Outside Sales (US Premium Finance) - TN - Ameris Bank

Description

Ameris Bank is a purpose-driven company, dedicated to bringing financial peace of mind to communities, one person at a time. Whether a customer wants to grow their business, buy a home, or feel confident in their retirement plan, they have a partner in Ameris Bank. We serve customers in our locations across the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic and nationwide through our extensive digital offerings and mobile app.

Delivering financial peace of mind starts with a team that values integrity and rewards ingenuity. At Ameris, you’ll find teammates who are inclusive, collaborative problem-solvers who go the extra mile to support one another and to meet every customer’s needs. When teammates are empowered and bring their diverse perspectives to the table, we create the best possible outcomes for our customers. At Ameris, we know that a growth mindset is key for high performance and fosters an environment that prioritizes continuous improvement. Teammates have access to Employee Resource Groups that serve as advocates and allies as well as professional development opportunities to drive ongoing education. Learn more about our purpose and how you can bring it to life as an Ameris Bank teammate.

The USPF Outside Sales Agent is responsible for developing new business opportunities through telemarketing, physical customer visits, online searches, attending insurance industry functions and referrals.  Sales executive will also be responsible for managing existing relationships, with the specific goal of solidifying and growing profitable relationships. Other duties as assigned.

 Essential Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities:

• Cold calling, identifying prospects, closing sales and on boarding and training new customers.
• Building relationships with prospective agency/brokerages located in the assigned territory.
• Increase unit count, premium and interest margin by protecting existing relationships and consistently adding new agents.
• Conducting a needs-analysis for customers and prospects, and present the USPF premium finance package and online training of the USPF Quoting System and Account Info System to qualified targets.
• Must be a self-starter, with adequate amounts of empathy, persuasiveness, and self-assertion. Strong communication and presentation skills are essential, with the ability to relate, build relationships and earn trust with a wide variety of personality types.
• Foster good working relationships with USPF operations and credit teams, as well as a number of different Account Executives.
• Needs to be proficient in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Previous sales experience in outside sales, insurance agency/broker or wholesaler would be a plus.
• Required travel up to 75%
• Must obtain Property and Casualty License within 90 days of employment. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• 2 – 3 years of outside sales experience in the financial services/ insurance related field or marketing experience within an insurance environment is a plus.
• Self-starter
• Strong communication skills
• Presentation skills
• Closing skills
• Leadership skills
• Detailed-oriented
• Strong computer skills, including Excel, Word & PowerPoint
• Excellent organization skills

Industry and Work Experience:

• 2 – 3 years’ outside sales experience
• 2+ years of insurance or industry experience

Academic:

• High school diploma or GED required
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance preferred

Benefits Available to Employees:

Ameris Bank provides a comprehensive employee benefit package to all eligible employees.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Ameris Bank absorbs a major portion of the cost of healthcare. You become eligible for coverage on the first of the month following 30 days of employment
• Life Insurance provided at no additional cost to employees
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Coverage
• Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Paid Sick and Vacation Leave
• 11 Holidays
• Volunteer/Service Day
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Ameris Bank matches 50% of your first 8% of contributions to the plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement
• Supplemental Life & Other Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Advocacy Program 
• Tickets at Work (Entertainment discounts for Ameris Bank Employees)
• Wellness Discounts for Medical Premiums and Other Rewards 
• Employee Referral Incentive
• Education Assistance
• Employee Resource Groups 

Banking Advantages for Employees:

In addition to a wide array of benefits, Ameris Bank employees are also eligible for special bank services.

• Free Interest Checking
• Free Safe Deposit Box
• Free Money Orders, Travelers’ Checks and Cashier Checks
• Discount on Mortgage Origination Fee
• Free Online Banking and Free Unlimited Online Bill Payment
• Employee Banking Perks

Disclaimer:

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. 

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)