Insurance Agency Sales Professional

Insurance AgentStop Climbing Someone Else's Ladder.Build Something Meaningful.You've developed skills that make a difference: building trust, leading under pressure, staying disciplined when things get hard, and showing up for the people counting on you.Rural Mutual Insurance is looking for people who are ready to put those skills to work in a business they can grow and be proud of, in Richland Center and the surrounding communities.Who Thrives HereInsurance experience is valued but not required. Success in this role comes from the ability to build relationships, earn trust, stay organized, and serve others.Many of our successful agents have backgrounds in:Insurance and financial servicesMilitary service, law enforcement, fire service, and emergency responseEducation, coaching, and school administrationCommunity banking, mortgage lending, and agricultural financeSmall business ownership, contracting, and farm operationsHospitality, retail management, and customer service leadershipBusiness development, account management, and professional salesHealthcare, nonprofit leadership, and community organizationsEarly-career professionals in business, agriculture, finance, communications, or related fieldsIf you've spent your career helping people, solving problems, leading teams, serving your community, or building relationships, you may already have the foundation to succeed. We'll provide the training, licensing support, and coaching to help you build the rest.The OpportunityAs a Financed Agent with Rural Mutual Insurance, you will build and grow a book of business across Wisconsin. This is not a traditional sales job with a quota and a manager looking over your shoulder. It is an opportunity with structure, support, and a clear path to long-term growth.What Building Your Career Looks Like:Develop relationships with individuals, families, farmers, and business ownersIdentify customer risks and match them with the right insurance solutionsBuild referral networks with local professionals, lenders, and community leadersParticipate in community organizations and local eventsCreate and execute a business plan with support from your managerGrow a book of business that generates long-term, recurring revenueCompensation & GrowthFinanced Agents receive a base salary, commissions, and bonus opportunities. Starting salaries are typically around $48,000 annually. Total first-year earnings for agents who meet performance expectations generally range from $75,000 to $85,000, though actual earnings vary based on production and business results. As Financed Agents transition into Career Agent roles, income continues to grow through new business production and retention.The financing model exists for a reason: it gives you the runway to build relationships the right way, without the pressure of needing to close a sale in week one. Your income grows as your business grows.Agents who commit to the process and invest in their community see significant income growth in years two and three as referrals build, renewals compound, and their reputation takes hold.Why Rural MutualRural Mutual has served Wisconsin exclusively for more than 90 years. That singular focus is not a limitation. It is a competitive advantage.It means:Local underwriting decisions made by people who know WisconsinDeep credibility with the farming, small business, and rural communities you will serveA trusted brand that opens doors in communities where reputation is everythingCommercial and farm product depth that creates real opportunity beyond personal linesWhat We Provide To Set You Up For Success:Comprehensive licensing support and pre-licensing trainingStructured onboarding and a clearly defined ramp periodOne-on-one coaching from an experienced managerMarketing resources, tools, and ongoing development programsAccess to underwriting professionals who work alongside youA community of agents across Wisconsin invested in each other's successWhat It Takes to Succeed HereAgents who are most successful in this role tend to be:Driven by relationships, not transactionsComfortable with accountability and honest about your performanceActive in your community or eager to become a recognized part of itResilient enough to keep going when the first month is harder than you expectedForward-thinking enough to treat this like the business it is, not a jobCoachable enough to follow a proven system while it is still new to youThis is not the right fit if you are looking for a predictable routine, a capped salary, or a role where showing up is enough. The ceiling here is high, but so is the standard.Ready to Build Something Meaningful?If you have read this far and something feels familiar, that recognition is worth paying attention to.'We are building a team of agents across Wisconsin who are serious about serving their communities and building businesses they are proud of. If that is you, we want to talk.Rural Mutual Insurance Company | Together We Keep Wisconsin StrongRural Mutual Insurance is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and welcome candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.