Agent-in-Training Program

Our Culture

We have nothing of greater value than our people. We respect the uniqueness of every individual and believe that such an attitude will build a team of confident, creative members possessing a high degree of initiative, self-respect, and self-discipline.

Customer and employee success and satisfaction are our top two priorities. The two go hand-in-hand, and as they build each other up, they create an external and internal army of brand ambassadors.

Compensation

We believe in paying exceptionally well for outstanding performance. Our compensation plan is unmatched in the marketplace and truly allows our team members to make an incredible income.

Career Growth Plan

We are constantly searching for new leaders within our company. All of our team members have a duty to better themselves, and everyone has an opportunity to advance within our organization..

Annual Base Salary + Commission + Bonus Opportunities

Flexible Schedule

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Hands on Training

Mon-Fri Schedule

Career Growth Opportunities

Here is an idea of some of the duties this opportunity will entail:

• Establish customer requirements and expectations to help the customer identify their specific product needs.
• Cross-sell/up-sell appropriate products to existing customers as needed.
• Solicit, sell, and negotiate new business policies.
• Record client interactions and transactions, detailing client inquiries, requests, concerns, comments, and any actions taken.
• Assist with the annual review process by contacting customers and preparing personalized customer coverage recommendations based on identified needs.
• Ensure policies sold and managed in the agency meet the underwriting principles.
• Understand the claims process and act as a liaison between the claims adjuster, client, and claimant.

Farmers Insurance offers unique entry points designed for candidates who are already established professionals:

Agent Trainee Program: Designed for individuals with aspirations to have their own agency. It is up to a 12-month-long development and mentorship program. Most of our trainees graduate within 6-8 months.

• Suited for motivated & self-starters with effective time management skills to successfully achieve goals in the program.
• Opportunity to grow skills and business knowledge to become an agent with Farmers while working for an existing mentor agent

District 11 currently has several agency opportunities around the Greater Detroit Area including Wayne, Macomb, St.Clair, Washtenaw, Livingston, and Oakland Counties but we can assist you in building your opportunity anywhere in the state of Michigan.

We are always on the lookout for individuals who are looking to take control of their future and if you're interested we would love to speak with you.

There are a couple of things we need from you though:

• Possess a genuine willingness to learn, be intuitive and resourceful, and be coachable.
• Be a great self-starter with a sense of urgency.
• Ability to manage a marketing pipeline and sales funnel
• Desire to be active in the community and help people navigate insurance needs
• Desire to build a strong sales team to handle day-to-day operations
• Excellent Communication/interpersonal skills.
• Must be highly self-motivated.
• Strong work ethic and leadership skills.
• Driven and goal-oriented individual.
• No insurance experience is required but must be willing to learn
• Not more than $5,000 in collections
• No bankruptcies in the last 3 years
• Favorable criminal record with no felonies
• Previous Insurance experience a plus, but not required. We will teach the right individual everything they need to know.
• Experience in playing an active role in the day-to-day operations, budgeting, planning, and staffing strategies or experience in business or sales management.
• A college degree is preferred, but not required.
• Sales & customer service & management experience
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Be willing to work towards getting your Property, Casualty, Life, and Health insurance licenses. DON'T WORRY WE PROVIDE STUDY MATERIAL AND ASSISTANCE WITH THIS.

If you meet these requirements, please apply.

Toby Brazwell

District Manager - District 11

Farmers of Michigan