Account Representative - State Farm Agent Team Member

State Farm Insurance Agency OpportunityState Farm Insurance Agency has a new opening for a candidate who's a short commute or resides near our Chicago 60618 (North-Side) office for an in-office, in-person position. Are you energetic, friendly, and driven to succeed? Do you have a real gift for talking to all types of people and all kinds of businesses and building trust wherever you go? If so, apply today!Why You'll Want This JobBase pay + incentive payPaid holidays + personal daysProfit sharing planContinuous training and developmentPositive, supportive work environment—respectful coaching and education for successMon–Fri daytime hours (no late nights or weekends)What You'll DoAs a State Farm Agent Account Rep-Sales Team Member, your primary focus is to drive agency growth, retention, and sales goals. You'll help our customers by offering insurance and financial products that protect what matters most, including:Homes, cars, and propertyBusiness insurance and business protectionLife, health, and retirement incomeAlliance banking productsYou'll grow the agency by:Engaging new prospects through phone and emailConverting conversations into sales through consistent follow-up (follow-up is key)Building strong relationships in the community and through referralsResponsibilitiesProspect for new business and build referral relationshipsPresent our services and solutions during client touchpointsBring new business prospects to closureRetain clients by maintaining strong relationship-based serviceIdentify, develop, and convert new clients (referrals and/or cold calling)Educate clients on State Farm and our agency value, service, and offeringsService existing customers and assist with new applicationsMaintain accurate reports, records, and policy documentationProcess applications and make policy changes when neededMaintain regular contact with clients and answer questions promptlyRequirementsA valid property & casualty (P&C) insurance license required (Life & Health will also be required.)Previous insurance sales experience is preferred (incentive/commission sales exp is a plus)Prior experience with State Farm products is preferredWe'll only consider candidates who have a genuine willingness to learn and are coachableDo not apply if you have a history of frequent short employment at multiple jobsWe seek candidates who are upbeat, energetic, friendly personalityExcellent person who can network with all sorts of people and businessesAbility to connect with all types of customers and communicate confidentlyStrong desire to succeed and willingness to work hardOrganized, able to multitask, and efficientSelf-motivated, reliable, and positiveStrong work ethicExcellent communication and presentation skillsPC/computer skillsNote: This position is with a local State Farm agent's office, not State Farm Companies.Do you want a career and not just a job?We are an established, growth-oriented agency with a team of highly motivated individuals. We want to work alongside those who are equally committed to excellence and personal achievement. We take pride in using our years of valuable experience to mentor individual team members and prepare them for successful careers. If you want to make an impact, see immediate success, we could be the place for you! If you're willing to work hard and you expect to get results from yourself and those around you, we want to meet you and talk about the opportunity we have for you.About Our AgencyWe help customers with their insurance and financial services needs, including Auto Insurance, Home Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement Planning, Business Insurance, College Planning, Health Insurance, and Renters Insurance.Our office is located in Chicago, 60618 (North Center).Our office is open Mon-Fri - 9am-5pm.I have been a State Farm agent since 1989.Additional languages spoken: Spanish and CantoneseIf you want a career, not a job, then we encourage you to apply.State Farm agents are independent contractors who hire their own employees. State Farm agents' employees are not employees of State Farm. Agents are responsible for and make all employment decisions regarding their employees.