Inside Sales Representative – Commercial Insurance

Inside Sales Representative – Commercial Insurance

The Inside Sales Representative will function as a dual-faceted professional, blending the responsibilities of Inside Sales Representative with those of a sales support/operations representative. You will be part of the Real Estate programs team focused on Builders Risk, Vacant Building and Commercial Package for apartments and condo associations.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Research and identify potential insurance agents/brokers throughout the USA, focusing primarily on independent agents/brokers.
• Build and maintain relationships with brokers, ensuring their registration and providing them with necessary support.
• Conduct both cold and warm outreach to brokers, introducing them to Sales Executives as appropriate.
• Serve as the primary back-end support to our Sales Executives in NJ & San Francisco, managing broker inquiries and determining their requirements.
• Triage broker inquiries on submissions, determining if they need Underwriter attention or can be resolved immediately.
• Streamline and optimize the service work currently undertaken by Sales Executives.
• Educate brokers about our underwriting preferences and capabilities.
• Engage with brokers through various channels, including phone, email, and virtual meetings.
• Provide market insights, manage competitor information, and relay feedback from brokers to internal teams.
• Collaborate with internal teams for cross-selling opportunities and further business development.

PREFERRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 3 years in the insurance industry, with experience promoting P&C products.
• P&C insurance license required (4 months preparation time permitted).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM platforms.
• Comprehensive knowledge of commercial real estate insurance (e.g., Multi-Family, Apartment, etc.).
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Personable and persuasive with a strong service orientation.
• Analytical, with excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Project-based experience and skills are a plus.

LOCATION

• This is a remote position.

COMPENSATION AND PERKS

• $70,000 base salary plus bonus. Salary commensurate with knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location.
• Performance bonus.
• Summer Fridays (Early Leave all Fridays from Memorial Day to Labor Day).
• Great healthcare coverage including Medical, Vision, and Dental.
• 401k with 4% company match.100% vested immediately.
• Life, disability and supplemental insurance.
• Growth and development opportunities.
• Wellness Benefits including an Employee Assistance Program, Telemedicine, and Peloton App Digital Membership for 1 year (or if you have Peloton equipment, receive a 4-month waiver)
• Work/Life Balance with generous time off policy including PTO and paid holidays, Dependent Daycare flexible spending account, paid parental (primary or secondary caregiver) leave, a commuter account, and a sabbatical every 7 years.

CORE VALUES

Our Core Values define our business. At Distinguished Programs you will achieve goals focused in the best interest of our customer. INTEGRITY plays a crucial role in the way Distinguished does business. INNOVATION enables us to remain an industry trendsetter. You will be involved in projects that advance our products, processes, and people! You will collaborate with leaders in the organization and build RELATIONSHIPS with your colleagues, carriers and customers. Capitalize on your interests and strengths to drive an enrichment focused path allowing your determination to launch your career in an industry of endless opportunities. Bring your passion to the work you do, the people you impact and the success we ACHIEVE together. Acceptance and appreciation for diversity and inclusion are at our core.

Distinguished Programs, LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines