Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Competitive salary

Training & development

Vision insurance

Benefits/Perks

Work and Train with one of the top agents with Alfa Insurance and in the industry

Competitive compensation

Annual incentive reward trip

Continuous training and support throughout your career with Alfa

Opportunities for advancement

Discounts on your auto insurance (underwriting approval required).

Flexible remote working opportunities

Full benefits

Flexible hours

Represent a strong well respected insurance brand

Company Overview

The Vail Agency is one of the top agencies in the state with over 30 years of combined experienced in the industry. We are one of only 2 Independent Alfa Agency in Alabama to reach Hall of Fame status (which very few agents reach with the Alfa organization). With one of the largest agencies to build upon, brings lots of opportunities for the right motivated individual. We leverage our Alfa brand as well as a host of other carriers through our General Agency "Alfa Agency" to provide excellent options to our customers. Alfa Insurance is an outgrowth of the Alabama Farmers Federation, Alfa Insurance Companies began in 1946. Since then, Alfa has grown to offer an excellent array of insurance coverages including life, property, business and automobile to its clients and has also become known for superior customer service. Alfa and its affiliates now provide insurance and other financial services to more than 1 million customers in 11 states.

Working for Alfa Insurance® is more than just servicing customers and selling insurance. It’s making a difference in the lives of your policyholders and the community. It’s creating lifelong relationships. It’s about being there when it matters most and protecting those things that are most important. It’s becoming part of a well-respected company that is based on faith, family, community and integrity.

Job Summary

Vail Agency sales representatives are team players that take exceptional pride in the company they represent, the products they sell and in providing excellent customer service. They assist the agent in performing sales and clerical function necessary to write and service our existing customers as well as striving to increase business. Staff for independent contractor agents will be employees of the agent and not Alfa Insurance. Training is provided by the local sales team as well as the proven corporate training program by Alfa.

Responsibilities

Responsible for prospecting new business in multi-line insurance, quoting and binding policies, handling customer inquiries, documenting requests and completing changes, accept and process premiums.

Service to customers includes strong communication skills on multiple platforms, conflict resolutions skills, ability to quickly learn new computer programs and processes. Proficient at adapting to a constantly changing, extremely fast-paced environment.

Provide support to the agent and service center staff as needed.

Make decisions to determine applicant insurability and placement using competent skills in binding and processing applications.

Ensure effective operation of the service center including but not limited to: reports, documentation, and mail distribution.

Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent required

Proficient in Microsoft Office programs and have an aptitude for learning new programs and procedures

Team player with a positive, professional attitude

Flexible work from home options available.