Founding Partner - Insurance Agency

About the role

The Atlantic District is opening the door to something special in Rumford, Maine. We are looking for a Founding Partner - Insurance Agency who wants more than a desk and a title. This is a chance to help shape a new agency from the very beginning, building real relationships in the community and creating a business that people trust. If you like the idea of growing alongside something you helped create, this role gives you that opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Help establish and grow The Atlantic District as a trusted insurance agency in Rumford and the surrounding area
• Develop lasting client relationships by offering guidance that fits each customer’s needs and goals
• Generate new business through referrals, outreach, and consistent follow-up
• Present and explain insurance options in a way that feels clear, honest, and easy to understand
• Review existing policies and identify opportunities to better protect clients and improve coverage
• Work closely with clients during onboarding, policy changes, renewals, and ongoing account service
• Support the early growth of the agency by helping shape processes, client experience, and service standards
• Stay informed on carrier offerings, product updates, and market changes that affect clients
• Maintain accurate records of leads, opportunities, policies, and communications
• Represent the agency with professionalism, care, and a genuine interest in the people you serve

Requirements

• Property and Casualty insurance license or ability to obtain one within the required timeframe
• Proven experience in insurance sales, agency ownership, or account management
• Strong understanding of personal lines and/or commercial lines insurance products
• Ability to build, maintain, and grow a book of business through relationship-based selling
• Excellent communication skills with a clear, approachable style
• Comfortable working independently while helping shape a new agency from the ground up
• Strong organization and follow-through when managing leads, policies, and client renewals
• Familiarity with CRM systems, quoting platforms, and standard agency software

Qualifications

Preferred: Experience launching or helping grow an insurance agency

Preferred: Knowledge of the Rumford, Maine market and surrounding communities

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships

Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Attention to detail and organizational skills

Benefits

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

Pay

Annual Base Salary + Commission + Bonus

Schedule

Mon-Fri Schedule