Insurance Agent Trainee

Life Insurance Sales AgentLocation(s): Sharonville, OhioKemper is one of the nation's leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive difference in the lives of our customers every day. We believe that a high-performing culture, combined with valuable opportunities for personal development and professional challenge, and a healthy work-life balance, can be highly motivating and productive. Kemper's products and services are making a real difference to our customers, who have unique and evolving needs. By joining our team, you will help provide an experience to our stakeholders that delivers on our promises.Employment Type: Full-Time with BenefitsWork Arrangement: Field RoleKemper is a diversified insurance holding company with a history spanning over 100 years. We are firmly committed to serving the insurance needs of modest-income families. Our strength lies in our dedication to frequent personal home visits with new and existing customers to collect premiums, conduct sales of new policies, and address other service needs.For new unlicensed agents, your journey begins with a paid training period. During this time, we provide the tools and guidance needed to study for and pass the licensing exams. Once licensed, you will be assigned an existing book of business, a portfolio of current customers from whom you'll collect monthly premiums. You'll earn a percentage of the premiums you collect, as well as a commission on all new sales you make. From there, the sky's the limit! Through hard work and dedication, you can increase your monthly income with every new sale. It really is that simple.If you're passionate about serving the underserved, this is the career for you. Our agents gain personal satisfaction and community prestige by performing meaningful work that helps clients protect the people and property they cherish.With a pay-for-performance compensation model, agents have the opportunity to determine their own paycheck. As your skills and knowledge grow, so does your potential for increased income. Superior performance is recognized through awards, prizes, and company-sponsored trips.The compensation for the role is fully commission-based.Benefits:Major Medical and Dental InsuranceGroup Life InsuranceShort-Term & Long-Term Disability401(k) with Company MatchPaid VacationResponsibilities:Conducting sales presentations, recommending products, and closing new salesProspecting for new sales opportunitiesMaintaining strong customer relationships by collecting premiums on a pre-arranged schedule that you determineResponding promptly to service requests such as beneficiary changes, claims, and loansRecord keeping, accounting for money collected, and processing policy paperworkAgent Expectations:Grow the assigned territory through new salesBuild strong working relationships with customersDevote the time necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the rolePursue continuous professional development in insurance products and sales effectivenessMinimum Qualifications:Customer service experienceMust be at least 18 years of ageValid driver's license with required auto insurance coverageDependable vehicle for daily travelAbility to pass a background check, motor vehicle report, and drug screeningAuthorization to work in the United StatesPreparation:Licensing: We provide free access to study tools and professional guidance to help you prepare for licensing examsTraining: New agents complete an onboarding development program that includes self-study, classroom instruction, and field mentoring by your Sales ManagerOn-the-Job Training: Earn a paycheck while learning your profession through hands-on experienceKemper is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We are committed to supporting diversity and equality throughout our organization, and we work diligently to maintain a workplace that is free from discrimination.