Telemarketing Representative

Posted:
8/18/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Columbia, South Carolina, United States ⋅ South Carolina, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support


Summary
 

Sells insurance products through telemarketing.


Description
 

Places and answers (inbound and outbound) telephone calls from/to potential customers. Assists with decisions regarding plans and products.

Follows up/through on leads provided.

Generates letters to prospective customers. Processes applications and prepares marketing/information packets.

Required Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Work Experience: 1 year Telemarketing or sales.

Required Skills and Abilities: Working knowledge of word processing software. Good judgment skills. Effective presentation skills. Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills. Effective organizational skills.

Required Software and Other Tools: Microsoft office.

Required Licenses and Certificates: Department of Insurance Licensure must be obtained within 60 days of hire in state employed.

Preferred Work Experience: 3 years-Customer service

Preferred Skills and Abilities: Working knowledge of spreadsheet and database software. Effective customer service skills. Analytical and critical thinking skills. Ability to persuade, negotiate, or influence others.

Preferred Software and Other Tools: Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Access, or other spreadsheet/database software.

Work Environment: Typical office environment. May involve work from home setting environment.



 

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