Purpose of Position:
The Inside Sales Representative will facilitate the sales of small group and group related products for a specific block of brokers. This position is responsible for new business relationships, following up on outstanding quotes, negotiating with carriers, and representing the Company. Position will also be involved in facilitating a speedy underwriting process and meeting goals and objectives on a monthly basis.
Essential Functions:
To provide broker support via telephone by:
Providing technical/legislative information
Screening and directing new business sales
Following up on outstanding quotes
Handling carrier exceptions
Facilitating a speedy underwriting process.
On-site or remote regular attendance and punctuality are essential functions of the job.
Other job duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Educational Requirements:
three (3) months of date of hire.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time and occasional standing and walking. Must have adequate hearing for phone work. Vision requirements include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. Must be able to communicate effectively in English. Must be able to use a keyboard and other office equipment. Ability to lift up to 10 pounds occasionally.
The Word & Brown Companies were founded in 1985 by John M. Word III and Edward “Rusty” Brown, Jr., with the launch of the Word & Brown General Agency (Word & Brown Insurance Administrators, Inc.) – and a commitment to providing superior service, innovative technology and sought-after products and services.
We've spent more than 30 years connecting businesses to industry-leading solutions in every area of health insurance and employee benefits. Through down-to-earth, personalized service, we've built a reputation for providing brokers, carriers, employers, individuals and families with access to the people, tools and technology to help them succeed. We call it providing “Service of Unequalled Excellence”.
The Word & Brown Companies include the:
We extend this same level of service to our most important assets - our employees.
Our broad array of benefits include:
In addition to competitive salaries and the generous benefits listed above, we take pride in the friendly, family culture that sets our company apart from other corporations. We support personal and professional growth opportunities in a fun, friendly, and family environment. Our corporate campus is centrally located near Old Town Orange, close to shopping malls, parks, museums, and an eclectic choice of restaurants and cafes. We also employ individuals in locations across California and Nevada. Our emphasis is on hiring top-notch individuals to help us retain our #1 spot as the leading resource for brokers, carriers, businesses and individuals across the country. If you're interested in joining the Word & Brown Companies, we invite you to check out our Employment Opportunities and apply online!