Sales Manager

Build a Career That Makes a Difference

Colonial Life is one of America's leading providers of voluntary employee benefits, helping employers protect their workforce while giving employees financial security when life doesn't go as planned. We're expanding throughout Illinois and Wisconsin and are looking for ambitious professionals who want to build a rewarding business with industry-leading support.

Whether you're an experienced producer, business development professional, or someone looking to transition into a high-income sales career, we provide the training, mentorship, and tools to help you succeed.

Why Colonial Life?

For more than 85 years, Colonial Life has helped millions of American workers protect what matters most.

• More than 90,000 businesses trust Colonial Life.
• Over 3.7 million people are protected by Colonial Life benefits.
• Backed by Unum , a Fortune 500 company and leader in employee benefits.
• Industry-leading enrollment technology, marketing support, and sales training.

What You'll Do

As a Colonial Life Sales Representative, you'll build relationships with local businesses and help employers enhance their employee benefits package.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop new business through networking, referrals, and prospecting.
• Meet with business owners, HR leaders, and decision-makers.
• Present customized employee benefit solutions.
• Conduct benefit enrollments and educate employees on their coverage options.
• Build long-term relationships with clients through ongoing service.
• Manage your own schedule and sales pipeline.
• Participate in professional development and coaching opportunities.

What We're Looking For

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Goal-oriented and competitive.
• Professional presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a successful local team.
• Sales experience is preferred but not required.
• Insurance license preferred (licensing assistance available for qualified candidates).

Compensation & Benefits

• Unlimited earning potential with uncapped commissions.
• Performance bonuses and incentive programs.
• Residual renewal income opportunities.
• Flexible schedule and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive sales training and mentorship.
• Leadership and management advancement opportunities.
• Marketing support and proven sales systems.
• Recognition trips and national incentive programs.

Ideal Backgrounds

Successful Colonial Life representatives often come from:

• B2B Sales
• Insurance
• Financial Services
• Payroll
• Banking
• Medical Device Sales
• Business Development
• Recruiting
• Customer Success
• Retail Leadership
• Hospitality Management
• Military Leadership

Why Join Our Team?

When you join our team, you're not just selling insurance—you'll become a trusted advisor helping businesses attract and retain employees through meaningful benefits.

You'll receive personalized coaching, ongoing development, and access to a collaborative culture focused on helping you build a long-term business and career.

If you're driven, coachable, and ready to take control of your income while making a meaningful impact in your community, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today to learn how you can build a successful career with Colonial Life.

This is an independent contractor position which allows you the opportunity to be in business for yourself, but not by yourself. Apply now to learn more about how you can take control of your career, in partnership with Colonial Life. Learn more at individuals must be authorized to work in the United States.

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