Brokerage Account Associate

Experience more with a career at COUNTRY Financial! Were excited youre interested in a career at COUNTRY as we strive toward our vision - to enrich lives in the communities we serve. Our footprint spans coast to coast. But more important than where we operate, is the people who do the work. Apply today to help our organization grow and make a difference for our clients. About the role At Country Financial, our Brokerage Account Representatives work closely with financial representatives and third-party vendors to identify alternative solutions for multi-line insurance and surety coverage when traditional options are not available. As a Brokerage Account Representative, you will provide essential front-line support to our field agencies. Our team assists agency partners by answering inquiries, quoting risks through third-party vendors, and servicing existing policies. Country Financial is seeking a motivated, client-focused individual to join our Brokerage team and help deliver exceptional service and solutions. How does this role make an impact? - Locates and assesses suitable insurance carriers after understanding the overall goals in conjunction with the degree of risk involved and availability of insurance outlets. - Answers technical questions and resolves issues involving a degree of complexity and research. - Interprets and communicates brokerage options, assisting in matching needs with the appropriate carrier solutions throughout our company footprint. Do you have what we're looking for? Qualifications: Typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience. Must obtain a Property & Casualty insurance license within the first 6 months of hire. Prior experience in customer service and strong phone etiquette skills. Ability to adapt quickly to changing agent needs and priorities. Exceptional communication skills, including empathy, patience, and quick thinking. Base Pay Range: $42,400-$58,300 The base pay range represents the typical range of potential salary offers for candidates hired. Factors used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, qualifications and experience. Incentive Pay: In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a Short-Term Incentive plan. Why work with us? Our employees and representatives serve nearly one million households with our diverse range of personal and business insurance products as well as retirement and investment services. We build relationships and work together to create a stronger, more secure future for our clients and our communities. Were a big company, yet small enough you can make an impact and wont get lost in the shuffle. Youll have the opportunity to learn and grow throughout your career, either within this role or by exploring other areas of our business. Youll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), 401(k) with company match. COUNTRY Financial is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment, and in providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. Come join our team at COUNTRY today! COUNTRY is headquartered in Bloomington, IL and offers hybrid, onsite and remote opportunities. Individuals residing within 50 miles of our Bloomington, IL corporate office location are expected to work a hybrid work schedule. For most roles our hybrid work model consists of 2 days per week remote and 3 days per week in the office. From the moment youre hired, we invest in you. We know job satisfaction fuels your contribution, so we offer competitive benefits and make investments that help you achieve your professional goals: Insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability and life) 401(k) with company match Paid time off, parental leave, paid company holidays and paid time off to volunteer in your community Tuition assistance and industry education certificates and designations Employee resource groups to connect with your peers. Take the next steps to experience more with careers at COUNTRY Financial and apply today! Have additional questions? Get in touch with Human Resources at jobs@countryfinancial.com Provide your information to our recruiters for future opportunities by joining our talent community. Check out additional opportunities: to invest in your future with a COUNTRY Financial Internship sales opportunities through Agency Careers at our parent company Illinois Farm Bureau © 2024 CC Services Inc., All rights reserved. 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