Direct Sales Agent Specialist ( 2704) at Allstate in Norfolk, VA

DIRECT SALES AGENT SPECIALIST ( 2704) Location: Norfolk 2704 Ngr · In Office National General is a part of The Allstate Corporation, which means we have the same innovative drive that keeps us a step ahead of our customers’ evolving needs. We offer home, auto and accident and health insurance, as well as other specialty niche insurance products, through a large network of independent insurance agents, as well as directly to consumers.  Job Description The Direct Sales Agent Specialist (Direct Auto Insurance is an Allstate Business) is responsible for the profitable growth and attainment of business goals by driving new business sales and understanding customers’ needs to build rapport and trust. This position drives sales and builds and retains their book of business within the market / retail location. This position is responsible for attracting and generating new customers and cross-selling existing customers, in support of our product offerings including but not limited to Auto, Life, Auto Club, and Roadside Assistance. This role sells to walk-in customers, markets products outside of the office via marketing calls and in-person visits creating community relationships to promote continued growth and assist customers in the office. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Want to grow your sales career with one of the fastest growing auto insurers in the country? Start a new career in a performance-driven environment where you’re recognized and rewarded for your results?  If you are ready to start working in a fun & exciting environment where making a difference, then apply to join our team today!  What makes Direct Auto Insurance unique?  • Day 1 Benefits  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement, Pension & so much more!  • 20 PTO Days per year & 6 Paid Holidays!  • Ability to sell a multitude of industry-leading products through retail stores and phone!  • Entrepreneurial, performance-based, and results-focused culture!  • Multi-tiered and comprehensive paid training program!  • Base hourly rate plus uncapped monthly incentive!   Minimum Qualifications:  • 0 – 2 years of experience  • P&C licensing (Preferred) or must attain required licensure within 90 days of joining the company.  Preferred Skills and Competencies:  • Successfully closes sales of insurance and ancillary products.  • Meets and exceeds sales goals through new product sales, cross sell / retention of customers.  • Leverages community contacts (natural market) to continually build a sales pipeline, as well as an active physical presence in your own community to build multiple centers of influence/referral sources (car dealerships, local events, community organizations, etc.).  • Initiate outbound calling to established target customer base for Product offerings.  • Monitors key competitors in the local market area and makes suggestions on initiatives that could improve the company’s position in the marketplace.  • Works with Direct Sales Leadership to plan, implement, and manage marketing and sales processes to achieve production and growth goals.  • Delivers optimal results within appropriate metrics, including quality, quantity, timeliness, productivity, customer satisfaction and financial performance, including compliance with all rules, procedures, and standards consistent with the manager’s supervision.  • Understands, promotes, and remains current on company underwriting guidelines, announcements, and memos related to changes in company policies and procedures.  • Receives customer payments, issues receipt and verifies reports of receipts for cash drawers.  • #LI-RR3   Skills   Compensation Unlicensed Candidates:  Base compensation: $20.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.  Licensed Candidates (Licensed to sell Auto or Property and Casualty [P&C] Insurance):  Total Compensation:  In addition to the base hourly rate, total compensation for this role may include incentive pay, such as commissions and bonuses, based on individual and team performance.      Joining our team isn’t just a job — it’s an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. One where you can shape the future of protection while supporting causes that mean the most to you. Joining our team means being part of something bigger – a winning team making a meaningful impact. Effective July 1, 2014, under Indiana House Enrolled Act (HEA) 1242, it is against public policy of the State of Indiana and a discriminatory practice for an employer to discriminate against a prospective employee on the basis of status as a veteran by refusing to employ an applicant on the basis that they are a veteran of the armed forces of the United States, a member of the Indiana National Guard or a member of a reserve component. For jobs in San Francisco, please click “here” for information regarding the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For jobs in Los Angeles, please click “here” for information regarding the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. 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Therefore, any discriminatory action taken on account of an employee’s ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual and reproductive health decision, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race (include traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion (including religious dress), sex, or sexual orientation that adversely affects an employee's terms or conditions of employment is prohibited. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, salary administration, promotion, job assignment, benefits, discipline, and separation of employment. National General Holdings Corp., a member of the Allstate family of companies, is headquartered in New York City. National General traces its roots to 1939, has a financial strength rating of A– (excellent) from A.M. Best, and provides personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, motorcycle, supplemental health, and other niche insurance products. We are a specialty personal lines insurance holding company. Through our subsidiaries, we provide a variety of insurance products, including personal and commercial automobile, homeowners, umbrella, recreational vehicle, supplemental health, lender-placed and other niche insurance products. Companies & Partners Direct General Auto & Life, Personal Express Insurance, Century-National Insurance, ABC Insurance Agencies, NatGen Preferred, NatGen Premier, Seattle Specialty, National General Lender Services, ARS, RAC Insurance Partners, Mountain Valley Indemnity, New Jersey Skylands, Adirondack Insurance Exchange, VelaPoint, Quotit, HealthCompare, AHCP, NHIC, Healthcare Solutions Team, North Star Marketing, Euro Accident. Benefits National General Holdings Corp. is an Equal Opportunity (EO) employer – Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of any characteristic protected by law. Candidates must possess authorization to work in the United States, as it is not our practice to sponsor individuals for work visas. In the event you need assistance or accommodation in completing your online application, please contact NGIC main office by phone at (336) 435-2000.   Allstate provides a comprehensive technology setup, including a laptop, monitors, headset, keyboard, and mouse. Employees eligible to work from home also receive a monthly connectivity reimbursement to help offset internet costs.   When working from home, you must have a dedicated, private workspace free from distractions, along with appropriate desk and seating. Reliable internet is required, with minimum speeds of 50 MB download and 5 MB upload.