What are the responsibilities and job description for the Insurance Sales Manager position at Zions Bank Careers?
Zions Bancorporation is one of the nation’s premier financial services companies operating as a collection of great banks under local brands and management teams in high-growth western markets. Zions is regularly recognized by American Banker as one of the “Best Banks to Work For” and as having a top banking team in its list of “The Most Powerful Women in Banking.” Our customers consistently vote us as the best bank in our local markets., We value our employees, and we are committed to search out, recognize and create fulfilling opportunities for outstanding people within our organization, rewarding them for their contributions to our success. We recognize that banking is a “local” business, and that to be successful, we must have very strong ties to the communities we serve and strong relationships with our customers.
With benefits starting on day one, 12 bank holidays, profit sharing and company-matched 401(k) contributions, Zions is dedicated to being an employer of choice in our communities. At Zions, the possibilities are endless. You bring the talent; we bring the opportunity.
We are seeking an Insurance Sales Manager to join Zions Bancorporation. The Insurance Sales Manager plays a key role in leading a diverse team to drive insurance sales, underwriting, and renewals. This position leverages extensive industry knowledge and strong client relationship skills to assess complex consumer risk needs and recommend tailored insurance solutions. The role is responsible for generating referrals, resolving issues creatively, and ensuring adherence to financial, risk, and regulatory standards. As a strategic leader, you will influence departmental structure, long-term planning, and performance standards, motivating managers and team members to achieve critical company objectives.
Responsibilities:
• Lead and manage the activities of a diverse functional area through department supervisors/managers or professional employees.
• Develop resolutions to complex problems requiring creativity and sound judgment within broadly defined policies and practices.
• Ensure adherence to financial, risk, and regulatory restraints and schedules.
• Conduct long-term planning to provide input into departmental goals, objectives, and future direction.
• Develop and implement departmental policies, processes, and procedures.
• Share responsibility for department budgets and performance standards.
• Motivate managers, supervisors, and team members to accomplish established goals and objectives.
• Interact with management, personnel, and clients on matters requiring coordination across organizational lines, including controversial situations and customer negotiations.
• Influence department organizational structure and strategic initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
• College degree required; a combination of education and experience may meet job requirements.
• Minimum of 6 years in the insurance industry with experience in underwriting, sales, and renewals.
• Insurance licensing required.
• Extensive knowledge of insurance underwriting, sales, and renewals.
• Strong sales and client relationship skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to assess risk needs of complex consumers and recommend insurance solutions.
• Ability to generate referrals and drive business growth.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve issues and make decisions with latitude, impacting critical goals and company objectives.
Work Location: This position will be located at our downtown Salt Lake City, UT location.
Benefits:
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance – START DAY ONE!
• Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts
• Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees
• Employee Ambassador preferred banking products