Inside Sales Agent - Auto & Home Insurance

Inside Sales Agent Opportunities in our Auto & Home Insurance Department!  
 
 
Announcing future work at home opportunities scheduled to begin in June 2009!
 
No Cold Calling!  You don't need to find your customer, they call you!

 
Become a professional licensed insurance agent during our 6 week paid training program!  We provide you with a complete training program.  It is not necessary to have a background in insurance.
 
The Hartford will continue to grow our call center in Allentown in 2008!  We opened a new department in July 2007 and will continue to offer employment opportunities through October 2008!
 
Our last training class of the year begins on October 13, 2008!
 
Don't Wait!  Apply Now by going to:   www.asitracker.com/thehartford
Please select:Auto & Homeowners Inside Sales Rep. — Allentown, PA
 

The Hartford, established in 1810, is a Fortune 100 Company servicing customers from our Allentown location since 1998!  The Hartford was just recognized as One Of The World’s Most Ethical Companies by The Ethisphere Institute!  The Allentown location has received three J.D. Power Awards for our excellent customer service!
 



Paid Training Hours:  9:00am-5:30pm for the first 6 weeks then 10:00am-6:30pm for the next 3 months for on-the-job training.  Flexible work hours after training.
 
 
WHY JOIN THE HARTFORD?
As a global leader in insurance, asset management and financial service products, we offer professionals every possibility for growth. And whether we're helping customers or building careers, we're experts at creating the kind of advantages that help people reach their goals.

WHAT IS THE COMPENSATION OPPORTUNITY?
At The Hartford, our compensation philosophy is simple: we pay competitive base salaries and we reward performance.  First year earning potential up to $33,000+.  Earning potential after the first year is $50,000+.We offer a base salary plus a monthly incentive program.In addition, you will be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefits program including medical and dental insurance (eligibility begins on the first day of employment), a 401K plan, and employee Stock Purchase Plan. 

WHAT ARE THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION?
This position resides within the call center and operates in a team-based environment.

Inside Sales Agent responsibilities include:

Taking inbound phone calls from AARP members requesting insurance to meet their homeowner and automobile insurance needs.

Provide quotations and counseling on insurance coverages.

Applying and adhering to appropriate underwriting guidelines to determine customer eligibility and utilizing a professional sales model.

Candidates will demonstrate an expertise in cross-selling products and services as they relate to customer needs.

Works within established, measurable, call center metrics.

During our 6 week paid training program, you must successfully complete training and pass the Pennsylvania Property & Casualty licensing exam. 
 
WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
We are looking for professionals with retail, call center, inside/outside sales, customer service, insurance, claims or agency experience preferred. 

Qualifications include:

High school diploma or equivalent required /college degree preferred.

Capability to effectively analyze and assess customer inquires and achieve sales goals.

Knowledge of the sales process.

Candidate must possess strong computer skills and ability to navigate in a Windows based environment.

Typing speed of 25 wpm.

Ability to adjust and succeed in a rapidly changing call center environment.

Ability to multi-task is critical in this position.

Bilingual skills (Spanish and English) a plus - not a requirement. 
 
WHAT ELSE CAN YOU TELL ME? 
Our contact center offers a pleasant, professional, and engaging work environment and is committed to advancing the careers of our employees through personal and professional development.  You will also work some Saturdays with a day off during the week.  Our paid training program starts upon day one of employment and prepares you for the position. 

Our Allentown, PA location offers an on-site full service cafeteria and access to public transportation.

The Hartford, 7450 Tilghman Street, Suite 101B, Allentown, PA 18106

HOW DO I APPLY?
To apply for this position, please click on the following link (you may need to type this web address in your web browser to obtain access to the site).
 
 www.asitracker.com/thehartford
Please select:  Auto & Homeowners Inside Sales Rep. – Allentown, PA
 
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