Job Description

Elite Educators Insurance Agency

Job Title: Licensed Insurance Agent
Location: Metro Detroit Area, Michigan
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time / Commission-based
Reports to: Agency Owner / Insurance Agency Manager

Job Overview:

We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Licensed Insurance Agent to join our dynamic team in the Metro Detroit Area . The ideal candidate will possess a passion for helping people protect their assets and plan for the future. As a Licensed Insurance Agent, you will be responsible for offering a range of personal insurance products, including auto, home, renters, and life insurance , while building lasting relationships with clients in the Metro Detroit market. This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to develop their career in insurance sales and customer service, with strong earning potential based on performance.

Key Responsibilities:

Sales & Business Development:

• Generate New Business: Develop and maintain a robust pipeline of prospects through networking, referrals, cold calling, and lead generation.
• Assess Client Needs: Conduct thorough insurance reviews to understand clients’ needs and provide personalized coverage solutions.
• Sell Insurance Products: Present, explain, and sell auto, home, renters, and life insurance policies to individuals, families, and small businesses.
• Cross-sell and Upsell: Identify opportunities to expand coverage for clients and enhance their protection with additional policies (e.g., life insurance, renters insurance, umbrella policies).
• Achieve Sales Goals: Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly sales targets, including new business acquisition and policy retention goals.

Customer Service & Retention:

• Client Relationship Management: Provide exceptional customer service by maintaining strong relationships with clients and offering ongoing support with policy updates, billing inquiries, claims, and renewals.

Qualifications:

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• A college degree in business, finance, or a related field is preferred but not required.

Experience:

• 1–2 years of experience in sales, customer service, or insurance is preferred.
• Experience in the insurance industry is a plus but not required.
• Proven success in meeting sales targets and working in a commission-based environment is highly desirable.
• Valid Michigan Property & Casualty Insurance License.
• Valid Michigan Life Insurance License.

Skills:

• Strong sales skills with the ability to close deals and meet/exceed sales goals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for building relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to assess client needs and recommend appropriate insurance solutions.
• Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple clients, leads, and tasks efficiently.
• Detail-oriented and capable of handling complex policy details accurately.

Technology:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and experience with CRM software or other agency management tools.
• Comfort with technology and a willingness to learn new tools to improve efficiency.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual skills, especially in Spanish, are a plus.
• Previous experience in insurance sales , particularly in auto, home, renters, or life insurance.
• CIC (Certified Insurance Counselor) or CISR (Certified Insurance Service Representative) designation is a plus.
• Real estate, financial planning, or related fields experience can also be beneficial.

Compensation:

• Base Salary + Commission: Competitive base salary, plus performance-based commissions.
• Commission based on sales performance (policies sold, premiums written, etc.).
• Bonuses for meeting specific sales and client retention targets.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (for full-time employees).
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays.
• Retirement Plan (401k) with employer match.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Potential for incentives (e.g., trips, prizes, additional bonuses for top performers).

Working Environment:

• Location: Based in the Metro Detroit Area (e.g., Detroit, Dearborn, Southfield, Troy, Farmington Hills, Novi, etc.).
• This is primarily an office-based role with potential for occasional remote work depending on agency policies and client needs.
• Schedule:
• Full-time or part-time availability.
• Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM . Evening and weekend hours may be required for client meetings or special events.

About Elite School Staffing:

Elite Diversity Staffing is more than just a staffing company. We partner with our clients to hire and work with employees to create a quality working environment and solve problems as they come up. We are also providing staffing solutions for the following areas needing hiring in volume: full-service medical, food service, engineers, sanitization services, and government defense. WE ARE MORE THAN A STAFFING COMPANY. Elite Diversity Staffing takes the success of the companies we work with personally, vetting every company and candidate appropriately and taking the time to develop relationships for continued success.- We get all-star performances from our people, coaching each candidate with our training and mentoring programs. Only steady, dependable pros walk through our clients’ doors.- We’re available when you need us, ready to step in and make things right.ADDITIONAL SERVICES: In addition to our staffing services, Elite Diversity Staffing provides the following: PPE and safety equipment Benefits, Taxes, PEO Marketing and communications Uniforms/Custom apparel and goods Community outreach To learn more about leveraging Elite Diversity Staffing for your hiring needs, reach out to us by visiting elitediversitystaffing.com.

Job Tags

Base plus commission, Full time, Part time, Casual work, Work at office, Remote work, Weekend work, Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday,

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