Medicare Sales Agent - Hybrid in Minnetonka, MN

About the role

We are growing our team in Minnetonka, MN and have multiple Medicare Sales Agent openings available now. In this inbound call role, you will receive a competitive base salary, and bonuses based on your sales performance. You will consult customers on their insurance needs and match the correct coverages, products, and benefits. Our training classes not only prepare you for your role, but we will pay for and provide support for you to obtain the required state insurance licenses. No license is required prior to starting in the role. During training, all new hires will be required to successfully complete the UHC Portfolio Agent New Hire training classes and demonstrate proficiency in the material.

Work Schedule & Location

• Operating hours: Monday - Friday 7:00am - 7:00pm local time; your shift will be provided during training with rotational weekend work (Saturdays/Sundays)
• Full-time position with flexibility desired based on the seasonality of our business
• Fast forward your success by participating in our onsite training program in a standard day shift for 6 - 10 weeks
• This position offers hybrid work models after the successful completion of training and on the job nesting period. Once completed, employees will enjoy the opportunity to work from home up to 3 business days per week
• If you reside near Minnetonka, MN you will enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid-remote* role

Primary Responsibilities

• Answer incoming phone calls from prospective members, identify the type of assistance and information the customer needs with the goal of converting the caller to a qualified lead and sales
• Follow up with members on questions or to review current or new products and services
• Navigate multiple computer systems to document member information while maintaining active listening and engagement with members
• Demonstrate knowledge of the product portfolio by addressing the needs of members, explaining the differences between products, and assisting with selection of products to best meet their needs
• Assist in completing the enrollment application over the phone, staying consistent with product requirements and enrollment guidelines
• Meet the goals established for the position in the areas of performance, attendance, and consumer experience
• Meet and maintain requirements for agent licensure, appointments, and annual product certification

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation = Base pay + monthly sales incentive
• Average annual earnings $50K - $65K through a combination of base plus sales commissions
• Top performers can earn $80K (+)
• Sign-on bonus of up to $3,000 for external candidates
• 15 days accrued Paid Time Off during first year of employment plus 8 Paid Holidays
• Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account
• Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
• 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)
• Fun and competitive work environment focused both on teamwork and individual success!

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED OR 4+ years of customer service/sales experience
• Within 30 days, must obtain all appropriate state insurance licenses (may be completed during training)
• Ability to work regularly scheduled shifts, including the training period, with the flexibility to adjust daily schedule and work overtime and/or weekends as needed
• Must live in commutable distance to our Minnetonka, MN office

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous sales experience
• Familiarity with computer and Windows PC applications, which includes the ability to learn new and complex computer system applications
• Flexibility to customize approach to meet all types of caller communication styles and personalities