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We are… more than just your favorite commercials. At Farmers, we strive to deliver peace of mind to our customers by providing protection and comprehensive advice and delivering in the moments of truth. That means having people who can help us meet changing customer and business needs. Farmers high-performance culture is focused on results and the people who achieve them. We hold ourselves and others accountable for sustainably growing the business and each other. We seek solutions, own our actions, and grow through discomfort. We see setbacks as opportunities while continuously asking ourselves how we impact our customers.
Farmers is an award winning, equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of a diverse workforce. We are dedicated to supporting the well-being of our people through our extensive suite of benefits, as well as the well-being of the communities we serve through employee volunteer programs and nonprofit partnerships. Helping others in their time of need isn’t just our business – it’s our culture! To learn more about our high-performance culture and open opportunities, check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.
Workplace: Remote ( #LI-Remote )
Farmers believes in a culture of collaboration, creativity, and innovation, which thrives when we have the ability to work flexibly in a virtual setting as well as the opportunity to be together in person. Our hybrid work environment combines the best of both worlds with at least three (3) days in office and up to two (2) days virtual for employees who live within fifty (50) miles of a Farmers corporate office. Applicants beyond fifty (50) miles may still be considered.
Job SummaryWe’re looking for sales-driven, enthusiastic P&C Insurance Sales professionals to join our next class of Choice Sales Consultants beginning in April 2025.
In this role, you will respond to calls coming into our call center by consulting with prospective customers to understand their needs and offering a slate of Property & Casualty insurance carriers (including but not limited to Farmers), selling products which best fit the customer’s needs. You will earn a base salary in addition to monthly incentive earnings based upon your performance.
We provide 8+ weeks of paid training, which will include learning Farmers systems & products as well as P&C insurance products from multiple additional carriers. This training program will take place within a virtual classroom environment, combining instructor-led and hands-on learning with mentoring to ensure that you have the skills you need to succeed at Farmers. Ongoing coaching and training will remain a focus throughout your career to help you grow in your role and advance to new opportunities.
You'll thrive in this position if you have the following: A successful track record of P&C Insurance Sales results A passion for selling and consulting, and a motivation to earn money based on your performance A welcome approach to feedback and coaching, and a continuous desire to learn and improve your skills and job performance Excellent customer focus and the ability to easily connect & build rapport with all types of people The ability to stay organized and efficient, while managing multiple tasks and working across several systems throughout the day The ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technology, processes, and procedures; confidence in your ability to problem-solve and troubleshoot to find answers independently Proven success working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment Here's what you will accomplish as a member of our team:Sell insurance products to inbound callers by gathering data from customers to generate quotes and ultimately bind the business; in some instances, make outbound calls
Provide exceptional customer service and build strong relationships, while educating customers regarding coverages and cost so that the customer can select the most appropriate option
Qualify customers as buyers of other products/services to create cross-sell and upselling opportunities
Navigate multiple computer systems while seamlessly interacting with the customer
Experience Requirements P&C or Personal Lines License is required upon hire; must be eligible to obtain and maintain resident/non-resident licensing in all US states Education - High School diploma or equivalent; College degree preferred Experience in P&C insurance sales is required- experience with Travelers, Progressive, and Safeco are a plus! Experience offering multiple carriers is preferred, as well as experience selling in a call center environment Minimum of 1 year of Customer Service experience required (including retail, hospitality, and restaurant experience) Direct sales skills, and the aptitude to influence customers and close the sale Excellent written and verbal communication skills; the ability to adapt communication style to each phone call, and explain complex policy and coverage information in understandable terms Strong PC and software skills required Position Location:Virtual
We will provide you with the technology that you need successfully to connect from home, including laptop & accessories.
Work Schedule:Our priority is to our customers, and we work non-traditional hours to match their needs. You must be available to work shifts as assigned within the hours below; shifts will include evenings, Saturdays, and holidays.
Monday-Friday 8am-10:00pm EST (8am-8:00pm MST; 8am-9:00pm CST)
Saturday 9am-5:30pm EST (7am-3:30pm MST; 8am-4:30pm CST)
Full-time- 40 hours/week; five 8-hour shifts per week.
Physical Actions Sits or stands for extended periods of time, up to a full work shift. Occasionally reaches overhead and below the knees, including bending, twisting, pulling, and stooping. Occasionally moves, lifts, carries, and places objects and supplies weighing 0-10 pounds without assistance. Listens to, interprets, and differentiates auditory information (e.g. others speaking) at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Visually verifies and reads information. Visually locates material, resources and other objects. Ability to operate a computer for extended periods of time, up to a full work shift. Physical dexterity sufficient to use hands, arms, and shoulders repetitively to operate keyboard and other office equipment up to a full work shift.Physical Environment This position operates in an open office working environment which will include normal and customary distractions, noise, and interruptions.Education RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's degree preferred. P&C insurance license required.
Benefits:Medical & Prescription Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401(k). Wellness Programs, Tuition
Assistance, Paid Time Off. Community involvement. Paid parental leave.
Access to networking and support through our Employee Resource Groups.
Farmers is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of a diverse workforce.
We are Farmers!
Want to learn more about our culture & opportunities? Check out Farmers Careers and be sure to follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn!
You may know us from our We believe in Smart advertisements, “We know a thing or two, because we’ve seen a thing or two”
Did you know we are a certified Great Place to Work?
Join a team of diverse professionals at Farmers to acquire skills on the job and apply your learned knowledge to future roles at Farmers. Farmers Insurance also offers extensive training opportunities through the award-winning University of Farmers named by Training magazine amongst top 10 corporate training units in the world.
Medical & Prescription Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401(k). Wellness Programs, Tuition
Assistance, Paid Time Off. Community involvement. Paid parental leave.
Access to networking and support through our Employee Resource Groups.
Farmers is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the strength of a diverse workforce.
We are Farmers!
Want to learn more about our culture & opportunities? Check out Farmers Careers and be sure to follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn!
You may know us from our We believe in Smart advertisements, “We know a thing or two, because we’ve seen a thing or two”
Did you know we are a certified Great Place to Work?
Join a team of diverse professionals at Farmers to acquire skills on the job and apply your learned knowledge to future roles at Farmers. Farmers Insurance also offers extensive training opportunities through the award-winning University of Farmers named by Training magazine amongst top 10 corporate training units in the world.
Benefits
Farmers offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, qualifications and location.o CA Only: $18.27 - $27.50
o CO Only: $17.00 - $26.13
o HI/IL/MN/VT Only: $17.00 - $26.13
o MA Only: $18.27 - $27.50 o MD Only: $17.00 - $26.13
o NY/DC/Jersey City Only: $18.27 - $27.50
o Albany County: $18.27 - $25.12
o WA Only: $17.00 - $29.69 Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance) 401(k) Medical Dental Vision Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts Life Insurance Paid Time Off Paid Parental Leave Tuition Assistance For more information, review “What we offer” on https://www.farmers.com/careers/corporate/#offer
Job Location(s): R_US - United States
Anticipated application deadline: At Farmers, the recruitment process is designed to ensure that we find the best talent to join our team. As part of this process, we typically close open positions within 8 to 21 days after posting. If you are interested in any of our open positions, we encourage you to submit your application promptly.
Farmers will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance or other applicable law. Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1033, Farmers is prohibited from employing any individual who has been convicted of any criminal felony involving dishonesty or a breach of trust without prior written consent from the state Department of Insurance.
Farmers is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in any employer/employee relations based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military and veteran's status, or any other basis protected by applicable discrimination laws.
Want to learn more about our culture & opportunities? Check out www.Farmers.com/careers/corporate and be sure to follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.