Inside Sales Representative - Bloomington, IL - Country Financial - Corporate

Function as a licensed insurance sales professional within the home office supporting corporate objectives by providing prospects with COUNTRY Property and Casualty Insurance Solutions.

The COUNTRY telesales team is a growth sales channel for COUNTRY Financial that is focused on providing a superior sales and referral experience to win new clients. 

The Inside Sales Representative is responsible for selling new Property and Casualty Insurance business via inbound calls to the Sales Contact Center. This role is a true dedicated insurance sales professional, who uses acquired insurance knowledge to assess an individual’s needs and make recommendations accordingly. The ability to represent COUNTRY Financial and our products is crucial to be able to confidently answer questions, overcome objections, and close sales.  

This position offers a hybrid work schedule and is based out of our corporate offices in Bloomington, IL.

How does an Inside Sales Representativemake an impact?

• Assistsprospects inpurchasingthe correct coverage to meet their needs, preparing rate quotes a closing the sale.  
• Evaluates sales opportunities by obtainingimportant informationthrough the COUNTRY sales process andforwardingthese leads to the Financial Representatives in the field.  
• Advises prospects/clients of any additional coverage that is available based on basic understanding of underwriting rules/guidelines. 
• Enters information accurately and efficiently into systems to process all required documentationincludingelectronic application, endorsement forms andfinalizingpayment methods.  
• As the job family progresses it requires more focus on quality, execution, mentoring, training and development of entry level and intermediate representatives. 

Do you have what we're looking for?

• Insurance product and coverage knowledge.
• Effective communication.
• Objection management.
• Relationship building.
• Closing of sales.  
• Property and Casualty Insurance License required within 90 days of hire date.  
• Work may extend beyond normal business hours as business needs dictate. 
• This is an entry level support role, which does not require previous experience.

Additional Information:

• Training and mentoring will be M-F, 8:00am - 4:30pm and last approximately 1 month.
• Your designated schedule after training and mentoring, will be M-F 10:30am - 7:00 p.m. with the opportunity to work a hybrid schedule.
• The position offers a base salary with the potential for variable compensation based on sales. The average variable compensation earned for a proficient sales representative exceeds $1,000 per month.

This position is part of a job family. Placement will be determined by skills and qualifications of the candidate.

Why work with us?

Our employees and representatives serve nearly one million households with our diverse range of personal and business insurance products as well as retirement and investment services. We build relationships and work together to create a stronger, more secure future for our clients and our communities. We’re a big company, yet small enough you can make an impact and won’t get lost in the shuffle. You’ll have the opportunity to learn and grow throughout your career, either within this role or by exploring other areas of our business. 

You’ll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), 401(k) with company match, parental leave, paid time off, paid company holidays and time off to volunteer in your community. Please click here to learn more about who we are and the many benefits we offer our employees.  

COUNTRY Financial is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment, and in providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

Come join our team at COUNTRY today!

COUNTRY Financial does not generally sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.