Direct Sales Agent Specialist ( 1419) - Direct Auto
National General, part of The Allstate Corporation, offers home, auto, accident and health insurance, as well as specialty niche products through independent agents and directly to consumers.
Job Description
The Direct Sales Agent Specialist drives profitable growth by generating new business, cross‑selling existing customers, and building lasting relationships. The role involves understanding customer needs, delivering tailored solutions, and maintaining a strong book of business. Sales are conducted both in person and over the phone, with growth driven through community involvement, relationship building, and outside marketing efforts.
Responsibilities
- Achieve sales goals through new business, cross‑sell, and retention.
- Build and maintain a consistent pipeline, including local lead generation and referrals.
- Develop relationships within the community (e.g., dealerships, events, local partners) to support business growth.
- Conduct outbound prospecting and follow‑ups to convert opportunities into sales.
- Partner with leadership to support sales and local marketing initiatives.
- Stay informed on products, underwriting guidelines, and market competition.
- Deliver results aligned with performance standards, compliance requirements, and customer experience expectations.
Minimum Qualifications
- 0–2 years of experience.
- P&C licensing (preferred) or ability to obtain required licensure within 90 days of hire.
Skills
- Active Learning
- Adaptability
- Business Integrity
- Customer Relationships
- Customer Service
- Office Administration
- Persuasion
- Researching
- Sales
- Social Orientation
- Time Management
Compensation
Base compensation: $20.00 per hour. Total compensation may include incentive pay such as commissions and bonuses based on individual and team performance. The role offers a base hourly rate plus uncapped monthly incentive.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Pension plan.
- 20 PTO days per year and 6 paid holidays.
- Ability to sell a multitude of industry‑leading products through retail stores and phone.
- Entrepreneurial, performance‑based, results‑focused culture.
- Multi‑tiered, comprehensive paid training program.
- Allstate‑provided technology setup (laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, mouse).
- Monthly connectivity reimbursement for eligible remote employees.
- Work‑from‑home requirements: dedicated private workspace, minimum internet speeds of 50 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload.