Licensed Direct Sales Representative - P&C

What You'll Do

• Selling Dairyland, Harley Davidson, and The General products to meet growth, retention, profit and sales objectives within our business units.
• Promote Dairyland, Harley Davidson, and The General Insurance Services product and services to customers.
• Understand specific company products.
• Answer inbound customer inquiries on coverage limits, deductibles, etc.
• Provide quotes and bind coverage for customers in a timely fashion.

What It Takes

• Associates degree or equivalent work experience
• 6+ months of related work experience
• Property & Casualty or Personal Lines license is required.
• Background in technical insurance (rates, coverage, customer service, and/or insurance environment) beneficial; sales experience preferred
• Communication, analytical, decision making, and human relation skills to deal effectively with prospects and customer issues in a professional manner
• Effective listening skills and the ability to identify the specific nature of the inquiry
• Effective muti-tasking and time management skills
• Proficiency of MS office products (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Internet and other related computer applications
• Ability to obtain and maintain required state licensing and carrier appointments
• Bilingual fluency in English/Spanish is highly preferred
• Availability to work a non-standard schedule including evening and weekend hours

What You'll Receive

• Total rewards go beyond competitive compensation
• Flexibility through a scheduled Hybrid work model
• In-office workspace and materials for your home office
• Laptop provided prior to start
• Meal Subsidy available for associates who report to an office
• 401(K) plan with a dollar for dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting
• Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU) and utilize our Tuition Reimbursement program
• Generous Paid-Time Off plan
• Group Medical, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Parental leave, and our Health and Wellness benefits to encourage a healthy lifestyle
• Well-being and Employee Assistance programs
• Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving

About Sentry

• We take great pride in making Forbes’ list of America’s Best Midsize Employers
• A lot of different factors go into that honor, many of which contribute to your job satisfaction
• Our bright future is built on a long track record of success
• We got our start in 1904 and have been helping businesses succeed and protect their futures ever since
• We’re rated A+ by A.M. Best, the industry's leading rating authority
• Our headquarters is in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, with offices located throughout the United States
• From sales to claims, and information technology to marketing, we enjoy a rewarding and challenging work environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth

Pay and Schedule

For the Direct Sales Agent - Personal Lines I role in the Freeport, IL office, the pay includes a range for base pay of $38,300 annually to $57,500 annually plus an incentive compensation structure per policy sold. Compensation includes base salary, plus commissions, and the ability to earn additional monthly, quarterly, and annual incentives. Shift differential paid for hours worked after 5:00PM and weekends.