Insurance Agent Trainee

Position Overview Insurance Agent Trainee – Join Kemper, a leading specialized insurer committed to serving modest‑income families through personalized service and community engagement. Location Columbia, South Carolina Employment Type Full‑Time with Benefits About Kemper Kemper has a 100‑year history of serving diverse customers with life and property insurance. The company values high performance, personal development, and a healthy work‑life balance. Benefits Major Medical and Dental Insurance Group Life Insurance Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability 401(k) with Company Match Paid Vacation Employee Stock Purchase Program Responsibilities Agents will be assigned a territory with an existing book of business and will: Conduct sales presentations, recommend products, and close new sales Prospect for new sales opportunities Maintain strong customer relationships by collecting premiums on a pre‑arranged schedule Respond promptly to service requests such as beneficiary changes, claims, and loans Record keeping, accounting for money collected, and processing policy paperwork Grow the assigned territory through new sales Build strong working relationships with customers Devote the time necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the role Pursue continuous professional development in insurance products and sales effectiveness Qualifications At least 18 years of age Customer service experience Valid driver’s license with required auto insurance coverage Dependable vehicle for daily travel Ability to pass a background check, motor vehicle report, and drug screening Authorization to work in the United States Preparation Licensing – free study tools and professional guidance to prepare for licensing exams Training – onboarding development program with self‑study, classroom instruction, and field mentoring by a Sales Manager On‑the‑Job Training – earn a paycheck while learning through hands‑on experience Equal Opportunity Statement Kemper is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. Kemper does not accept unsolicited resumes through search firms; such resumes remain the property of Kemper and no placement fee is paid. Kemper will never request personal information such as social security number or banking details via text or email, and will not use external messaging applications for candidate communication. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kemper