Head of Sales

Posted:
8/21/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Chicago, Illinois, United States ⋅ Jacksonville, Florida, United States ⋅ Florida, United States ⋅ Illinois, United States ⋅ Orlando, Florida, United States

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Sales & Account Management

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

We Insure, LLC. is an independent insurance franchise that takes immense pride in providing like-minded entrepreneurs with successful agency ownership. With more than 200 agency locations in 35 states, We Insure continues to grow rapidly and supports our agency owners, customers, and carriers by facilitating faster service, greater efficiencies, better choices, and improved bottom lines. What makes We Insure stand out: we are data-driven for better value and people-led for better service. And our leadership is seeking more highly motivated, career-driven people to help lead our efforts!

We Insure has received countless awards including Jacksonville Business Journal’s Best Places to Work and Fastest-Growing Private Companies, and Inc.’s 5000 Fastest Growing Companies. If you are looking for a long-term career in a supportive, goal-driven, growth environment with a company that believes in developing its people, We Insure is the right fit for you and we encourage you to apply today!

The Head of Sales for We Insure is a key leadership position that will be responsible for the overall growth strategy for the organization.  They will be responsible for growth of premium and increasing new business across our We Insure Franchise network, as well as within our National Sales Center team. This leader will execute strategy focused on achievement of sales targets, inspiring growth and increasing efficiency and satisfaction for our customer base.

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Formulate and execute comprehensive growth strategies to expand We Insure's franchise network, targeting both existing and new territories based on market potential and competitive positioning.

  • Develop strategies to increase insurance premiums across the franchise network through targeted sales initiatives and customer retention programs.  Collaborate with franchise owners to identify opportunities for cross-selling and upselling insurance products, optimizing revenue streams.

  • Oversee and execute marketing strategies, campaigns, and social media efforts for the We Insure Franchise network.

  • Provide ongoing support and training to franchise owners, equipping them with the tools and knowledge necessary to achieve growth targets in their respective territories.

  • Provide strong leadership and direction to the National Sales Center team, fostering a high-performance culture that motivates and inspires producers while nurturing a supportive and positive team environment.

  • Develop and implement clear performance expectations and metrics, regularly monitor and evaluate producer performance and drive producer growth.

  • Ensure all sales activities comply with industry regulations and company standards.

  • Prepare and present regular reports on sales performance, market trends, and competitive analysis to senior management.

  • Stay informed and communicate with sales team on carrier appetites and carrier updates.

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Proven ability to grow a team and maintain a profitable book of business

  • Motivator, team builder, sales professional

  • Exceptional communication, and listening skills 

  • Ability to inspire, manage, take initiative, multitask 

  • Analyze and present data to aid in making business decisions

  • Must have proven reliability and dependability

Education and/or Experience:

  • Personal Lines insurance license required

  • 10 + years sales experience

  • 5 + years experience leading a sales function within the P&C Industry

  • Built or lead a P&C insurance agency or team of producers

  • Experience working in various raters and agency management systems – Experience in Applied Epic preferred

  • Experience working in Word, Excel, and SharePoint

  • Bachelors Degree required or equivalent years of service experience met

Work Environment:

  • This job operates in a hybrid office environment.

  • This job requires 50% travel

Why join the We Insure Team?  

The We Insure Difference:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Pet; Flexible Spending Account
  • Competitive Salaries
  • 401K Match  
  • Work-Life Balance: Personal Days, PTO Days, 12 Paid Holidays, Two Paid Days for Volunteer Service, Paid Parental Leave
  • Short and Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Support Programs, Including Mental Health
  • Tuition Reimbursement  
  • Matching Charitable Gift Program
  • Lucrative Referral Program
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Flexibility: Remote and Hybrid Opportunities Available

This position is not able to be performed in California, Colorado, New York or Washington. 

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