Agent Licensing Manager (Hybrid)

About the role

The Agent Licensing Manager oversees the full lifecycle of an agent, including onboarding, appointments, and compliance operations. Reporting to executive management, the Manager leads four direct supervisors, two training team members, and indirectly guides a team of 40–50 hourly employees.

Responsibilities

• Monitor department readiness and ensure objectives and assignments are met through established data processing systems.
• Respond to phone calls and emails, answering questions and resolving issues; suggest alternatives when appropriate.
• Provide guidance to supervisors and team members on system-related or process-related issues.
• Ensure employees are properly trained and consistently apply company and department policies.
• Support the development of methods to maintain timeliness and efficiency of workflows.
• Escalate urgent or critical workflow, staffing, or compliance issues to executive management when needed.
• Collaborate with supervisors to create and implement training materials and processes.
• Serve as a point of contact for Sales Executives, Home Office Directors, State General Agent Owners, and Agents.
• Partner with business units to resolve field or downstream issues impacting agents.
• Oversee maintenance of licensing-related systems by coordinating with IT.
• Build cross-functional partnerships to ensure agents receive proper support and to close workflow gaps.
• Coordinate stages of licensing systems testing and implementation.
• Coordinate with the Union, Sales, Accounting, Marketing, and IT to resolve operational issues.
• Communicate with agents and state insurance departments regarding licensing requirements.
• Oversee monthly account reconciliations and manage licensing-related projects.
• Conduct one-on-one meetings with supervisors and team members to monitor workload, morale, and performance.
• Lead field training sessions and organize regular leadership team meetings for planning and problem-solving.
• Support employee engagement by facilitating team-building activities and promoting a positive work environment.
• Conduct annual performance reviews and support state audits to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Attend Sales meetings to engage with Agency Owners and Sales Executives, with occasional presentations.

Requirements

• Minimum typing requirement of 40–45 wpm with excellent alpha and number recognition skills.
• Associate degree with a focus in Business Management or equivalent related work experience (4+ years).
• 2+ years in a leadership role, preferably supervising other supervisors.
• Insurance background, especially in agent licensing, preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, SharePoint, and PowerPoint, including mail merges, database queries, and advanced spreadsheet functions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to grammar and detail.
• Ability to analyze information, make logical conclusions, and recommend solutions.
• High level of accuracy, organization, and confidentiality.
• Effective time management to meet department and production-driven deadlines.
• Strong leadership and coaching skills to develop supervisors and team members.
• Familiarity with accounting basics and database management helpful.
• Reliable and predictable attendance; ability to work full time based on position specifications.

Qualifications

• None specified

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Leadership and coaching abilities
• Ability to analyze and solve problems

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Roth and Traditional 401(k) plans with company match
• Paid holidays and time off
• Parental leave
• Discounted Texas Rangers tickets
• Continued education reimbursement eligibility
• Company-paid FLMI and ICA courses
• Subsidized all-in-one subscriptions for fitness, mindfulness, nutrition, and sleep goals
• Company-paid counseling for mental health, stress management, and work-life balance

Pay

Competitive compensation designed to reflect your expertise and contribution.

Schedule

Hybrid position located in Waco, TX.