask efficiently in a busy office environment. The position is designed for someone who is motivated by the potential to earn money and has a proven track record of achieving sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Sells Gerber Life products directly to consumers from various lead sources.
• Serves customers at the highest level based on their needs, including sales and service functions.
• Identifies customer needs and the value of products through effective conversations.
• Makes recommendations that address customer needs while promoting business growth.
• Processes inbound and outbound sales and service calls, completing new insurance applications.
• Handles additional administrative work as assigned, including potential project or program work.

Requirements

• Must be licensed in life & health insurance.
• Must obtain licensing in all 50 states plus the District of Columbia within the timeframe set by the Company.
• 3+ years of sales experience.
• Demonstrated insurance industry experience and knowledge.
• Proven experience in a self-disciplined environment without direct supervision.
• Strong sales techniques and contact center experience preferred.
• Ability to follow a customized sales process and learn new information quickly.
• Strong business English communication skills, both verbal and written.

Nice-to-haves

• Bilingual competency (English and Spanish) considered a plus.
• Demonstrated strong listening skills and sales acumen.