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Show me jobs like this one| Job Ref: | 22555 |
| Industry: | Insurance |
| Job Type: | Full Time |
| State: | Iowa (IA) |
| City: | Cedar Rapids |
| Employer: | State Farm Insurance |
| Post Date: | 09/03/2010 |
| Job Description: |
Why State Farm? Our commitment to customers makes us the No. 1 insurer of cars and homes in the United States and an insurance leader in Canada. This same commitment to our work force is how we got here and how we stay here. Our 90-year track record highlights State Farm as an employer of choice committed to providing career opportunities that last a lifetime. From diverse backgrounds and talent, to meaningful work and comprehensive benefits, :Like a good neighbor...: isn't just a slogan. It's who we are and how we do business. WHAT ARE THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THIS POSITION? Responsible for developing and implementing a territory business plan, in conjunction with management and leadership, that is structured to increase mutual fund, variable annuity, health insurance, life insurance and bank production by qualified agents via one-on-one and group settings Exhibit thorough knowledge of life and health insurance, mutual funds, annuities and banking products via strong communication and presentation skills Accountable for achieving sales targets and coverage objectives within assigned territory Provides coordinated support activities to meet production goals with appropriate needs based approach WHAT KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS ARE NEEDED TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS POSITION? Demonstrates a thorough understanding of the financial marketplace, State Farm Insurance products, and a strong knowledge across life and health insurance, mutual funds, variable annuities and banking products Prioritize producers within their territory to meet sales goals Demonstrates a sales orientation, confidence, motivation, and goal orientation to capitalize on opportunity Demonstrates a good understanding of the competition in the market and stays current with industry and competitive changes Uses strong communication and presentation skills to explain complex financial products in understandable terms Manage territory budget and expenses ITEMS OF NOTE Not responsible for personal production and will not make phone sales independent of the agent Must possess and maintain NASD Series 6 and 63 licenses, and a state insurance license, where applicable Requires 60-80% travel and ability to operate in virtual environment Requires travel by company vehicle or commercial transportation on a regular basis to agents' offices, clients' homes/businesses, and/or other State Farm facilitiesMust maintain a valid license to lawfully operate vehicles as directed/requested by State Farm ADDITIONAL INFORMATION BENEFITS: TOTAL REWARDS Our Total Rewards benefits package includes: Competitive starting salary Annual merit reviews Annual bonus potential You may also be eligible to participate in Medical, Dental, Life and Disability Insurance, Vision, 401(k) Plan (Savings & Thrift in Canada), Credit Union, a fully funded retirement pension plan, and more. To search for more information on careers in the U.S., visit statefarm.com/careers. To search for more information on careers in Canada, visit statefarm.ca/careers. State Farm Insurance is an equal opportunity employer |
