Insurance Sales Director

Start-up niche insurance broker looking for a Sales Director in the Chicago, IL office.

This position will focus on the transportation industry and will play an integral role in helping to expand our business from a start-up to a target $2.5 million GWP in three years.

We’re looking for a driven individual with strong initiative and an entrepreneurial aptitude.

An interest in working for an insurance broker that’s disrupting the industry through use of technology is keyResponsibilitiesBuild strong relationships with our existing client baseDesign and implement effective marketing strategies to source new clientsEffectively communicate our products and services to clients and advise them on plans and packages appropriate to their needsAbility to recognize cross-selling opportunitiesProvide an excellent customer service experienceCreate and communicate status and performance to Board of DirectorsAdhere to regulatory requirementsMaintain electronic and paper recordsSkills/RequirementsSelf-motivatedProven track record as an insurance sales representative (5 years)Experience negotiating with InsurersStrong relationship skills, presentation skills, and decision making skillsSolid knowledge of the transportation/trucking industry preferredLicensed Producer: Property & Casualty, MGA and/or Surplus lines preferred, but not required (must obtain P&C license within 90 days)Proficient in Microsoft OfficeBachelor’s Degree or equivalent experienceCompetitive compensation package.Job Type: Full-timeEducation:Bachelor’s (Required)