Insurance Sales Agent - Kildaire
AAA-The Auto Club Group · Cary, NC · 2 days ago
On-siteBusiness Development$65k/yrFull-time
About the role
This is a relationship-driven sales role with long-term income potential through commission. We offer ramp-up earnings support during your first months as you grow your pipeline and book of business. $5,000 New Agent Ramp-up Incentive supports your transition by providing additional income as you develop your pipeline and build a strong foundation for long-term success.
Responsibilities
- Own the sale and ongoing service of ACG-branded and brokered insurance products, memberships, and financial products within a high-traffic ACG branch;
- Uncover customer needs, generate new business, retain existing clients, grow ACG's insurance portfolio, overcome objections, negotiate effectively, close sales, and meet or exceed individual sales targets and incentive plan expectations;
- Conduct comprehensive insurance reviews to assess risk, identify coverage gaps, recommend appropriate solutions, and quote, bind, and issue policies in accordance with underwriting guidelines and regulatory requirements;
- Build and maintain strong rapport with members and clients, respond to inquiries with professionalism and urgency, and support high customer satisfaction, loyalty, and trust in the AAA brand;
- Actively engage in local branch and community events to prospect, expand referral networks, develop new business opportunities, and identify cross-sell and referral opportunities into Travel and Financial Services to maximize overall member value.
Requirements
- Active State Property & Casualty Insurance Sales license;
- Active State Life and Health Insurance Sales license, or obtain within 90 days of hire;
- Must qualify, obtain, and maintain all applicable state licenses and appointments required for selling and/or servicing Auto Club Group Membership products;
- Obtain Health and Accident licenses and appointments where applicable as deemed necessary and within a time frame established by the Business Unit;
- High School diploma or equivalent;
- 1+ year(s) of customer-facing experience in a fast-paced computer automated business environment (i.e., financial/banking);
- Insurance experience is helpful—but not required.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to develop, manage, and close sales opportunities, including disciplined lead tracking, follow-up, pipeline management, and accountability for achieving and exceeding performance goals;
- Apply consultative selling techniques supported by deep product knowledge, strong listening skills, and the ability to quickly assess customer needs, identify coverage gaps, recommend appropriate solutions, and deliver tailored value;
- Pioneered ability to generate new opportunities through referrals, outbound activity, networking, and other business-development efforts;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a strong customer-first mindset and confidence in guiding sales conversations;
- Proficient in leveraging technology to support sales execution, including CRM platforms and Microsoft Office applications.
Skills
- Strong sales and customer service skills;
- Effective communication and problem-solving abilities;
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
- Knowledge of insurance products and regulations;
- Proficiency in CRM systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits;
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support services;
- Retirement savings options including a 401(k) plan with company match;
- Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options;
- Time off and leave programs including paid holidays, vacation, and personal days;
- Career growth and education opportunities including tuition assistance and professional certification support.
Pay
Base pay (non-exempt) typical starting earnings: $65,000+ (First-year, based on performance)
- Ramp-up support: $5,000 (processed 30 and 60 days of employment)
- Six-month supplemental pay: $200/week during months 0–2, $150/week during months 3–4, and $100/week during months 5–6
- Performance incentives: Elevated commission structure during the first 15 months
- New Hire On-Pace Bonus tied to milestones
Schedule / Shift
Monday - Friday 8:30am–6pm ET (One Rotating Saturday a month working 9:00am - 1:00pm)