We’re Insurance Office of America, one of the nation’s largest privately held agencies. IOA was founded in 1988 with the idea that professional client service provided by knowledgeable, caring, and passionate people makes for a winning combination. Whether working at our home office in suburban Orlando, Florida, one of our branch offices across the US and Northern Ireland, or with one of our subsidiary companies, the continued growth of our over 1,300 team members is a testament to our belief that great things start with great people!

At IOA, we’re driven by our mission and core values. We work hard, but we have fun too. Workplace ideals like leading by serving, work/family life balance, and giving back to our community aren’t just clichés here – they’re a part of who we are. We believe in helping people grow, develop and achieve their professional goals, so when you join the IOA team you truly become a partner in our shared success.

The Personal Lines Sales Agent regularly interacts with new and existing clients as needed on the most complex accounts. Responsible for devising creative solutions to meet client needs as to coverage and costs. Regularly exercises discretion and independent judgment on significant accounts including but not limited to: negotiation of product pricing, interviewing clients; collecting and analyzing information regarding the client and assisting in product and pricing determinations; affecting, interpreting, and implementing various company policies with regard to the specific factual circumstances of each client. Assist producers with cross-selling personal lines to commercial agents. Handles all new VIP accounts. Negotiates with underwriters, quotes, participates in outside sales, seminars, and is the Carrier liaison.

Personal Lines Sales Agent essential functions include:

• Use experience, discretion and independent judgment to conceptualize and implement solutions to meet client needs as to coverage and costs
• Collect and analyze client information
• Regularly interacts with clients in a professional and timely manner
• Assist the Producers for new and existing clients as needed
• Achieves established sales goals
• Provides marketing expertise
• Provides networking opportunities

Qualified candidates will have:

• Must possess state required insurance license
• College degree or equivalent experience
• Insurance sales experience
• Must possess strong oral and written communication skills
• Must possess strong presentation skills
• Must possess strong negotiation skills
• Must have working knowledge of Microsoft outlook, Word and Excel
• Ability to utilize the internet
• Strong Organizational skills

Great Reasons to Work at IOA include:

• Competitive salaries and bonus earning potential
• Great benefits, including company funded health insurance
• Paid time off for holidays, vacations, and sick time
• 401K with an employer match
• Participation in our employee stock plan
• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression
• A culture that emphasizes respect for every individual
• Company commitment to work/family life balance and community service
• Teammates who share your drive for excellence
• Knowing every day you are helping our clients protect their families and businesses

If you're ready to take a leap forward in your career, please click below to apply. Any candidates meeting the qualification requirements for the Personal Lines Sales Agent role will be contacted. We’re looking forward to hearing from you!

IOA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and has been recognized as a great place to work by Business Insurance magazine, Florida Trend, and the Orlando Sentinel.