Insurance Agent (D-411)

Company Overview

At American Family Insurance, we understand there is more to insurance than the policy and that people matter most. That’s why our strong network of over 4,000 independent contractor agents and more than 8,200 employees works so hard to understand the needs of our diverse customers.

Our service commitment means working with our customers and offering responsive and knowledgeable service beyond the sale. It means providing fast and fair claims handling. Ultimately, it means helping to ensure our customers’ peace of mind through financial protection and personal attention.

 

Job Description

What does it mean to be an American Family Agent?

As an insurance agent operating as an independent contractor, you will be representing American Family Insurance products exclusively. Following an extensive training period, you will learn and grow under the direction of an experienced District Manager. If you have what it takes to be an American Family Insurance Agent, well give you what you need to succeed- help with locating and staffing your office, financial support and marketing training throughout your career. As owner and manager of your agency, you may choose to grow your business by hiring your own support and sales staff.

American Family seeks only the highest quality and motivated individuals to represent one of the fastest growing insurance companies in the nation.

Successful agent candidates are:

· Dedicated to success

· Entrereneurial

· Independent

· Confident

· Sales Oriented

· Dedicated to providing top quality products and services to their customers

What are the benefits?

· Personal satisfaction of helping people

· Control of your time and income potential

· Pride of entrepreneurialship and selfachievement

· Personal and professional recognition

· Marketing quality products and services

 

Job Requirements

What is the process of becoming an American Family Agent?

Successfully obtaining Property, Casualty, Life and Health Insurance licenses, various background checks, performance evaluations, and interviews are all part of the approval process. These steps help the candidate and American Family, decide if the agent career is right for them. Obtaining Series 6 and 63 Security licenses are also required within the first 12 months of beginning training with American Family Insurance.

Training and support offered by American Family Insurance to new agents A minimum of 3 years experience in sales, management and/or a solid business background A four-year college degree is preferred

Training consists of educational and field experiences designed to provide the core skills, knowledge, and personal characteristics needed to be effective American Family agents. New agents will be coached and evaluated often by their District Manager.