Sales Representative - Lake Providence, LA

At TA Resources we've re-imagined traditional staffing and HR outsourcing with Small Businesses in mind. Focusing on what makes our clients unique we match them with the talent they need to continue to grow. We are currently searching for a Sales Representative, Life Insurance for our client located in Lake Providence, Louisiana

Are you passionate about helping others? Driven to succeed? Ready to take control of your income and career? If you thrive in an independent work environment and are motivated by setting and achieving your own goals, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. As an Agent representing our client, you'll have the chance to make a real impact helping people every day while building a rewarding and flexible career on your own terms.

Our client is a well-established American insurance provider with over 35 years of experience. They are proudly committed to meeting the insurance needs of modest-income families across the country. What sets them apart is their strong emphasis on personalized service building lasting relationships through regular in-home visits for premium collection and ongoing support. Their customer-first approach remains the foundation of their success.

The Sales Representative will start with a paid license preparation/training period! As an Insurance Sales Agent, you will begin with an already existing book of business and have the exciting opportunity to grow the business through your work and dedication.

With a pay for performance compensation model, Agents have a chance to write their own paycheck with increasing income opportunity as skills and knowledge grow. Superior performance is recognized through awards, prizes, and trips.

Responsibilities:

Agents are set up for success by being assigned a territory (called an agency) with an established book of in-force business.

Day to day activities:

• Conducting sales presentations, recommending products, closing sales, and using our Customer Care Sales Model

• Continuously prospecting for sales opportunities

• Collecting premiums from policyholders, based on a pre-arranged schedule

• Responding promptly to policyholder service requests such as beneficiary changes, claims, loans, etc.

• Appropriately keeping records, accounting for money collected, and processing paperwork

Our agents are expected to:

• Increase the agency size

• Build strong working relationships with customers

• Devote whatever time is necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the position

• Commit to ongoing development of knowledge and skills

Minimum qualifications:

• Customer service experience

• The ability to visit customers and prospects door-to-door

• Must be at least 18 years of age

• Valid drivers license with 100k/300k auto insurance coverage

• Dependable vehicle as daily travel is required

• Ability to pass a background check, motor vehicle report check and drug screening

• Authorized to work in the United States

Preparation:

• Licensing We provide assistance and guidance to those who are preparing to sit for licensing exams.

• Basic Training New agents complete a basic development program that includes self-study, classroom time, role-play, and extensive fieldwork.

• On-the-job training allows new agents to earn a paycheck while learning their profession