About Goosehead
Since 2003, Goosehead Insurance has been disrupting the insurance industry by giving clients the power of choice, utilizing a smarter marketing approach, and delivering world-class service. This is all powered by our focus on hiring and retaining extraordinary people. Our clients trust us with their most valuable possessions, so we’re more than just a bit selective when it comes to hiring new team members. In 2012, we began franchising our business model. This role is for one of our successful franchise partners.
Job Summary
The team is responsible for new business revenue generation monthly and works to achieve these on an individual and team level. Account Executives are equipped with extensive training in Salesforce, sales process management, business development and more.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
The primary responsibility of an Account Executive is to build a book of business through:
- Prospecting and establishing referral partner relationships with professionals from the real estate and mortgage industry.
- Work with clients to understand their insurance needs, analyze options with a large carrier portfolio, and provide a custom solution to mitigate household risk.
Compensation Summary
The first year’s earnings potential ranges from $53,000 - $90,000, varying based on performance. Our compensation package slightly varies by agency but offers uncapped new business commissions and renewal commissions year-over-year. Renewal commissions provide passive earnings and can exponentially increase your annualized income. Additionally, top performers can qualify for an annual President’s Club trip.
Experience and Education
- Passing the state licensing exam, once hired
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
Required Skills and Abilities
- Exceptional written and verbal communication
- Experience in a fast-paced work environment
- B2B or B2C sales experience or related college major
- Competitive attitude
- Networking abilities
- Entrepreneurial spirit
- Problem-solving mentality
- Self-motivated, hands on, self-starter mindset that can do the work
- Strong time management
- Strong attention to detail and organization
Benefits Summary
- High quality voluntary health, vision, dental insurance programs
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave
- Benefit offerings vary per agency*
This job posting is for an opportunity at a Goosehead Insurance agency independently owned and operated by a local franchised Agency Owner. If you choose to apply for this position, you understand and acknowledge that your application and any information included with it will be submitted to the Agency Owner. If you are hired for this position, you also understand and acknowledge that the Agency Owner’s franchised business will be your employer, not Goosehead Insurance Agency, LLC, and that the Agency Owner is solely responsible for all decisions related to your employment, including hiring, firing, discipline, compensation, scheduling, and supervision.
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Goosehead Insurance Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
Chicago, United States
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