What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Training Specialist position at SFBLI?
Job Opportunity: Training Specialist at Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance Company
Company Overview: Southern Farm Bureau Life Insurance is a leading provider of life insurance and financial services. We are committed to serving our policyholders and communities with integrity and excellence. As the Training Specialist, you’ll be an essential part of our team, contributing to the success of our organization. The job level and compensation will be commensurate with experience.
Location: Jackson, MS
Role and Responsibilities: The Sales Training Specialist assists in training the SFB agents in product knowledge, sales, servicing, and motivation/self-help, under significant supervision. This includes conducting basic schools for agents.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assists in training new agents in insurance products and selling techniques
- Assists in motivating and encouraging agents to generate more life insurance business
- Assists in training and encouraging agents to increase Farm Bureau membership
- Assists in providing ongoing support to new agents in the field
- Assists in evaluating, updating, and assembling training materials for the training classes
- Learn to interact with agency management in evaluating and supporting their agents
- Provide transportation for the agents during the week of classes and during home office conferences
- Responsible for the upkeep and organization of training records and retention, and to work with multiple departments at SFBLI to make sure training is compliant and records are available for such departments, as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a business-related field
- Attainment of an industry related designation preferred
- Minimum of one year field insurance sales experience as a licensed agent or two years of Home Office service support experience or two years comparable sales training experience
- Understand all aspects of the day-to-day life activities of the agency force, sales management team, and Farm Bureau companies
- Understand the functionality of other departments within the company
- Develop knowledge of company promotions
- Excellent knowledge of PowerPoint preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse agency force
- Ability to present to and work with all levels of management
- Highly motivated/self-starter
- Strong decision-making skills
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
- Must effectively demonstrate the company’s core values
Employee Benefits: We value our employees’ well-being and offer a comprehensive benefits package:
- Health Insurance:
- Comprehensive coverage for employees and their families.
- Access to an onsite clinic, preventive care, and prescription drugs.
- Mental health coverage and an Employee Assistance Program.
- Active Lifestyle Rewards Program:
- Incentives for maintaining an active lifestyle.
- Rewards for participating in fitness challenges and wellness activities.
- Weight Management Programs:
- Customized weight management plans.
- Support for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.
- Employee Engagement:
- Opportunities to connect with colleagues.
- Fun teambuilding activities.
- Annual events for employees and their families
- Company Picnic, Thanksgiving lunch, Christmas Reception.
- Family Fun Night
- Onsite Cafe:
- Convenient access to nutritious meals.
- Promoting healthy eating habits.
- Learning & Development:
- Continuous learning opportunities.
- Tuition reimbursement for further education.
- Mentorship Programs:
- Pairing employees with mentors.
- Professional growth and guidance.
- Promotional Opportunities:
- Advancement within the company.
- Career growth prospects.
- Life Insurance and Company-Funded Pension:
- Financial security for employees and beneficiaries.
- Retirement planning.
- Volunteer Days:
- Paid time off for volunteering.
- Contributing to the community