Founding Partner - Insurance Agency

About the role

This role is at the heart of launching a new insurance agency in Grand Isle, Vermont. You will help shape the agency's operations, guide clients, and contribute to its growth.

Responsibilities

• Help launch and shape a new insurance agency presence in Grand Isle
• Develop client relationships through personal outreach, referrals, and community connections
• Guide clients through insurance options with clear, honest, and practical advice
• Identify coverage needs and recommend policies that fit each client’s situation
• Build a steady pipeline of new business while maintaining strong service for existing clients
• Collaborate on agency growth plans, local market strategy, and long-term business goals
• Support licensing, carrier relationships, and day-to-day agency operations as needed
• Represent The Atlantic District with professionalism, warmth, and consistency

Requirements

• Property & Casualty insurance licensing or the ability to obtain required licensing
• Proven experience in insurance sales, agency development, or account management
• Strong client relationship skills with a consultative sales approach
• Ability to build, organize, and grow a book of business from the ground up
• Clear communication skills, both verbal and written
• Comfort with prospecting, networking, and developing referral sources locally
• Working knowledge of CRM systems, quoting tools, and common office software
• Ability to work on-site in Grand Isle, Vermont
• PREFERRED BACKGROUND IN INDEPENDENT INSURANCE AGENCY OPERATIONS OR PARTNERSHIP OWNERSHIP

Qualifications

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• Passionate about helping others and making a difference
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems and processes
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong client relationship building
• Effective sales and consultative approach
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in CRM systems and office software

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Flexible Schedule
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Parental Leave
• Hands on Training
• Mon-Fri Schedule
• Retirement Plan
• Career Growth Opportunities

Pay

$220,000.00 - $250,000.00 per year

Schedule

Mon-Fri Schedule

Location

Grand Isle, VT, 05458, US

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Category

Insurance Sales

Remote Type

No

Contact Information

Phone: 518-951-9483