Insurance Sales Agent - Retail

San Diego, CA

Supports MAPFRE’s direct sales channel initiatives by building and maintaining a book of business. Primary responsibility is to drive and close new business sales exclusively for the MAPFRE Insurance group of companies.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Education: Bachelor's Degree or professional level of knowledge in a specialized field, or equivalent, related experience.

Experience: 2 - 4 years - or Associates Degree equivalent plus 4 - 6 years.

Knowledge: General knowledge of industry practices, standards, and concepts within field of work. Applies them to perform work requiring analytical business skills.

Decision Making: Makes decisions related to a wide variety of situations within management limits. Interprets guidelines and procedures, applying judgment and discretion. Decisions influence portions of a project, client relationships and/or expenditures.

Supervision Received: Works independently under general supervision. Work is reviewed for overall adequacy in meeting objectives.

Leadership: May provide training and guidance to less experienced staff.

Problem Solving /Operations/Direct Work Involvement: Develops solutions to a variety of problems, typically of moderate scope and complexity. Refers to and interprets policies and practices for guidance.

Client Contacts: Manages internal and external relationships. Represents organization as prime contact for projects and other necessary communications. Interaction may include senior internal and external personnel on significant matters often requiring complex coordination between organizations. Communication involves persuasion and negotiation, as applicable. Seeks ways of improving client service.

Additional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Previous sales experience desired, preferably but not limited to P&C insurance sales.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience recommended.
Candidate should possess an entrepreneurial spirit.
Technical knowledge of P&C insurance preferred.
P&C licensed, or the ability to apply and pass P&C licensing exam within 45 days of employment.
Must be able to successfully complete continuing educational course(s) required to maintain agent license.

If you require an accommodation for a disability so that you may participate in the selection process, you are encouraged to contact the MAPFRE Insurance Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@mapfreusa.com.

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