Insurance Sales Agent - Lockport IL

About the role

This is a relationship-driven sales role with long-term income potential through commission. We know building a client base takes time, which is why we offer ramp-up earnings support during your first months as you grow your pipeline and book of business. $2,500 New Agent Ramp-up Incentive This 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
• We provide training to help you get licensed and confident in the role

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
• Proven 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

• Customer relationship management
• Prospecting and business development
• Effective communication and negotiation
• Consultative selling techniques
• CRM and Microsoft Office proficiency

Benefits

• Medical plans with multiple coverage options, including HSA eligibility
• Prescription drug coverage
• Dental and vision benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (confidential support services)
• Health and wellness programs
• Retirement and savings options
• Time off and leave programs
• Career growth and education opportunities

Pay

Base pay (non-exempt): Typical Starting Earnings $57,000 - $62,000+ (First-year, based on performance)

Additional Compensation: Ramp-up support $2,500 processed 30 and 60 days of employment

Supplemental Pay for six months: $200/week during months 0–2, $150/week during months 3–4, $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

Work in a temperature-controlled AAA branch location
Ability to work varied hours, including possible weekends
Some travel to local events may be required

Who We Are

Become a part of something bigger. The Auto Club Group (ACG) provides membership, travel, insurance, and financial service offerings to approximately 14+ million members and customers across 14 states and 2 U.S. territories through AAA, Meemic, and Fremont brands. ACG belongs to the national AAA federation and is the second-largest AAA club in North America. By continuing to invest in more advanced technology, pursuing innovative products, and hiring a highly skilled workforce, AAA continues to build upon its heritage of providing quality service and helping our members enjoy life’s journey through insurance, travel, financial services, and roadside assistance.

Important Note

ACG’s Compensation philosophy is to provide a market-competitive structure of fair, equitable, and performance-based pay to attract and retain excellent talent that will enable ACG to meet its short and long-term goals. ACG utilizes a geographic pay differential as part of the base salary compensation program. Pay ranges outlined in this posting are based on the various ranges within the geographic areas which ACG operates. Salary at time of offer is determined based on these and other factors as associated with the job and job level.