Business Development, Calendar Management, Coaching, Communication Skills, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Financial Services, Insurance, Lead Generation, Licensing, LinkedIn, Marketing, Networking Events, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Record Keeping, Sales, Sales Management, Sales Prospecting, Sales Qualification, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Writing Skills
Business Development Representative - State Farm Agent Team Member
Full-Time
This is a full-time career opportunity with Misti Svoboda State Farm, designed for someone who wants to build a long-term career in the insurance industry. You will receive structured training, hands-on coaching, and a clear path to grow professionally in a team-focused environment.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary + commission — your earning potential grows with your performance
- 401(k) with employer match — we invest in your future
- Full benefits package — medical, disability, and life insurance
- Paid Time Off — PTO, plus paid company holidays
- Licensing support provided — we'll help you get your Property & Casualty and/or Life & Health license if you don't have one yet
- Clear advancement paths — this is a launchpad for a long-term career in insurance and financial services
- Supportive, team-first culture — we celebrate wins together and support each other through challenges
- Company events — because culture matters
Position Overview
The Business Development Representative focuses on building new business relationships and creating a pipeline of qualified prospects for the agency’s sales team. This role is ideal for someone who is motivated by goals, comfortable starting conversations, and interested in growing a long-term career in insurance and financial services.
Responsibilities
- Conduct outbound prospecting by phone, email, LinkedIn, and in-person outreach
- Qualify inbound leads and schedule appointments for account managers
- Research target accounts and develop tailored outreach strategies
- Maintain accurate records in the CRM
- Participate in community networking events
- Meet weekly and monthly lead generation targets
- Collaborate closely with the sales and marketing teams
Qualifications
- No prior insurance experience required; sales aptitude and drive are key
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Self-starter with the ability to manage a large prospect list
- Willingness to obtain insurance licenses
- Competitive spirit with a team-player attitude
- Comfortable making outbound calls and engaging with prospective customers
Compensation
$40,000 - $52,000 Base Salary + Commission + Bonuses
Compensation includes a performance-based commission structure. Additional compensation details can be discussed during the interview process.
State Farm agents are independent contractors who hire their own employees. State Farm agents’ employees are not employees of State Farm. Agents are responsible for and make all employment decisions regarding their employees.
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