What are the responsibilities and job description for the Employee Benefits/Life and Health Insurance Producer position at WHA Insurance Agency?
About WHA Insurance
WHA is a family-owned and operated independent insurance agency headquartered in Eugene, Oregon for more than 70 years. We offer industry-leading insurance and risk management solutions to a wide range of customers.
At WHA, we are hardworking, knowledgeable, and customer focused. We are passionate about the services we offer and work hard to ensure our passion is apparent with our clients. Our culture is supportive, friendly, and community minded. We believe in education and make a concerted effort to help our staff reach their career goals through licensing, certifications, and accredited courses.
Who we are looking for:
We're looking to hire a motivated, self-driven, community-oriented Benefits Insurance Producer to join our growing sales team. The successful candidate will work towards growing their own book of business by engaging with new prospects and building strong relationships within the community and their clients near and far.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities to grow the book of business by leveraging leads, referrals, and rounding out accounts as appropriate.
- Utilizing a consultative sales methodology, collect comprehensive information and skillfully formulate proposals for presentation.
- Evaluate and analyze client insurance needs and recommend appropriate coverage solutions.
- Educate clients on the insurance plans/policies that best suit their needs.
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, insurance carriers and other stakeholders to facilitate effective collaboration.
- Stay up to date on market trends and best practices.
- Provide exceptional customer service by responding to inquiries, resolving concerns, and proactively identifying opportunities to enhance client relationships as needed with your Account Manager.
- Facilitate renewal processes with your account manager.
Skills & Qualifications
- 2 years of Life and Health Insurance insurance and sales experience.
- Valid Oregon Life and Health Insurance license.
- Experience with mid to large accounts.
- Excellent customer service and people skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
- Bachelor’s degree in business or related field (preferred).
Why WHA is a great place to work
- Unlimited earning potential with initial guarantee. Commissions are based on both New and Renewal sales.
- Skill development and mentorship provided
- Company paid holidays
- Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K with match
- Incentivized wellness program with cash bonuses
- Costco Membership reimbursement.
- Employee wellness program with cash incentives and prizes.
Salary : $70,000 - $95,000