Allianz is looking for a Sales Agent to develop new business within an assigned territory in Illinois. In this role, you will proactively build a network and ensure the interests of the company and client are best served through effective relationships with policyholders and internal teams.
What You'll Do
- Develop prospects through direct cold calling, third-party referrals, trade associations, and other sources.
- Utilize consultative sales techniques to manage the entire sales cycle, from understanding business needs to converting applications into policies.
- Work with internal stakeholders in Commercial, Risk, and Customer Experience to provide the best product offerings.
- Proactively build and expand your network, with a strong focus on client referrals and personal relationships.
- Maintain extensive knowledge of product features, the competitive landscape, and market trends.
- Negotiate and close complex deals.
What We're Looking For
- 2-4 years of business-to-business sales experience.
- A proven track record of success in similar roles.
- Ability to overcome objections and influence internal stakeholders.
- Strong negotiation skills and tenacity for high-performance sales environments.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
- Understanding of business financials and credit basics.
- Ability to secure and maintain a Property & Casualty Insurance license within the first 60 days of employment.
- Basic awareness of Artificial Intelligence technologies and enthusiasm for integrating AI into business processes, such as Generative AI, Data Analysis, Microsoft Copilot, and ChatGPT.
Nice to Have
- Bachelor’s Degree in business management, finance, or a related discipline.
Benefits & Compensation
- Base salary: $85,000-$110,000 plus commissions.
- Competitive compensation and annual bonus eligibility.
- 401(k) discretionary match of up to 6%.
- Flexible work schedules and health/wellness benefits.
- Paid time off for vacation, illness, a Birthday Day Off, and a Volunteer Day Off.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Family care resources, including fertility and adoption benefits.
Work Mode
This is a remote position open to candidates located in Illinois.
We therefore welcome applications regardless of race, ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, social class, disability or sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable local laws and regulations.
